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Are you looking for a meditative, enriching way to record your love of plants and nature?
Nature journaling uses the power of observation and a closer study of plants; reinforces a knowledge of details; helps with identification; and keeps a personal record of plant life cycles, habit, climate change and other notes of interest.
We will go over what to put in your nature journal and learn some basic drawing skills to get you started followed by an opportunity to create a journal entry.
During the workshop, you will:
Learn what to include in a nature journal
Explore simple drawing techniques (no experience needed)
Create your first journal entry
Escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life and spend an afternoon with us as we explore this fulfilling activity and feel mentally refreshed! Light refreshments will be provided.
Date & Time: Tuesday, December 16th, 2025 | 1:00pm–3:00pm
Location: Transylvania Community Arts Council (349 S. Caldwell St., Brevard)
Registration Fee: $15
What to Bring:
A few specimens of your choice such as: Leaves, twigs, acorns, dried blooms, etc.
Pencil (#2 or mechanical, if you have one); paper will be provided, but you may also bring your own sketchbook and art supplies.
About Mary Knierim, Presenter
In 2017, Mary became a Durham County Master Gardener, where she discovered the fascinating science of plants and the natural world. Drawn to botanical art as a perfect blend of science and creativity, she earned a Certificate in Botanical Art and Illustration from the North Carolina Botanical Garden in 2021. Mary finds peace sketching outdoors, refreshed by the process regardless of the outcome. She is a member of the Guild of Natural Science Illustrators (National and Carolinas Chapter), the North Carolina Botanical Artists Circle, and the Western Carolina Botanical Club.
Are you looking for a meditative, enriching way to record your love of plants and nature?
Nature journaling uses the power of observation and a closer study of plants; reinforces a knowledge of details; helps with identification; and keeps a personal record of plant life cycles, habit, climate change and other notes of interest.
We will go over what to put in your nature journal and learn some basic drawing skills to get you started followed by an opportunity to create a journal entry.
During the workshop, you will:
Learn what to include in a nature journal
Explore simple drawing techniques (no experience needed)
Create your first journal entry
Escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life and spend an afternoon with us as we explore this fulfilling activity and feel mentally refreshed! Light refreshments will be provided.
Date & Time: Tuesday, December 16th, 2025 | 1:00pm–3:00pm
Location: Transylvania Community Arts Council (349 S. Caldwell St., Brevard)
Registration Fee: $15
What to Bring:
A few specimens of your choice such as: Leaves, twigs, acorns, dried blooms, etc.
Pencil (#2 or mechanical, if you have one); paper will be provided, but you may also bring your own sketchbook and art supplies.
About Mary Knierim, Presenter
In 2017, Mary became a Durham County Master Gardener, where she discovered the fascinating science of plants and the natural world. Drawn to botanical art as a perfect blend of science and creativity, she earned a Certificate in Botanical Art and Illustration from the North Carolina Botanical Garden in 2021. Mary finds peace sketching outdoors, refreshed by the process regardless of the outcome. She is a member of the Guild of Natural Science Illustrators (National and Carolinas Chapter), the North Carolina Botanical Artists Circle, and the Western Carolina Botanical Club.