Leonardo Da Vinci Journaling Challenge

Uh oh, another challenge? For seven days, I will try to journal like Leonardo Da Vinci. I’m telling you in advance so that I will be accountable, so that I […]
Lessons from Leonardo

The best biography of Leonardo Da Vinci is the one by Walter Isaacson and the best part of that book is the list of Leonardo’s Lessons. In this list, Isaacson […]
Isometric Perspective

What is isometric perspective and how can it be a fun and useful tool for doodling, lettering, diagrams, nature journaling, character design, and maps? Here is some history and some […]
Nature journaling with cheap watercolors?

Do you actually need expensive watercolors for nature journaling? What is the difference between student grade and professional grade? What are the pros and cons of cheap watercolors? I spent […]
How to Nature Journal Like a Kid!

Today, we are going to steal from kids. I know that sounds bad but hear me out. To be more specific we are going to try and steal their learning […]
Drawing as a Learning Tool

What is drawing good for? Two main things in my opinion: decoration and learning. In today’s world we are so focused on the first benefit that we often forget drawing […]
Nature Journaling Questions: A Taxonomy

Nature journaling questions are essential to what we do as nature journalers. However, we are not taught how to ask questions. In fact the dominant society and most schools teach […]
Nature Observation: How to See More With Your Nature Journal
Nature observation used to be essential for your survival. You would not be here today if your ancestors were not observant. This was the case for most of human history. […]
John Muir Laws Interview on The Nature Journal Show
John Muir Laws (aka Jack Laws) could inspire a hard boiled egg. In fact, after this interview you will never look an egg the same. But maybe you have never […]
How To Learn More From Your Old Journals
Do you need some nature journaling ideas, inspiration, and motivation? Did you know that you can learn a lot just by reviewing your old journals? In this episode of The […]