Tree sketching can be intimidating. Many people
worry that they are not good artists. However, the purpose
of sketching trees is to learn how to observe carefully, not
to become an artist. It is important to remember that there
is a long tradition of scientists using nature sketches to
record observations. For example, Jane Goodall kept a detailed
nature journal in Africa.
When sketching your tree, be sure to use your imagination
and include the root structure underneath the ground. Leave
enough space in the roots to label the people who support
you and in the branches to label your hopes and dreams. |
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Materials Needed: |
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Print
Tree Sketching Guide. |
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Use firm backing to support drawing papers. This
can be anything from cardboard to classroom books to clipboards.
Attach with paper clips. |
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Pencils (bring extras). Ballpoint and felt-tipped
pens are fine too. Colored pencils also work well. |
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Collecting bags for objects, such as leaves,
bark, nuts, seeds from the tree, to draw and study indoors.
Collect only fallen objects; pull no roots; collect only where
permission is given. |
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Suitable clothing for the seasons - raincoats,
warm jackets, boots, etc. |
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Record Seasonal Information: |
You will need to record the following
seasonal data when you sketch your trees:
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