In this episode I reflect on the ways that nature supported me through the loss of my father. Have you experienced something similar in your own life? Have there been times when you have turned to nature for comfort through grief or loss?

Sometimes we go outside with the intention to journal about a certain subject, and then nature shares a different story that needs to be told. When you go outside, be open to following the stories that unfold around you and capturing them in your journal.

Elizabeth is a freelance marine biologist and science communicator. Through her funny and joyful style, she helps others connect with the wonders of the ocean.

Adding a title to your journal page can help tell a compelling story. Play around with hand lettering this week and see if you can use different fonts, styles and sizes of lettering to express yourself on the page.

Meredith is an artist from Newcastle, Australia. She uses a sewing machine to represent natural subjects through a unique form of sculptural embroidery. This technique combines her background in both natural history illustration and textiles.

One of the richest and most rewarding parts of International Nature Journaling Week was the sense of community and connection with others from across the world. In this episode I talk about the next steps we can take to maintain the momentum in our journaling practice as well as stay connected with this world-wide community.

David is a biologist and writer whose work invites others to contemplate the network of relationships between all life on earth.

In today’s episode I explain all about what is coming up for International Nature Journaling Week (1-7th June) 2023.

Hannah is a nature guide and community educator from South Australia. She is passionate about native plants and uses nature journaling as one tool for helping others see beauty and wonder in the natural world.

Nature journaling with a friend is a joyful experience and can even deepen your understanding of the world around you as you unpack nature mysteries together. This week, invite someone to spend time journaling with you and enjoy the benefits of this connection.

Jamie is a parent educator from Malaysia. She connects with the natural world through her journal and through poetry. Jamie enjoys spending family time nature journaling with her children in the natural spaces near her home.

Find someone who you admire, creatively, and make it a goal to study and replicate what it is you appreciate about their work. Copying is a great way to learn. Remember to always acknowledge that it is a copy if you post your work online.

Karen always had an inner voice that whispered to her about creativity and nature. When she was able to listen to these whispers, she opened a whole new world of art and nature journaling that has become an essential part of her life.

Try tackling a subject in your nature journal that you have avoided until now, something that stretches you a little out of your comfort zone. Or play with a new medium that you have not used before and have always wanted to try.

Kathryn is an illustrator and nature journaler from County Durham, England. She fills her journal pages with vibrant and playful depictions of the stories she sees in nature and in life.

Create some 'nature spots' in response to the colours you see in your nearby nature. Tune your eyes to the colours around you. Look closely at a colour that catches your attention, then see if you can create a little spot on your nature journal page to represent what you see.

Lisa is a watercolour artist with a passion for nature. She is on a mission to share the feelings of joy and wonder that she gets when painting outdoors. One way she does this is by connecting with the colours of the landscape and creating 'nature spots' in her journal.

Think about ways that you can make yourself more comfortable while you are nature journaling. You might choose to bring a hat, sunscreen, bug spray or a camp chair along with you, as part of your essential nature journaling kit. Being comfortable will enhance your enjoyment of the experience.

Valentina is an artist who creates illustrations as a way of communicating about nature, science and sustainability. She is passionate about nature protection and hopes that her visual work will help make a positive change in the world.

Making time to nature journal during a busy week can be a challenge. This week's prompt invites us to search for small pockets of time in our regular routine that could be dedicated to nature journaling.