This creative mindfulness course will involve becoming fully immersed in nature and experience the benefits of this activity. So, join our creative well-being course to relax, recharge, and refresh your mindset.
In summary, we will start the course by undertaking a gentle nature walk where you will record observations about the beautiful nearby surroundings by listening, looking and investigating. In addition, you will be encouraged to record your observations through sketches, creative writing, rubbings, and foraging for creative inspiration.
Afterwards, you will use your experiences to develop a personal nature journal which may contain creative writing and sketches, for example. You will also explore techniques such as: collage, printmaking and other crafting techniques in order to develop a creative approach to nature journalling.
Please note that great care will be taken to cater for all artistic ability levels as we offer one-to-one tailored support for all attendees.
During the Nature Journalling course you will:
- Benefit from individual, tailored support from a fully-qualified teacher.
- Experience a slow paced nature walk within the surrounding picturesque Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
- Undertake practical sessions exploring how nature can inspire creative writing and expressive drawing.
- Receive expert tuition through practical workshops in drawing, painting, printmaking and crafting techniques.
An example itinerary of the Nature Journalling Course:
| Sat | Meeting at Backbury House at 10:30am, we will then complete a nature walk to a nearby nature reserve and woodland. During our walk, we will take time to absorb our surroundings and develop our observational skills. You will have plenty of time to write notes, sketch, photograph and collect inspiration for your nature journal. Afterwards, you will be invited to consider what you have experienced and start to plan ideas for your nature journal. Planning can cater for sketching, painting, mixed media, collage or printmaking, for example. You will also be encouraged to consider how the written word could inspire your journal. The session will conclude at 3:30pm. |
| Sun | We will meet at Backbury Studio for morning refreshments at 10:30am. Following on, we will then spend the day exploring a variety of creative techniques in order to create your nature journals. The emphasis will be on completing expressive and explorative pages. During these sessions, you will be offered tailored one-to-one support in order for your to develop your personal approach to nature journalling. The session will conclude at 3:30pm. |
Nature Journalling Course
A 2-day course which includes professional tuition, refreshments and all course materials for just £185
To discover the next scheduled course and to book your ticket, please visit our Events & Bookings Page.
We do not include accommodation for this course. So, please visit our accommodation page to explore places to stay within the area.
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