Drawing Nature
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Habitat for Green Anoles and Other Wildlife
My favorite lizard is a Green Anole, and our yard plays host to a number of them as a result of our efforts to create habitat suitable to their needs. Read about the National Wildlife Federation's Backyard Habitat program.
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The Avian Art of Anthony Romilio
After seeing the work of Australian artist, Anthony Romilio, I knew I had found someone with the same love and passion I have for the natural world, especially when it comes to my feathered friends. My desire to visit Australia and see its native birds has been heightened thanks to Anthony. It was only natural that I would write about this fellow "Drawing Nature" enthusiast.
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Nestmates
It was a logical step for me to go from Drawing Nature on the small journal page to Painting Nature on canvas.
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Queen of the Night
The long wait for the blooming of my Epiphyllum oxypetalum is rewarded with quite a royal performance.
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Addendum to Journaling for Field Marks
This short essay is a follow-up to my article, "Journaling for Field Marks."
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Journaling for Field Marks
Even in my backyard, I find that my nature journal provides the perfect format for documenting field marks of a species which is unusual for my area or unknown to me. This week provided the opportunity to study the black-headed grosbeak.
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Lookin' Out My Back Door
Like a butterfly, inspiration eludes me when I search for it. But if I sit quietly, it may come and sit on my shoulder.
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The Healing Art of Drawing Nature
Through nature and art, I have learned new ways to manage and cope with chronic pain. This article is also being submitted for The Pain Management Event here at Suite 101.
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Observation and Drawing What You See
In this article, I'll explore the importance of good observation skills as well as drawing what you see instead of what you think you see.
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Snow on the Prairie....or is it the Mountain?
Journaling helps me remember the differences in species that look very similar on first glance.
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Introduction to Nature Journaling
An introduction to "Drawing Nature" and the process of beginning an illustrated nature journal.
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