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Nature Journaling Butterflies!

May 18 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

$35

Nature Journaling Pipevine Swallowtails and their Host Plant!
In this class we will combine sketches, notes, and hand-drawn diagrams to delve into the fascinating world of Pipevine Swallowtails at Hallberg Butterfly Gardens! Participants will get the opportunity to observe and record directly into their own journals like the first naturalists. Guidance will be given on nature journaling tips, drawing techniques, but focus will be on each participant being their own scientist and artist. By the end of the class you will have several journal pages filled with notes, sketches, and observations.

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35$ for this class

Here are some reasons why you should be excited about this class:
Limited group size=go deeper less distraction!
One of a kind location=legacy of conservation and accessible biodiversity close to town. Where else can you get close to these beautiful butterflies?
Balance between structured lesson and exploration=learn from me and discover for yourself!

This is what we will cover in the class:
Basic biology of Pipevine Swallowtail butterflies and their relationship to their host plant
Nature journaling basics
How to draw even if you think you can’t
How to cultivate curiosity and creativity in your journal

Required Supplies:
Journal or sketchbook with multimedia paper
Pen or pencil
Clothing and layers for outdoors and sun: hat, sunscreen, water bottle, comfortable shoes, etc

Highly recommended:
Close focus binoculars and/or magnifying glass
Watercolors or colored pencils
Any other art supplies that you feel comfortable using in the field
A folding chair
Chocolate or other snacks

Here is an example of a nature journal page showing a butterfly of a different species but demonstrating some of the techniques we will cover.

Do you want to know more about nature journaling?

Regardless of your experience, we got you right here. Below are links to some super resources for beginner nature journalers.

Are you just getting started with Nature Journaling?

Here are tips and motivation for beginners.

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Venue

Hallberg Butterfly Gardens
8687 Oak Grove Avenue
Sebastopol, 95472 United States
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