From the moment I asked Francesca if she wanted to collaborate with us (The London International Gallery of Children's Art) on a project on air pollution, her enthusiasm and support have been invaluable. Her creative ability and organisational skills have impressed me since the beginning. Francesca has been a great source of ideas and an effective team player: from shaping up the art lessons to delivering them with Susie, from curating the exhibition to mounting it, from designing the art workshop to very successfully running it, she has aced it all! I look forward to working with Francesca again, hopefully in the very near future

- Paola Longobardi - Chair of the Board of Trustees of LIGCA - London International Gallery of Children’s Art

Dear Francesca, it is with great pleasure that I write this recommendation for you following our collaboration on an art project aimed at promoting ocean protection from plastic. Your passion for the environment and creativity in using plastics to create meaningful artwork was truly inspiring. Throughout the project, you consistently demonstrated your commitment to raising awareness about the urgent issue of plastic pollution in our oceans. Your innovative ideas and artistic vision went beyond creating visually striking pieces; they also effectively conveyed the message of the dire consequences of plastic waste on marine life. Moreover, your ability to engage and empower children during the project was commendable. Your patience, encouragement, and ability to bring a sense of environmental responsibility in young minds were particularly noteworthy. The enthusiasm and dedication you brought to the workshops created a supportive and inspiring environment for the children to express themselves through art while learning about the importance of ocean conservation. Your talent in repurposing plastic materials into stunning sculptures and installations was truly remarkable. The way you transformed everyday objects into thought-provoking artwork was both visually captivating and emotionally impactful. Your artistic skills combined with your deep understanding of the environmental implications of plastic pollution helped to convey a powerful message to the audience. Not only did you excel creatively, but you also proved to be an excellent collaborator and team player during our project. Your open-mindedness and willingness to listen and incorporate others' ideas made the whole process seamless and enjoyable. Your ability to connect with people of all ages through art is truly remarkable, and I believe that your work will continue to inspire others. It is an honour to recommend you, Francesca, as an exceptional artist with a profound dedication to environmental conservation and ocean protection. Thank you for your invaluable contribution to our collaboration. I look forward to the positive impact you will undoubtedly continue to make with your artistry and activism.

- Fernando Montaño

We are so grateful to Francesca for her contribution to Earthfest. Leading up to the event, Francesca was responsive, helpful, and enthusiastic, making life so much easier for the event organisers. The art she produced for us was of the highest quality and met the brief perfectly, and quickly became a real talking point for event guests. At the event itself, Francesca contributed in multiple ways; participating in the Schools Programme by inspiring the next generation of eco-warriors, an event exhibitor, and a speaker on a panel about combating waste. The energy and positive attitude she brought could be felt by everyone. Francesca brought so much value to Earthfest and we can’t wait to work with her again.

- Georgina McGivern, Programme Manager of The Camden Clean Air Initiative

Led by Seashell and Captian Paul Watson Foundation UK, Project One Wave aims to unite Scotland’s most dedicated ocean conservation groups, businesses, creatives, and policymakers to collaborate on marine debris cleanup efforts.

This project is a powerful collaboration, combining Neptune’s Pirates UK’s frontline expertise with Seashell's extensive marine conservation network and ongoing efforts to tackle marine plastic pollution in Scotland. Neptune’s Pirates UK lead hands-on operations with professional divers and dedicated volunteers, conducting beach cleanups and ghost gear recovery. Seashell strengthens the impact by connecting key organisations and experts, expanding reach and influence. Together, we turn strategy into action, delivering real impact for the ocean.

We’ll be in excellent company, joining forces with carefully selected stakeholders to pool our knowledge, resources, and passion. Together, we’ll create actionable solutions for marine conservation and drive innovation in addressing the critical challenges our ocean faces.