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Brief Description:
Created with the beginning nature journalist in mind, The Laws Sketchbook for Nature Journaling hardcover blank journal is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in the practice and joy of getting out, observing, and recording nature. Including tips, advice, and practical information from master nature journalist John Muir Lawsfrom what makes up a well-stocked nature journaling field kit to how to estimate the degrees of an arcThe Laws Sketchbook for Nature Journaling is the ideal companion when out in the field.
Jacket Description/Flap:
Created with the beginning nature journalist in mind, The Laws Sketchbook for Nature Journaling hardcover blank journal is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in the practice and joy of getting out, observing, and recording nature. Including tips, advice, and practical information from master nature journalist John Muir Lawsfrom what makes up a well-stocked nature journaling field kit to how to estimate the degrees of an arc. The Laws Sketchbook for Nature Journaling is the ideal companion when out in the field.
Description for Sales People:
After being out of print for several yearsThe Laws Sketchbook makes a welcome return to Heyday's list of sidelines
Designed by John Muir Laws
Perfect for nature journalists of all skill levels
A perfect compliment to Laws' drawing and nature journaling titles: The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds (97815971419560), The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling (9781597143158), and How to Teach Nature Journaling (9781597144902)
Biographical Note:
John Muir Laws is a naturalist, educator, and artist with degrees in conservation and resource studies, wildlife biology, and scientific illustration. His books include The Laws Field Guide to the Sierra Nevada, The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds, The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling, and (with Emilie Lygren) How to Teach Nature Journaling. He is cofounder of the Wild Wonder Foundation, an organization encouraging nature connection through art and science. Learn more about his work at johnmuirlaws.com.
Table of Contents:
Examples of tips included in the back section of this sketchbook:
- Getting into the right 'mindset' to engage and observe the natural world.
- Using your hand to measure degrees of arc.
- The Beaufort Wind Scale
- Estimating the amount of birds in a flock while it is fyling across the sky.
- Using your own biometrics (gait, finger-to-elbow length) for quick reference while in the field.
- Types of pictures to explore and reveal your observations: sequential drawings (comics), maps, diagrams, and section views.
- All kinds of drawing tips including underdrawing, using contrast, color, cross contour lines, and page composition scaffolds.
- Reference illustrations for birds, mammals, insects, and plants.
- Dozens of "Invitations to Discovery" prompts to stimulate new discoveries and
experiences.
Contributor Bio:Laws, John Muir
JOHN (JACK) MUIR LAWS is the author of
The Laws Field Guide to the Sierra Nevada and
The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling, as well as co-author of
How to Teach Nature Journaling with Emilie Lygren. He is a scientist, educator, and author who helps people forge a deeper and more personal connection with nature through keeping illustrated nature journals and understanding science. His work combines science, art, and mindfulness. He observes the world with rigorous attention, looks for mysteries, plays with ideas, and seeks connections in all he sees. Jack teaches techniques that make observation, curiosity, and creative thinking a part of everyday life. Visit his website at johnmuirlaws.com.
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