Resourceful Collection (#8)

Digital illustration of bamboo steamer

A selection of pickled vegetables and eggs, chutneys, and jams in jars

Man sitting with chocolate Burmese on lap holding bag of frozen peas on back leg

Grey Squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis), stealing nuts from metal cage

Makeshift barbecue, terracotta plant pot covered with tinfoil resting on two bricks, vegetable kebabs

Vegetable kebabs, made with mushrooms, courgettes and peppers, on top of a terracotta pot used as makeshift barbecue grill, close-up

Wide range of home-made jams and preserves in jars, on shelves

Torn pieces of paper to create fish shapes, stuck together with glue

Rhesus monkey drinking water from a tap C017 / 9073
Rhesus monkey (Macaca mulatta) drinking water from a tap. The tap requires a spring-loaded nozzle to be lifted in order for the water to flow

Rhesus monkey drinking water from a tap C017 / 9074
Rhesus monkey (Macaca mulatta) drinking water from a tap. The tap requires a spring-loaded nozzle to be lifted in order for the water to flow

Message in a bottle at the beach of Risco del Paso, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain, Atlantic, Europe

Advert for Imperial Chemical Industries; shortage of paper
During World War Two, the growing shortage of paper from overseas meant that the daily papers shrinked in size. Britains public was encouraged to save every scrap of paper

Mending household items 1943
Make Do and Mend. During World War Two women became very resourceful, they tackled repairs and maintenance of many clothing and household items, that today we would just throw away and replace. 1943

Stilt fisherman on Dalawela beach, Southern Province, Sri Lanka, Asia

Stilt fisherman at Weligama, South Coast, Sri Lanka

Stilt fishermen at Weligama, South Coast, Sri Lanka, Asia

WWII recycling: gas mask vase / W H Robinson
Making use of an old gas mask by turning it into an attractive flower vase. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

WWII adaption: tank-bus / W H Robinson
Adaption of a Army tank for peace time requirements by turning it into a Green Line Bus. Please note: Credit must appear as (c)

WWII adaption: barrage balloon / W H Robinson
Adaption of a barrage balloon for peace time requirements, by helping with swimming lessons. Please note: Credit must appear as (c)

WWII recycling: Torpedo foot warmer / W H Robinson
A resourceful couple in bed make use of an old torpedo as a foot warmer. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

WWII recycling: Hat respirator / W H Robinson
An old respirator, converted into a smart hat. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

WWII recycling: Anderson hammock / W H Robinson
The old Anderson shelter making a comfortable place to lounge on a fine day, suspended from a tree. Please note: Credit must appear as (c)

WWII recycling: Tin hat soup tureen / W H Robinson
A retired warden makes use of his old tin hat to eat his soup from. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

WWII recycling: mine bomb seating / W H Robinson
Take a couple of deadly sea mines, lay a wooden plank across the top, place somewhere scenic (preferably looking out to sea) sit on aforementioned plank and relax while you darn a jumper or two

WWII recycling: Stirrup pump bathing / W H Robinson
An old stirrup pump and plenty of buckets of water, making an ideal outdoor shower. Please note: Credit must appear as (c)

Wind farm, La Muela, Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain, Europe

Sheep in Hyde Park
A pastoral scene, not usually seen in London - Scottish sheep grazing in Hyde Park during the war years

Scouting Benefits
Before joining the scouts, a boy gets into all kinds of trouble : when he joins, he becomes resourceful, plucky and keen as mustard

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"Unleashing the Power of Resourcefulness: From Ice-Cold Refreshments to Ancient Innovations" A wheelbarrow filled with ice and drinks in bottles and cans, a testament to resourcefulness at backyard parties. Ned Kelly, the legendary outlaw, donning homemade armor and shooting a handgun - an embodiment ingenuity. Journey back in time as we explore Nabta Playa, Egypt - a cross-section illustration revealing an oval house made from animal skins with fire below ground and smoke rising above; ancient resourcefulness at its finest. Preventing hungry birds from devouring newly sown grass by hanging lightweight netting - a clever solution captured in an illustrative masterpiece. Step into history with an advert for the Ministry of Food 1940, showcasing how resourcefulness played a vital role during challenging times. "Mending the Baseball, " an oil on canvas painting depicting skilled hands repairing cherished sports equipment through resourceful techniques. Delve into ancient civilizations as we marvel at cut-out flora objects from ancient Egypt - evidence of their innovative use of resources for artistic expression. Amidst the chaos of WW1, witness a Scottish soldier finding solace while writing home on a spiral staircase - resilience and adaptability personified. The wind farm in La Muela, Zaragoza, Spain stands tall as evidence that harnessing renewable energy sources is both sustainable and resourceful for our planet's future. Observe nature's brilliance as male chimpanzees utilize sticks to catch fallen fruits or black-striped capuchins using rocks as tools to break open palm nuts - showcasing intelligence born out of necessity among our primate relatives. Witness the adorable sight of a baby ground squirrel seeking shade under its own tail within Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park – proof that even animals exhibit remarkable adaptability when it comes to utilizing available resources.