Be inspired to start a nature journal filled with drawings, paintings, photos, quotes, thoughts or observations. It can have lots of words or no words. You decide what you are going to record and how to record it. Maybe you’ll document your surroundings, express your thoughts and emotions, or use it to practise art techniques that interest you. 

All abilities are welcome, whether you want to try something new or build on existing skills. Kat will guide and support you to explore the natural world using a range of exciting creative prompts and techniques. 

Nature journaling is creating just for fun and there are no rules! It’s suitable for everyone and benefits include helping us relax, practice self-care, boost confidence, connect with our surroundings, embrace mistakes, experiment and try things out. 

What to Bring: Most materials are included however please bring along a pencil, some loose sheets of paper and a journal or sketchbook of your choice. You might also wish to bring along photographs or images of nature to inspire you, along with plants, leaves, feathers or bark

Session: Saturday 26 October 10am-12pm

Tickets: £35/£31.50

Tutor: Kat Ward

Kat Ward is an artist and educator from The New Forest. She has a BA (Hons) Degree in Fine Art, worked as a Visiting Tutor at The Arts University Bournemouth and delivered interactive tours and workshops for Southampton Arts and Heritage.

Her first photographs were taken with disposable 35mm film cameras and she still has a soft spot for their aesthetic, often incorporating light leaks, multiple exposures and other imperfections into her work. She’s hugely inspired by nature and enjoys combining her love of the outdoors with collage, printmaking and alternative photographic processes such as anthotype, cyanotype and lumen printing.

Currently, Kat teaches creative arts to adults and children at a range of venues, including Hampshire Libraries, while also working as a Forest School practitioner. A patient and supportive teacher, Kat is passionate about helping others embrace their creativity while benefiting health and wellbeing!