Most challenging for me is being patient enough to take the time to see how proportions and designs relate to one another and relay them accurately. I didn’t quite capture the either the fullness of the bird or the angle of its head.
I was struck by the strength and shape of its claws. I am always fascinated by how lightly yet how stable they are as they perch on a branch.
What inspired me to begin nature journaling? An inner inclination to capture those things that capture me in written and illustrated form. The desire to improve my observation skills in every area of my life, but especially as a means to celebrate and enjoy the intricacies and marvels of creation. Observation requires a person to slow down, and slowing down is a spiritually, physically, emotionally and mentally healthy activity. And, finally, it makes my husband happy. He introduced me to this course.