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Illustrating Nature: Right Brain Art in a Left-Brain World

Irene Brady
Nature Works Press
http://www.natureworksbooks.com

As a follower of the Charlotte Mason theories of education, spending time in nature is an important part of our schooling, as well as an ongoing family interest. Sketching nature has been something my children and I have reluctantly done on occasion, but never with much enthusiasm due to our perceived lack of skills.

The basis of Illustrating Nature is that we all developed the skills necessary to sketch and draw well; most of us just didn’t nurture those skills. The author isn’t promising instant wealth as an artist, but she does let you know that you will have fun.

The lessons laid out in this excellently organized book are exactly what I look for in an instructional book. The author bridges the gap between concise and informative beautifully! She provides enough encouragement and instruction to let you fly on your own in your own time.

While the program is designed mainly for older students and adults, it can easily be adapted for use in a homeschool program with children of any age. After reviewing this book I plan on joining in on lessons with my children, even my toddler!

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