***This is a virtual event*** Learn how to document your outdoor explorations and make yourself a better observer by keeping your own nature journal. Join local naturalist-artist Jack Hobe for an evening talk about the basics of nature journaling (observation, questioning and connecting) as well as a live demonstration using a nature object. Jack will […]

***This is an in-person event*** Nature journaling—observing nature using a notebook and pencil—is a powerful and fun activity. Learn new ways of looking closely, asking questions and using creative thinking by making your own nature notebook in this interactive workshop taught by local naturalist-artist Jack Hobe. Surrounded by beautiful native plants and pollinators at Bowman’s […]

Learn how to draw our feathered friends in this workshop taught by naturalist and wildlife illustrator Jack Hobe! We start with tricks for capturing birds on paper before they fly away, using posture, proportions and angles, then take a look at ways to simplify birds’ feathers, wings, tails and feet. Birds can be challenging and […]

Join local artist Jack Hobe  for an introduction to nature journaling! This is a method used by real-life scientists and naturalists to collect data and do their work in the field, but it is also a great way for anyone to make a connection with our natural world. This is a practice that anybody can […]

Join us for The Craftery Market at Mercer Museum featuring 80+ local artisans including handmade goods, antique and vintage treasures, original art and more! Visit Jack Hobe Nature Art’s booth featuring stationery products and fine art with Jack’s original nature illustrations! Enjoy food trucks and live music while you stroll around the gorgeous Mercer Museum […]