
Illustrated Nature Journaling
Gay Kraeger
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Learn sketching and watercolor techniques for illustrated nature journaling alongside artist and instructor Gay Kraeger. Start class by loosening up with gesture sketches, blind contour drawing and watercolor washes. Next, use common household items to transform watercolors into lifelike textures for trees, clouds, waves, rocks and more. Break down landscapes further with tips for layering watercolors to develop a sense of distance. Then, discover how ink can bring eye-catching dimension and drama to your work. Move on to methods for depicting waterscapes with greater confidence and realism. Ready for your illustrations to soar? Learn to draw birds on the wing with accessible skills. Plus, you’ll learn lettering techniques for more meaningful finished sketches.
Gay Kraeger
A childhood love of drawing led Gay Kraeger to major in art and earn a degree in graphic design from San Jose State University. After graduation, she worked as a production artist for a number of years. Gay began keeping an illustrated journal 20 years ago and started teaching illustrating journaling in 1996. In 2004, she started an interpretive design firm with her neighbor, and they've now created more than 400 wayside panels for trails and visitor centers in state and local parks and beaches.

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Illustrated Nature Journaling
with Gay Kraeger