Bridging nature, science, art, and heart to open our eyes to wonder
Join Melinda to sketch insects and other crawlies for Nature Journal Studio. Wed 10/11, 6:30-8pm, Live in person- Register with Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History here: We’ll explore the Museum collection of various insects and spiders. Learn tips on how to do observational drawings …
Nature journaling can help us view the natural world with new perspectives, learn about our surroundings, and see the extraordinary in the ordinary. During monthly Nature Journal Studio sessions inside the Museum, Melinda Nakagawa will guide you through a topic as we practice skills in …
Join Melinda each month for nature journaling session online. This is a donation-based session. Access to the recording for 1 week if you miss the live session. Play with Cloudscapes: Easy, Mini windows in the sky We’ll use photos to practice drawing and painting clouds …
Nature journaling can help us view the natural world with new perspectives, learn about our surroundings, and see the extraordinary in the ordinary. During monthly Nature Journal Studio sessions inside the Museum, Melinda Nakagawa will guide you through a topic as we practice skills in …
Join Melinda Nakagawa and the Monterey Bay Nature Journal Club Bring your sketchbook and curiosity as we explore the gardens at The Barnyard. We’ll explore the flora and fauna in its winter state. Wander through multiple levels and pockets of gardens tucked in all around …
Being on screens so much these days for teaching, communication, emails, etc, I often don’t realize how much I am missing out on nature. I know that I need time out in the natural world to offset technology time and help me feel centered, and …
Have you even gotten stuck while sketching? Or has that annoying inner voice that is critiquing your drawing skills –or perceived lack of skills sucked you into believing it?? That happened to me recently– and this is what got me out and begin to rewire …