In this lesson, we’ll explore the fascinating world of beetles!
We’ll also take a closer look at shiny surfaces and learn how artists use light, value, contrast, and highlights to create the appearance of hard, reflective surfaces.
We’ll explore beetle anatomy, life cycles, habitats, food webs, and the many roles beetles play in ecosystems. We’ll apply what we learn to make our beetle illustrations look shiny and three-dimensional.
Topics include:
Beetle Anatomy
Nature Journaling Prompts
Lesson on Illustrating Shiny Surfaces
Art Challenge
Beetle Nature Study
Reference Materials & Activities
I’ve also included a variety of beetle resources to inspire your nature study and journaling.
Here’s what’s included in the 60+ page digital download:
Nature Journaling Prompts
Lessons on Illustrating Shiny Surfaces
Tips and Techniques on Illustrating Shiny Surfaces
Revisiting the Lesson on Elements of Art: Value
Art Challenge: Illustrate Shiny Beetles
Applying What We’ve Learned in Our Nature Journal
Seed Dispersal Nature Study Resources:
Reading List
Lesson on Beetles
Beetles Poster & Info
Beetle Anatomy
Beetle Life Cycle
Various Anatomy & Life Cycle Posters
Beetle Ecology
Beetle Memory Game
Crossword Puzzle
Public Domain Poetry
Art Study
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What is Nature Journaling with Steph?
Nature Journaling with Steph is a monthly membership subscription that explores the art of nature journaling with a new subject each month.
We’ll explore different elements and principles of art through tutorials, exercises, challenges, and experimenting with a variety of mediums and techniques. I’ll also include some of my resources to help inspire and expand upon the lesson.
On top of the regular monthly lessons, you’ll have access to the Nature Jounaling Guide, Phenology Wheel Guide & Template, How to Draw Collections, and bonus lessons. All for just $5 each month!
You can learn more and subscribe here: https://www.stephaniehathawaydesigns.com/naturejournalingwithsteph
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TERMS OF USE:
Please keep in mind that these files are meant for personal or individual classroom use only. You are not permitted to alter, sell, share or redistribute these links, files or printed materials in any way.
Feel free to print them over and over again to use in your home or individual classroom! You are not permitted to share the download or allow other people to make copies of the printed product.
A violation of these terms is considered an infringement of my rights under 17 USC §101, et seq. and you could be liable for statutory damages as high as $100,000. Further, such copyright infringement is a direct violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act and International Copyright Law. https://www.copyright.gov/title17/
In this lesson, we’ll explore the fascinating world of beetles!
We’ll also take a closer look at shiny surfaces and learn how artists use light, value, contrast, and highlights to create the appearance of hard, reflective surfaces.
We’ll explore beetle anatomy, life cycles, habitats, food webs, and the many roles beetles play in ecosystems. We’ll apply what we learn to make our beetle illustrations look shiny and three-dimensional.
Topics include:
Beetle Anatomy
Nature Journaling Prompts
Lesson on Illustrating Shiny Surfaces
Art Challenge
Beetle Nature Study
Reference Materials & Activities
I’ve also included a variety of beetle resources to inspire your nature study and journaling.
Here’s what’s included in the 60+ page digital download:
Nature Journaling Prompts
Lessons on Illustrating Shiny Surfaces
Tips and Techniques on Illustrating Shiny Surfaces
Revisiting the Lesson on Elements of Art: Value
Art Challenge: Illustrate Shiny Beetles
Applying What We’ve Learned in Our Nature Journal
Seed Dispersal Nature Study Resources:
Reading List
Lesson on Beetles
Beetles Poster & Info
Beetle Anatomy
Beetle Life Cycle
Various Anatomy & Life Cycle Posters
Beetle Ecology
Beetle Memory Game
Crossword Puzzle
Public Domain Poetry
Art Study
——————————————————————————————
What is Nature Journaling with Steph?
Nature Journaling with Steph is a monthly membership subscription that explores the art of nature journaling with a new subject each month.
We’ll explore different elements and principles of art through tutorials, exercises, challenges, and experimenting with a variety of mediums and techniques. I’ll also include some of my resources to help inspire and expand upon the lesson.
On top of the regular monthly lessons, you’ll have access to the Nature Jounaling Guide, Phenology Wheel Guide & Template, How to Draw Collections, and bonus lessons. All for just $5 each month!
You can learn more and subscribe here: https://www.stephaniehathawaydesigns.com/naturejournalingwithsteph
——————————————————————————————
TERMS OF USE:
Please keep in mind that these files are meant for personal or individual classroom use only. You are not permitted to alter, sell, share or redistribute these links, files or printed materials in any way.
Feel free to print them over and over again to use in your home or individual classroom! You are not permitted to share the download or allow other people to make copies of the printed product.
A violation of these terms is considered an infringement of my rights under 17 USC §101, et seq. and you could be liable for statutory damages as high as $100,000. Further, such copyright infringement is a direct violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act and International Copyright Law. https://www.copyright.gov/title17/
