A botany journal is a personal record used to document observations, discoveries, and experiences related to plants. It serves as a tool for tracking plant species, growth patterns, seasonal changes, and environmental conditions. Entries may include detailed notes, sketches, photographs, and even data on plant behaviour or identification. By keeping a botany journal, you can enhance your knowledge of plant life, develop stronger observational skills, and deepen your connection with nature. It also acts as a creative outlet for botanical illustration and a valuable resource for learning and scientific inquiry. Whether for personal reflection or educational purposes, a botany journal is a great way to engage with the plant world. Check out our posts below for some inspiration!
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If you have hydrangea flower blooms growing in your garden, then you will be able to make some of your own 100% natural and biodegradable confetti with it. Hydrangea petals …
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There is a LOT of information about plant types. Many botanical books – textbooks and tomes, even – have been written about each one. We’re not about to go into much …
As with most things to do with oil paint, of course, this is easier written down than it is to execute. While on paper, I can say that variety is …
Creating abstract botanical illustrations can be done in the style of many known art methods, including washed ink, paper blotting, and paper masking, resolving into backgrounds and patterns with great …
Starting out with painting roses can be somewhat intimidating because of the level of detail in natural roses. You may think that you need to get all the petal outlines …