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Wild Wonder Foundation
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The Wild Wonder Foundation is dedicated to encouraging nature connection and conservation through attention, curiosity, art, science, and community.
Learn to Watercolor with John Muir Laws
Have you always wanted to use watercolor in your nature journal but have struggled to match colors or been frustrated by unmanageable puddles that take forever to dry? Or maybe you are a more experienced watercolor painter who is seeking new ideas and techniques? Join award-winning artist, author, educator, and scientist John Muir Laws (aka Jack) for a 2-hour class where you will learn tips and techniques to harness the joy and beauty of this artistic medium, streamline your watercolor painting process, and make watercolor work well in field conditions. A widely respected natural science artist and illustrator AND a skilled and beloved educator, Jack is continually refining his watercolor techniques, and this class will include his latest ideas and tips for successful watercolor painting learned through his 35+ years of teaching, painting, and illustrating.
All ages and skill levels are welcome! No previous watercolor experience is necessary. If you are an experienced watercolor painter, this class will include tips and techniques for you as well.
HANDOUT
This class includes a handout. If you would like the handout, please register (for free, or please make a donation if you are able) for the class via the Wild Wonder website, and you will receive an email with the handout: www.wildwonder.org/store/p/learn-to-watercolor
PAST REVIEWS OF CLASSES WITH JOHN MUIR LAWS
“This is the most wonderful online class that I have ever taken, paid or otherwise. The expertise of Jack as a teacher and artist is SO amazing. I loved every single second of this!”
“This is such a wonderful demonstration with lots of tips and tricks -so helpful! BIG thank you to Jack and Wild Wonder.”
ABOUT JOHN MUIR LAWS
John Muir Laws is a principal leader and innovator of the worldwide nature journaling movement. John, who goes by Jack, is an award-winning naturalist, artist, scientist, and educator who has dedicated nearly four decades of his life to connecting people to nature through art and science. From an early age, his parents instilled in him a deep love and respect for nature. Over the years, that love has grown to a commitment to stewardship, nature conservation, and a passion to share the delight of exploring nature with others. As a writer, scientist, and artist, Jack has developed numerous interdisciplinary educational programs that train students to observe with rigor and to refine techniques to become intentionally curious.
He is the award-winning author and illustrator of several books including The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling (also available in Spanish), and the Laws Field Guide to the Sierra Nevada, among other books. He is co-author with Emilie Lygren of How to Teach Nature Journaling. Learn more about John Muir Laws here: johnmuirlaws.com/biography/
All ages and skill levels are welcome! No previous watercolor experience is necessary. If you are an experienced watercolor painter, this class will include tips and techniques for you as well.
HANDOUT
This class includes a handout. If you would like the handout, please register (for free, or please make a donation if you are able) for the class via the Wild Wonder website, and you will receive an email with the handout: www.wildwonder.org/store/p/learn-to-watercolor
PAST REVIEWS OF CLASSES WITH JOHN MUIR LAWS
“This is the most wonderful online class that I have ever taken, paid or otherwise. The expertise of Jack as a teacher and artist is SO amazing. I loved every single second of this!”
“This is such a wonderful demonstration with lots of tips and tricks -so helpful! BIG thank you to Jack and Wild Wonder.”
ABOUT JOHN MUIR LAWS
John Muir Laws is a principal leader and innovator of the worldwide nature journaling movement. John, who goes by Jack, is an award-winning naturalist, artist, scientist, and educator who has dedicated nearly four decades of his life to connecting people to nature through art and science. From an early age, his parents instilled in him a deep love and respect for nature. Over the years, that love has grown to a commitment to stewardship, nature conservation, and a passion to share the delight of exploring nature with others. As a writer, scientist, and artist, Jack has developed numerous interdisciplinary educational programs that train students to observe with rigor and to refine techniques to become intentionally curious.
He is the award-winning author and illustrator of several books including The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling (also available in Spanish), and the Laws Field Guide to the Sierra Nevada, among other books. He is co-author with Emilie Lygren of How to Teach Nature Journaling. Learn more about John Muir Laws here: johnmuirlaws.com/biography/
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Intro to Nature Journaling with John Muir Laws
zhlédnutí 681Před 4 měsíci
John Muir Laws @johnmuirlaws (aka Jack) invites YOU to become a nature journaler! This life-changing practice helps you slow down, pay attention, notice and remember more, and appreciate the life, joy, peace, wonder, and beauty that nature offers us every day. This video short is a bite-sized intro, perfect to watch yourself, share with your students or nature journal club, or add to a presenta...
Learn to Draw Insects with John Muir Laws
zhlédnutí 2KPřed 5 měsíci
“This is one of the most fun, informative, and interesting illustration classes I’ve ever taken! I can’t wait to nature journal and sketch insects more! :)”-class review Join award-winning artist, author, educator, and scientist John Muir Laws for this 2-hour class where he will share his best tips and tricks for drawing insects learned through his 35 years of teaching and illustrating. A widel...
Learn to Draw Birds with John Muir Laws
zhlédnutí 19KPřed 6 měsíci
Learn to draw birds from the award-winning artist and author who literally wrote the book on the subject! CLASS REVIEW: “This is the most wonderful online class that I have ever taken, paid or otherwise. The expertise of Jack as a teacher and artist is SO amazing. I loved every single second of this!” In this 2-hour recorded class, award-winning artist, author, educator, and scientist John Muir...
Learn to Draw Gourds with John Muir Laws
zhlédnutí 438Před 9 měsíci
Oh my "gourd"ness! Learn to Draw Gourds with award-winning artist, scientist, and master educator John Muir Laws (aka “Jack”), author of The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling. (learn more about him at johnmuirlaws.com/). This class is brought to you by the Wild Wonder Foundation, a nonprofit founded by John Muir Laws that is dedicated to encouraging nature connection and conservation ...
Learn to Draw Trees with John Muir Laws
zhlédnutí 3,4KPřed 10 měsíci
Learn to Draw Trees with award-winning artist, scientist, and expert educator John Muir Laws (aka “Jack”), author of The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling, among other books. johnmuirlaws.com/product/the-laws-guide-to-nature-drawing-and-journaling/ This class was originally recorded on Oct 29, 2023, which would have been Bob Ross' 81st birthday. We offered this class as a celebration ...
How to Fold a Zine: Your Quick Start Guide to Nature Journaling
zhlédnutí 6KPřed rokem
The Wild Wonder Foundation team created this handy zine to include everything you need to know to get started nature journaling! In this video, you will learn how to print, cut, and fold this zine. Visit www.wildwonder.org/store/p/nj-zine to download a copy if you don't have it already. UPDATE: Check out our Wild Wonder store if you'd like the zine in other languages, including Spanish and Fren...
Learn to Draw Water with John Muir Laws
zhlédnutí 2,2KPřed rokem
Learn to Draw Water with award-winning artist, scientist, and master educator John Muir Laws (aka “Jack”), author of The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling. Join Jack, for this fun, engaging, and empowering class on capturing water in your nature journal-from mountain streams to still lakes to wild waterfalls. In this 2-hour recorded class, you will learn how to draw landscapes with wa...
Learn to Draw Plants with John Muir Laws
zhlédnutí 6KPřed rokem
Learn to Draw Plants with award-winning artist, scientist, and master educator John Muir Laws (aka “Jack”), author of The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling, among other books. This class is brought to you by the Wild Wonder Foundation (wildwonder.org), a nonprofit founded by John Muir Laws that is dedicated to encouraging nature connection and conservation through attention, curiosity...
How to Draw Owls with John Muir Laws (Part 2 of 2)
zhlédnutí 853Před rokem
Join award-winning artist, scientist, and master educator John Muir Laws (aka “Jack”), author of The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds, for this class “owl” about drawing these magnificent, mysterious, and majestic raptors of the night. This is Part 2 of a 2-part class. See Part 1 here: czcams.com/video/aBzkSIQ_AEA/video.html This class is brought to you by the Wild Wonder Foundation. While Jack is t...
How to Draw Owls with John Muir Laws (Part 1 of 2)
zhlédnutí 1,9KPřed rokem
Join award-winning artist, scientist, and master educator John Muir Laws (aka “Jack”), author of The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds, for this class “owl” about drawing these magnificent, mysterious, and majestic raptors of the night. This is Part 1 of a 2-part class. See Part 2 here: czcams.com/video/Wqcwjsvoz6Q/video.html This class is brought to you by the Wild Wonder Foundation. While Jack is t...
Hi John, I really like the way you teach drawing. Can you please help me with drawing lotus flowers? Do you have any video of drawing lotus flowers. Thank
Thank you so much! I love drawing birds. This is so helpful!
What kids age is this book for?
What a joy to be able to follow such a fantastic tutorial. I havent been able to get myself to draw anymore for many months now, but this was so pleasing to follow along and I'm so happy wirh my bird.
Thanks for your kind words! So glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks so much for this Jack! I love my nature journal! I’m looking forward to the Wild Wonder art and nature online workshop in September! Plus I’ll be signing up for the educators workshop as well😊
Thank you for your kind words! We are so glad you can attend our upcoming Conference and Educators Workshop! :)
@@wildwonderfoundation Jack, a question. If I sign up for the educator workshop, can I add the certificate part separately at a later date? Thanks 😊
@@nissy9776 Hi! Please email our team to ask your questions--programs@wildwonder.org
Thanks so much for this generous share!
So glad you find it useful! Thanks for the comment. :)
Arches aquarelle travel journal 300gsm. Avail in hot or cold press. Stillman &Birn alpha series 150 gsm.
Cool this flat water color brush. John, could you please enter the article name of the flat watercolor brush here. Is it also from Pentel?
Hi! Here is that flat water brush: johnmuirlaws.com/product/kuretake-fude-water-brush-pen-flat-type-2-heads/
Really informative videos, I have the book on drawing birds, just outstanding!!!
This was incredible and fun! Thank you!
Thank you!
You're welcome!
Many thanks!
You are so welcome! :) Thanks for your support.
Couldn't agree MORE about those Prang(R) 8-color sets!!!
i have been watching your old vedios ... really glad to see a beginner tutorial .i am a beginner as well ..
Thanks! Glad you are enjoying it. :)
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Beautifully said!
truly eye opening! Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I’ve been nature Journaling for a few years now. You have taught and inspired me to look at nature differently than I was. My journals have gotten better and more interesting. One thing that I add to all of your teachings is I listen to nature. I write down what I hear around me when I’m in a certain place. I have discovered many birds in my area. Thanks for sharing all your knowledge.
Thank you for watching and for your kind words! :) So glad you are enjoying the joys of nature journaling.
Such an amazing summary of this process! Nature journaling has changed and is changing my life as well in wonderful ways. Thank you so much for all you are doing to spread the word, to teach, to engage people,... You are a blessing, Jack!
Thanks for watching! We are glad to hear you are experiencing the many joys of nature journaling. :)
although i love birds and can identify many by ear, i never could make myself just sit down and memorize the names of all the anatomical parts of birds. This lesson was a perfect mixture of art, birding, and educational information so i FINALLY was able to pay attention and learn the names! i'm also new to watercolour so the end was a nice treat as well 😊 thanks for this!
So glad you enjoyed it! :)
got this for my nephews and nieces :)
Yay! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much for this idea!! I did it with watercolor paper and made a small add-on to my little travelers notebook! So nifty idea!!
Love it! Thanks for your note.
just love this - its informative, educational - funny and entertaining :)
thanks! So glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you,I will apply this to my journal.
Wonderful!
I've watched several other JML videos on insects and, each time, I learn something new. Many thanks for posting this video.
Glad you enjoyed it!
The baby mantis is heckin adorable... this is a great tutorial. Thank you!!
Glad you liked it!
My question is I just ordered the laws guide to nature journaling I haven’t got it yet does it have either way of his way to draw a bird? If so is it the old or the new?
Hi! Jack published that book several years ago, and he is continually refining his techniques, so this video has his very latest approaches. That book, however, has 95% of the same info...he has just made a few tweaks to how he starts drawing the bird, which he demonstrates in this video.
Wow he is incredible teacher. I love this video.
Thank you! We agree!
Observation like this is how species get discovered and we get back to our need to explore. I think we forget that we're animals that are meant to have animal behavior, and one of those is curiosity.
This is awesome. You are an inspiration to people and a true guardian of planet Earth. Thank you!💚🌍💙
Where are the downloads
This was a "WILD" and WONDERFUL tutorial/presentation! As a birder and retired teacher, I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it! I am also a huge fan of John/Jack Muir Laws who is an outstanding and inspirational teacher, artist and scientist! We are so privileged to be able to follow him here on the internet, you tube and the website. I will definitely spread the words to current teachers and all the nature lovers out there. All the best and thank you!
Thanks for your comment! We are happy to hear you found it useful and fun! :)
This was an amazing tutorial! We are so privileged to be able to watch, re-watch and learn from a great master. Thank you for making this video available, and for making the world of birds so exciting!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
Great tips, thanks
Thanks for watching!
A new way of seeing. Thank you.
Thanks for joining us!
What an enjoyable and giving personality. I so appreciated his instruction. Thank you for making this available. I teach art to children and I will pass along some of this knowledge to young artists. Thank you again.
You are so welcome! Thank you for watching.
New watercolorist here. Found a passion for painting birds. This video is fabulous! Thanks to all responsible for making and sharing it.
Thank you so much! Glad you found it useful. :)
I love the way you are with birds, but with kids even more. I have an intense relationship with birds, I both love and fear them. The flying dinosaurs .
Thanks for watching! We appreciate the feedback.
Does he go by Jack or John? Little confused
His name is Jack.
His given name is John Muir Laws, and he goes by Jack. :)
Interesting! I have a green Quaker parrot. I’ll use her as my control.
John Muir Laws is an incredible teacher for breaking down the elements, components and proportions and angles of birds. I'm thrilled with my beginning results and want more
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it. Check out our events calendar as we have another class coming up with him soon on how to draw insects! www.wildwonder.org/store/p/draw-insects
Is there a way to access the inside pages without opening up the zine?
Thanks for your question--no there is not a way to access those pages with this design and folding method. If you have a suggestion of a different way to do it, we'd love to hear from you! :)
This Zine is wonderful. I'll be meeting a group of Chinese adventurers on a trip to Antarctica next week and will share the zine in their language. I'll pack some English versions for fellow American explorers. #PointBlueConservationScience
Thank you, Anne! Wonderful! :)
I wish he had handled the question better. It seems like the light source, wherever that is, would be determining which edges are light and dark and there was no mention of shadows. In other words, i don't think defining form can be talked about without including light source.
Excellent demo. Thank you!
amazing how this helped me see and observe better right away
Glad it was helpful to you!
Jack has several videos on drawing water AND I learn something new each time. A special thanks and 'kudos' showing how to tackle the complicated river scene. That was the great new thing I learned. When I saw the picture, I was immediately overwhelmed; his approach made it a lot easier. Thanks for sharing this post.
Thanks for watching!
This will be a great teaching tool for my grandchildren to see the world of drawing in a hole new way. You have explained it so well. I love you tool clip it make is so visually accessible to see the shapes. Is it something I can get. Thanks so much from 🇨🇦