“It’s about using drawing purely as a tool
to see and experience joy”- Ali Foxon

Ali Foxon is a geographer and artist living in England. In our conversation, Ali shares how she went from being a climate change researcher and advisor, to being an artist and ‘joy spotter’ when she founded Boggy Doodles. She has created ‘green sketching’, a new way to bring together art and nature in the pursuit of joy.   

Listen to hear more about:

·       Ali’s history in academic research.

·       How sleep deprivation in her son’s first year led her to an epiphany.

·       How nature connection can become part of your ‘Mental First Aid Kit’ during times of stress and turmoil. 

·       Three little known facts about Ali’s life that will make you smile.

·       How sensitivity can be a super-power in life and work.

Find out more about Ali and green sketching on her website www.boggydoodles.com and through Instagram. You can also find Ali’s TEDx talk here.

Thanks for listening!

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