How to Start a Nature Journal

Nature journal materials

Harriet Webb

How to Start a Nature Journal

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Develop a deeper connection to the natural world by connecting art and nature during this fun and practical nature journaling session.

Event details

Date

Time
10:30am - 2:00pm
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About the event

Join Harry as she introduces you to the joys of Nature Journaling. If you love art and nature and wish to connect the two or want to develop a deeper connection to the natural world, then this fun and practical session is for you.

 

In this session you’ll learn what nature journaling is all about, the materials you need to start Nature Journaling, learn simple drawing and recording techniques to get you started, as well as how to find inspiration from the world around you. You’ll explore the Kingcombe National Nature Reserve and by using a variety of skills including observation, sketching and writing, record what you see and your experience outdoors. Nature Journaling doesn’t have to be intimidating, it’s ultimately your own personal response to nature, so whether you’re a total beginner or just wanted to journal but didn’t know how, this course is for you.

 

Harry is an artist/ illustrator who holds a Masters of Illustration and works in conservation, using Nature Journaling as a way to connect with and learn about the natural world. She believes that anyone can learn to draw and that a Nature Journal is the perfect way to start honing those skills. So, for this course, no drawing experience is necessary, just a passion for nature and ‘a give it a go’ attitude!

 

Please bring a packed lunch or money to purchase lunch from The Kitchen at Kingcombe.

Booking

Phone number

01300 320684

Price

£40pp

Additional booking information

Terms and Conditions for Participants

DWT reserves the right to cancel the course at any time. In the event of DWT cancelling an event, a full refund will be issued.

DWT reserves the right to reschedule events in the event of unfavourable conditions and offer alternative dates or issue a full refund.

Courses will only take place if the minimum number is achieved. If the minimum number is not achieved, an alternative date will be offered, or a full refund will be issued.

Cancelling your booking

Cancellations are accepted at the discretion of Dorset Wildlife Trust and a reasonable cancellation cause should be provided by the participant.

You may request a cancellation up to 14 days before the date of the course or workshop. You may be charged an administration fee.

Suitable for

Adults

Know before you go

Dogs

No dogs permitted

What to bring

If you have them, please bring a selection of drawing pencils, a small watercolour set, a brush and a medium sized (A5 is perfect) hardback plain journal or sketchbook made with cartridge paper or watercolour paper. If you don’t have lots of drawing materials, don’t worry! Because you’re just starting, you will create your own nature journal kit over time, but as a minimum for this session, please bring a pencil, a ball point pen and a medium sized (A5 is perfect) plain sketchbook or journal. We will be out walking so a streamline kit is preferred. Also bring appropriate clothing and footwear and something to sit on (e.g. a waterproof). Please bring a packed lunch or money to purchase lunch from The Kitchen at Kingcombe.

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Parking information

Free parking is available on site.

Bicycle parking

Yes
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Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Disabled parking

Contact us

Daisy Meadowcroft
Contact number: 01300 320684