Philomena is a writer, artist, and science communicator whose work bridges the worlds of geology, creativity, and embodied practice. She is fascinated by the deep connections between people and place and explores these themes through storytelling, design, and movement.

With a background in geology and creative writing, Philomena has translated scientific knowledge into compelling narratives. As a science writer for AuScope, she helps bring complex geoscience concepts to wider audiences, shaping how we understand the Earth beneath us. Her book, Written in Stone: Reading the Rocks of the Great Ocean Road (2017), reflects nearly a decade of research, photography, and fieldwork along Australia’s southwest coastline.

Beyond writing, Philomena collaborates with designers and architects on projects that foster a deeper relationship with local environments. She recently designed and completed the CERES Meditation Garden, a space that weaves together contemplative practice, deep time, and place-based connection through community engagement.

Her creative practice is grounded in movement as much as in words. With over a decade of meditation experience, Philomena is also a dedicated Tai Chi and Qigong practitioner, integrating embodiment with her broader explorations of landscape and design.

Through all her work—whether in science, storytelling, or physical practice—Philomena seeks to reveal the unseen layers of place and experience, inviting others to engage with the world more deeply.