The Nature Journaling Circle Membership
Monthly live sessions & prerecorded courses
Plus a warm and encouraging community of fellow learners. With regular feedback and inspiring topics, the membership is designed to help you gain the skills to get you outside and creating with confidence.
The membership includes
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Monthly live meeting on Zoom
A 2-hour session each month - join us live or watch the recordingSessions include at least one hour of instruction and practice, direct feedback to help you improve, Q&A, and our nature journaling book club!
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A huge library of all recordings
Including past Zoom tutorial sessions on demandAlso includes the courses "How to Start a Nature Journal", "Painting Nature in Derwent Inktense", and "Coloured Pencil Techniques for Nature Journalers", with a combined value of £96.
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Motivation and community
Share, encourage and inspireGet involved in our community forum to build motivation, interact with Alex, and meet new friends.
Short courses to enhance your skills
These courses deep-dive into a specific subject or medium. All of these are included in the membership or can be purchased separately for lifetime access.
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How to Start a Nature Journal
Course5.0 average rating (8 reviews)Welcome to "How to Start a Nature Journal", a beginner's guide to nature journaling for everyone! Getting started nature journaling can be difficult, but this course will help you begin with confidence.
£32
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Painting Nature in Derwent Inktense
Course5.0 average rating (2 reviews)Derwent Inktense is my favourite painting medium for expressing nature in my nature journals. This course is a complete introduction to Inktense for beginners, including which colours to buy, four practical exercises, and how to fix common problems.
£32
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Illustrated Journal Layout & Composition
Course5.0 average rating (3 reviews)Learn techniques for effective layout of illustrated journals and composition of the included artwork with nature journaler Alex Boon. Guide and template pack included to help you design aesthetic pages.
£32
Reviews
Sketching Ducks and Waders
Heidi Madison
Such a great class ! Wonderful opportunity to work on sketching techniques from still photos, short & fast videos, then slowing down quite a bit to sketch again from a still photo in 20". Alex, your narration of what you are doing and why is s...
Read MoreSuch a great class ! Wonderful opportunity to work on sketching techniques from still photos, short & fast videos, then slowing down quite a bit to sketch again from a still photo in 20". Alex, your narration of what you are doing and why is so helpful! And you helped me feel less pressure when you reminded us that it is a learning experience and not to be afraid to continue making corrections as you go along :) - I need that reminder! Thank you for sharing your sketches at the end as well! You are a wonderful teacher!
Read LessLoads of inspiration!
Lisa Mason
I really enjoyed this course. It is full of helpful ideas and inspirational examples. I'm sure I will be incorporating some of these ideas into my own journaling.
I really enjoyed this course. It is full of helpful ideas and inspirational examples. I'm sure I will be incorporating some of these ideas into my own journaling.
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Cynthia Brennan
I really enjoyed this course. Alex shows step by step how to create a wonderful page of pictures and text about a bird species that looks beautiful as much as it is informative. I highly recommend this course. Thank you!
I really enjoyed this course. Alex shows step by step how to create a wonderful page of pictures and text about a bird species that looks beautiful as much as it is informative. I highly recommend this course. Thank you!
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Amanda House
It was a joy to spend a couple of hours with Alex online learning his fabulous techniques for Nature Journalling. He certainly knows his stuff and has a lovely way of teaching too. Thank you Alex!
It was a joy to spend a couple of hours with Alex online learning his fabulous techniques for Nature Journalling. He certainly knows his stuff and has a lovely way of teaching too. Thank you Alex!
Read LessIntelligent, practical and inspirational
Suzanne Raine
An excellent short course for anyone new to nature journaling or looking for new ideas to re-start this absorbing hobby. Alex Boon's course is thoughtful, practical and packed with useful suggestions and advice. Particularly helpful is his suggest...
Read MoreAn excellent short course for anyone new to nature journaling or looking for new ideas to re-start this absorbing hobby. Alex Boon's course is thoughtful, practical and packed with useful suggestions and advice. Particularly helpful is his suggestion of the two-journal method, which frees you of anxiety about 'making a mess' in your lovely new sketchbook. Also, his suggestions about choosing a focus for your journalling and feeling free to position yourself in various places within the Nature - Art - Writing triangle are very helpful. Lots to get you going here.
Read LessTry it out with the free community and taster class
(Note that on signup, you will be added to the Alex Boon Art Mailing List)
Membership FAQ
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Does this include all your on-demand courses as well?
YES! Every video course I have made so far is included for you as a part of the membership. You retain access for as long as you are a member. For permanent access, each must be bought separately.
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When are the Zoom classes?
On an alternating basis, Zoom classes take place on the last Thursday or Sunday of each month between 4 and 6 PM UK time. The recording is uploaded to the Member Resources section as soon as possible after the class.
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Can I cancel any time?
Yes, of course. It is easy to cancel whenever you want to from the "Billing" page of your student profile. You are also welcome to come and go as you please, or to just buy each class separately if you prefer.
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How are Zoom classes announced?
The times for the Zoom tutorials are given inside the current month's topic. All students are also added to a members-only mailing list and will receive class times, the Zoom link, and inspiration for the monthly theme each month.
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I am low income/can't afford this - can you help me?
Yes, please send an email to [email protected] with a request for a free month due to your financial circumstances. I am happy to give some free access to those who need it to get you inspired to start nature journaling.
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Can I try it out first?
Try the free class "What is a Nature Journal?" via the link above and/or join the community to get a flavour of what's happening inside the NJC.
If a membership isn't for you right now
Or you'd prefer permanent access to a beginner-friendly batch of courses, this is a great option. Perfect as a gift for friends and family too!
