National Moth Week

National Moth Week

In celebration of National Moth Week 2025 join naturalist and artist Christine Elder to learn about and sketch a beautiful moth in FREE, ONLINE EVENT (July 19TH). Moths are the lesser known and appreciated relatives of butterflies and like their cousins, they play...
What I learned from Amy Tan about drawing

What I learned from Amy Tan about drawing

THE Amy Tan took my drawing class (but here’s what I learned from HER!) Yep, that’s right. I was honored to have The Joy Luck Club’s Amy Tan attend a drawing class that I taught at a nature journaling conference in California. Let me set the stage....

Nature Journaling Starter Kit

I’m thrilled that you’re interested in starting (or deepening) your nature sketching and journaling practice. I’ve created the resources below for you to get you started with the right tools and prompts. I suggest you print them out and tuck them in...
How to Draw a Flanders Poppy

How to Draw a Flanders Poppy

Drawing a Poppy: A Memorial Day-inspired workshop The Flanders Poppy became a symbol of Memorial Day after a poem was written, In Flanders Field, by John McCrae; a First World War physician and lieutenant. These poppies are native to Europe and were found growing on...