Sunday 12 - 2pm ish 
 
Learn how to create a nature journal!
Nature Journalling builds confidence, memory and wellbeing by immersing yourself in the wild and recording what you encounter. Develop skills in drawing, confidence and natural history at this interactive, fun workshop!
 
You don’t need to be an artist. (You can be rubbish at that, it doesn’t matter! ) What matters is you, a curious mind and a willingness to have a go!
All art materials are supplied, but feel free to bring your own art materials (but travel light!).
We’ll start inside, but head out into the grounds of the Flaxmill to discover local wildlife and learn how to capture it in the pages of a journal.
 
Meet in The Stables (Flaxmill Maltings) at 12 Midday on Sunday 28th for an introduction before heading outside.
 
About Sara and GOGA.
Sara is a natural history educator with over 30 years experience. She has extensive knowledge of working with the natural world and communities all over the world. During her career, she has worked with The National Trust, Wildlife Trusts, Open University and Field Studies Council. Sara was involved in the early stages of creating a new Natural History GCSE which will be taught in schools from 2025. More recently, she has worked with the Social Prescribing project and has seen the power of art, nature and community to help improve wellbeing for all ages. 
Nature Journaling- Get Out Get Arty (GOGA)combines all her passions into one place. Nature heals and calms, while journaling and art improves memory, tolerance, confidence and self esteem. 
GOGA sessions are varied with activities for all ages, a chance to practice drawing and creativity and moments of mindfulness.
 
As with all workshops no refunds can be given from a week before the event but we will endeavour to offer you an alternative workshop.