Journaling With Nature

Tessina De Lille, a biologist and nature artist based in Berlin, shares her journey from studies to art while balancing family life. She discusses the importance of understanding nature before painting, revealing her techniques and creative process. Tessina emphasizes how her childhood experiences shaped her passion and the role of art in teaching children to connect with the outdoors. Her insights on managing a creative career and her engagement with followers on Instagram offer a glimpse into her vibrant artistic world.

Amaya Shreeve is a 15-year-old nature journaler who is using her love of nature to inspire others to journal alongside her. Listen to this episode to find out:The story of how home schooling led Amaya and her family to nature journaling.How Amaya encourages her siblings and other young children to begin nature journaling.About the experience of being in a strong nature journal community and attending the first Wild Wonder nature journaling conference.Amaya's plans to continue nature journaling for life. Follow Amaya's nature journal adventures on Instagram using the handle @no.end.to.the.wonder. Thank you for listening!www.journalingwithnature.com 

Melbourne-based artist Amy Kirkbright discusses her journey of using art and nature journaling to battle anxiety and depression. She shares how her creative pursuits became a therapeutic outlet during tough times. The conversation dives into her founding of the Melbourne Nature Journal Club and the joys of community engagement in art. Amy also reveals insights from her lifelong project, 'The Postcode Diaries,' blending personal experiences with creative expression and highlights the transformative power of connecting with nature.

In this episode we get to know the Smith family - Bronwyn Smith and her four nature loving girls - who live in the remote Scottish archipelago of Shetland. Listen if you want to know more about:Nature journaling with childrenHomeschooling on the roadLife and nature in this remote and beautiful placeNature journaling with your school classIf your family or school is interested in being part of a nature journal exchange, email me at bethan@journalingwithnature.com. Thanks for listening!www.journalingwithnature.com

Jules Woolford, creator of Drawn Into Nature and environmental advocate, delves into the world of nature journaling. She believes everyone can unleash their inner artist, regardless of their skills. The discussion emphasizes that the journey of journaling is what truly matters. Jules highlights how beauty can thrive even in ordinary surroundings and reflects on the joy of closely observing nature. They also touch on creating personalized sketching kits and the remarkable rebirth of urban landscapes into lush habitats. Connect with nature and ignite your creativity!

Discover the art of nature journaling, where creativity meets environmental awareness. Learn how to observe and document nature, even from your backyard. Explore various techniques and prompts to enhance your entries. Hear about inspiring experiences, including a workshop with children that highlights community support in this practice. Get ready to connect with nature and unleash your creativity through journaling!

Journaling With Nature is a podcast for those who want to turn curiosity into wonder, a pencil sketch into a rabbit hole of discovery, a moment of stillness into a life full of joy.