The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling by John Muir Laws (English) Pape

Description: The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling by John Muir Laws In straightforward text complemented by step-by-step illustrations, dozens of exercises lead the hand and mind through creating accurate reproductions of plants and animals as well as landscapes, skies, and more. Laws provides clear, practical advice for every step of the process for artists at every level, from the basics of choosing supplies to advanced techniques. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Gold Medal, 2016 Foreword INDIES Book AwardsThe best-selling, ultimate guide to nature drawing and journaling!A potent combination of art, science, and boundless enthusiasm, this art instruction book from John Muir Laws (author of The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds) is a how-to guide for becoming a better artist and a more attentive naturalist. In straightforward text complemented by step-by-step illustrations, dozens of exercises lead the hand and mind through creating accurate reproductions of plants and animals as well as landscapes, skies, and more. Laws provides clear, practical advice for every step of the process for artists at every level, from the basics of choosing supplies to advanced techniques. While the books advice will improve the skills of already accomplished artists, the emphasis on seeing, learning, and feeling will make this book valuable-even revelatory-to anyone interested in the natural world, no matter how rudimentary their artistic abilities. Author Biography John (Jack) Muir Laws is a principal leader and innovator of the worldwide nature journaling movement. Jack is a scientist, educator, and author, who helps people forge a deeper and more personal connection with nature through keeping illustrated nature journals and understanding science. His work intersects science, art, and mindfulness. Trained as a wildlife biologist and an associate of the California Academy of Sciences, he observes the world with rigorous attention. He looks for mysteries, plays with ideas, and seeks connections in all he sees. Attention, observation, curiosity, and creative thinking are not gifts, but skills that grow with training and deliberate practice. As an educator and author, Jack teaches techniques and supports routines that develop these skills to make them a part of everyday life.Laws has written and illustrated several books including How to Teach Nature Drawing and Journaling (2020), The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling(2016), The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds (2012), Sierra Birds: a Hikers Guide (2004), The Laws Guide to the Sierra Nevada (2007), and The Laws Pocket Guide Set to the San Francisco Bay Area (2009), all published by Heyday. He is a regular contributor to Bay Nature magazine with his "Naturalists Notebook" column. Table of Contents AcknowledgmentsWhy Keep a Nature Journal?OBSERVATION AND INTENTIONAL CURIOSITYPROJECTS THAT FOCUS AWARENESSCollections and Field Guides - Finding Patterns - Exceptions, and Changes Over Time - Recording Events - Maps - Cross Sections, and Block DiagramsMETHODS OF DEEPENING INQUIRYWriting - Diagramming - Depicting Birdsong - Lists - Counting and Measuring - Data Tools - Your Curiosity KitVISUAL THINKING AND DISPLAYING INFORMATIONTaking Notes - Structuring Your Thoughts - Plans, Projections, and Sections - Organizing a Page: Titles, Icons, Frames, Callouts, and ArrowsYOUR JOURNALING KIT AND MATERIALSField Kits - Essential Tools - The Right Journal - Your PaletteNATURE DRAWINGYou Can Do It - Flow - Structure and Shape - Linework - Value - Color - Details and Texture - How to Show Depth - Composition - Shortcuts and HacksMEDIA-SPECIFIC TECHNIQUESGraphite - The Non-Photo Blue Pencil - Water Soluble Pens - Markers - Toned Paper - Colored Pencil - Iris Step by Step - Watercolor Pencils - Gouache - Heron Step by Step - Rock PigmentsHOW TO DRAW ANIMALSInsect Anatomy - Ladybug Step by Step - Insect Textures - Butterfly Step by Step - Transparent Wings Step by Step - Spiders - Amphibians and Reptiles - Ensatina Step by Step - Leopard Frog Step by Step - Scales - Birds - Lazuli Bunting Step by Step - Song Sparrow - Birds in Flight - Duck Profile Step by Step - Assembling a Mallard- Sketching Waders - Red-Tailed Hawk Step by Step - Mammals - Muscles and Fur - Mule Deer, Bear, and Mountain Lion Step by Step - TrackingHOW TO DRAW WILDFLOWERSFlower Symmetry - Foreshortening - Coned-Shaped Flowers Step by Step - Leaves and Petals - Plant Textures - Mushrooms Step by StepHOW TO DRAW TREES, NEAR AND FARContour Lines - Shadows, Branches, and Bark Texture - Conifers - Douglas Fir Step by Step - Oak Tree Step by Step - Rethinking TreesHOW TO DRAW LANDSCAPESLandscaptios - Rocks - Rock Outcrop Step by Step - Sketching Mountains - Mountain Landscape Step by Step - Grasses - Oak Woodland Step by Step - Coniferous Forest Edge Step by Step - Waterfalls - Drawing Water and Waves- Clouds - Sunsets - Mountain Sunset Step by StepA Final ThoughtNotesReferencesAbout the Author Review "Holds strong crossover appeal among environmentalism, earth sciences, hiking, and art instruction." —Library Journal"This beautiful art book will teach you how to be still, quiet, and attentive . . . to organize your thoughts, piece together answers, and ask richer questions. The overall goal is to stimulate your curiosity, and you wont find a better guide." —Foreword Reviews"More than anything a thorough instructional guide to thinking like a naturalist Laws is, after all, one of the worlds foremost naturalists." —Earth Island Journal"Those new to drawing and journaling will find it an amazing resource, while veteran creators will appreciate the depth and specificity of Laws tips and hacks. All, however, will find inspiration this book will elevate the wonder that lies in us all." —Lake Tahoe News"" —Kids BookBuzz"The definitive guide to nature journaling." —The Blue Heron"An outstanding survey, highly recommended for aspiring nature artists who want details on how to use journaling and art to best advantage." —Midwest Book Review Long Description Gold Medal, 2016 Foreword INDIES Book Awards The ultimate guide to nature drawing and journaling! A potent combination of art, science, and boundless enthusiasm, this art instruction book from John Muir Laws (author of The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds ) is a how-to guide for becoming a better artist and a more attentive naturalist. In straightforward text complemented by step-by-step illustrations, dozens of exercises lead the hand and mind through creating accurate reproductions of plants and animals as well as landscapes, skies, and more. Laws provides clear, practical advice for every step of the process for artists at every level, from the basics of choosing supplies to advanced techniques. While the books advice will improve the skills of already accomplished artists, the emphasis on seeing, learning, and feeling will make this book valuable--even revelatory--to anyone interested in the natural world, no matter how rudimentary their artistic abilities. Review Quote "Holds strong crossover appeal among environmentalism, earth sciences, hiking, and art instruction." -- Library Journal "This beautiful art book will teach you how to be still, quiet, and attentive . . . to organize your thoughts, piece together answers, and ask richer questions. The overall goal is to stimulate your curiosity, and you wont find a better guide." -- Foreword Reviews "More than anything a thorough instructional guide to thinking like a naturalist Laws is, after all, one of the worlds foremost naturalists." -- Earth Island Journal "Those new to drawing and journaling will find it an amazing resource, while veteran creators will appreciate the depth and specificity of Laws tips and hacks. All, however, will find inspiration this book will elevate the wonder that lies in us all." -- Lake Tahoe News "" -- Kids BookBuzz "The definitive guide to nature journaling." -- The Blue Heron "An outstanding survey, highly recommended for aspiring nature artists who want details on how to use journaling and art to best advantage." -- Midwest Book Review Details ISBN1597143154 Author John Muir Laws Publisher Heyday Books Language English ISBN-10 1597143154 ISBN-13 9781597143158 Media Book Pages 312 Format Paperback Short Title LAWS GT NATURE DRAWING & JOURN DEWEY 743.83 Year 2016 Imprint Heyday Books Place of Publication Berkeley Country of Publication United States NZ Release Date 2016-04-14 US Release Date 2016-04-14 UK Release Date 2016-04-14 Publication Date 2016-04-14 Audience General AU Release Date 2016-06-06 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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