Nocturnal Animals

In this lesson, we’ll learn all about nocturnal animals!

We’ll also explore mood in art and how to incorporate these ideas into our nature journaling practice.

Topics include:

• Lesson on Mood in Art

• Nature Journaling Prompts

• Art Challenge: Capture the Mood of the Night

• Nocturnal Animals Nature Study

• Nocturnal Animal Adaptations

• Reference Materials & Activities

• Reading List & Crossword Puzzle

I’ve also included a variety of nocturnal animal resources to inspire your nature study and journaling.

Here’s what’s included in the 45+ page digital download:

Nature Journaling Prompts

Lesson on Mood in Art

Examples of Mood in Art

Revisiting the Elements of Art: Color, Light & Value

Art Challenge: Capture the Mood of the Night

Applying What We’ve Learned in Your Nature Journal

Nocturnal Animals Nature Study Resources:

Reading List

What Are Nocturnal Animals?

Why Animals Are Active at Night

Nocturnal vs. Crepuscular vs. Diurnal Guide

Nocturnal Animal Adaptations

Night Vision, Echolocation & Sensory Systems

Nighttime Behavior & Ecology

Sound Mapping Activity

Observation Report Sheet

Crossword Puzzle

Art Study

Public Domain Art & Poetry

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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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