Too Loud, Too Crowded, Too Busy? Ten Cures for That…

Is there a potential nature journaling location that seems to too loud, too busy, or too crowded for you to get your sketching groove on? In this video I give you ten tips for nature journaling in such a location. I believe that practicing in these situations can make us much stronger as nature journalers […]

How to Deal With the Blank Page!

Have you ever stared at the blank page of a new sketchbook for a little bit too long? Have you ever been on a roll with your nature journaling and then become suddenly timid when you have to start a new book? Here are 10 tips to help you next time that happens.  

Good Tips For Any Nature Journaler

You all asked for more interviews and shares with different nature journalers in our community so here you go! In 2020 I’m planning on doing lots more interviews like this.

First Field Trip Of the Year in February

Hi everyone, I have started off the New Year with a pretty bad throat infection so I won’t be leading a field trip until February. Stay tuned to my calendar page for more details. In the meantime, check out my videos on my youtube channel which I continue to upload new ones every week. Check […]

The Best Gift For You!

What do you think the best present for a nature journaler is? In this holiday episode I share my opinion on the subject.

Two Books You Need in 2020!

In this episode of the show I review two books that I think you need. While these books aren’t specifically about nature journaling I think they can help you take your practice to the next level!

How To Learn Faster and Avoid the Talent Trap

Do you ever get intimidated when you look at other peoples drawings or nature journal pages? In this episode of the show I give you some tips for how to approach journal sharing to maximize motivation and learning while avoiding the “talent trap.”

Secret Nature Journaling Locations!

Do you need some inspiration for new nature journaling locations? Check out this video where I nature journal at the Bohart Museum of Entomology on the UC Davis Campus!

Nature Journaling for Beginners!

Are you interested in nature journaling but don’t know where to start? In this video I cover the basics on nature journaling for beginners. In addition to this video you should learn these basic nature journaling ideas and lingo here. Of course there is a treasure trove of ideas for nature journaling beginners at John […]