The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling

Written and Illustrated by John Muir Laws 

The ultimate guide to nature drawing and journaling! A potent combination of art, science, and boundless enthusiasm, the latest art instruction book from John Muir Laws (The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds) is a how-to guide for becoming a better artist and a more attentive naturalist. In straightforward text complemented by step-by-step illustrations, dozens of exercises lead the hand and mind through creating accurate reproductions of plants and animals as well as landscapes, skies, and more. Laws provides clear, practical advice for every step of the process for artists at every level, from the basics of choosing supplies to advanced techniques. While the book’s advice will improve the skills of already accomplished artists, the emphasis on seeing, learning, and feeling will make this book valuable–even revelatory–to anyone interested in the natural world, no matter how rudimentary their artistic abilities.

 INFORMATION ON OUR NET LOFT BOOK STUDY GROUP for the Laws Guide 

We have kits for working through this book. 

Suggested watercolors.

Daniel Smith Quinacridone Pink, Phthalo Blue (Green Shade), Hansa Yellow Light