Nature Journalling

This 4-week course (3 hrs/session) will give you a solid foundation in nature journalling.

Nature journalling is the practice of drawing or writing in response nature. It helps you notice details in nature while slowing down and giving yourself time to relax and reflect. A nature journal becomes a personal record of your response to nature.

You will be guided through a range of activities to get you observing, drawing and writing about nature, including some simple techniques for reflecting and relaxing.

No drawing or journalling experience or skills required.

Class size is deliberately small to allow Tanya to work with each participant individually.

Dates: 01st Nov, 08th Nov, 15th Nov, 22nd or 29th Nov 2025. Tanya will confirm the date for the last session soon. Apple Blossom Farm might be holding an Open Garden on one of the Saturdays in November.

Venue: Apple Blossom Farm is an inspiring location. This amazing garden was featured in Gardening Australia Magazine April 2023 edition. We will have access to the garden during our classes. You can find out more about Apple Blossom Farm and can subscribe to their gardening newsletter here:
https://www.goodgardeningways.com/about

Materials: Participants will need to bring the following items supplies.

Basic drawing materials: Pens, pencils, ruler, eraser, sharpener, clipboard or drawing board, paper/journal, sketchbook.

Small carry bag for your art supplies

Outdoor gear (optional): picnic blanket or mat or fold-up chair/stool to sit on

Clothing: We will be spending some of our time outdoors, possibly walking on uneven surfaces. Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions on the day and wear good walking shoes. Bring a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.

What type of drawing materials?

Sketch book of your choice (I prefer A4 or A5 size, with paper thick enough to use water colours e.g., Elements of Art)

Pencils: graphite, a range preferable (2H, HB and 2B)

Pens: fine-point, permanent, water proof (different colours and sizes: optional); ball point pen (blue or black)

Ruler: clear, plastic ruler with clearly marked increments

Optional: coloured pencils, watercolour supplies, markers, crayons (media of your choice)

Please do not feel obliged to purchase any special materials. Bring whatever art supplies you currently own to get started.

Conditions: A minimum of 6 participants are required for this event to go ahead. Refunds, after the 14-day minimum notice period has expired, will be at the discretion of the event organiser and dependent on your spot being filled at short notice. Notify Tanya if you start feeling unwell in the days prior to the event. Please do not attend if you are unwell.