Nature Journaling with Steph: Spring Pond

This lesson is all about the pond ecosystem!

We’ll dive into the art of observation, explore how to observe an ecosystem thoughtfully, and I’ll walk you through creating your own pond landscape drawing, step by step.

Topics include:

• The Art of Observation

• Observing an Ecosystem

• Thumbnail Landscape Sketches

• Sound Mapping

• Spring Pond Nature Study!

I’ve also included a lot of pond nature resources to inspire your nature study and journaling.

Here’s what’s included in the 40 page digital download:

Nature Journaling Prompts
Nature Journaling Example Page
The Art of Observation Lesson
Observing an Ecosystem Tips Lesson
Art Challenge: Observing an Ecosystem
Thumbnail Landscape Sketches
Pond Landscape Step-By-Step Lesson
Sound Mapping Nature Journaling Activity
How to Draw a Water Lily

Pond Nature Study Resources:
Pond Ecosystem Poster & Facts
Pond Wildlife Facts
Pond Food Chain Lesson
Layers of a Pond Poster
Vernal Pool Lesson
Anatomy of a Great Blue Heron
Anatomy of a Mosquito
Frog Life Cycle
Duck Life Cycle
Anatomy of a Water Lily
Life Cycle of a Dragonfly
Anatomy of a Cattail
Anatomy of a Fish
Pond Dipping Guide
Pond Crossword
Public Domain Poetry
Monet Waterlilies Art Study

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Nature Journaling with Steph is a monthly membership subscription that explores the art of nature journaling with a new subject each month.

We’ll explore different elements and principles of art through tutorials, exercises, challenges, and experimenting with a variety of mediums and techniques. I’ll also include some of my resources to help inspire and expand upon the lesson.

On top of the regular monthly lessons, you’ll have access to the Nature Jounaling Guide, Phenology Wheel Guide & Template, How to Draw Collections, and bonus lessons. All for just $5 each month!

You can learn more and subscribe here: https://www.stephaniehathawaydesigns.com/naturejournalingwithsteph

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