by kimgranstrom | Oct 23, 2024 | Botanical, Science
Angiosperms, commonly known as flowering plants, represent the largest group in the plant kingdom. They dominate the landscape in diverse forms, from the flowers in your garden to towering trees in forests. Understanding the taxonomy of angiosperms gives us insight...
by kimgranstrom | Oct 7, 2024 | Nature Writing
Journaling is a powerful way to connect with your thoughts, ideas, and observations, but nature journaling takes this one step further—helping you engage deeply with the world around you. It’s a meditative practice that enhances mindfulness, observation skills, and...
by kimgranstrom | Sep 30, 2024 | Botanical
There’s something undeniably captivating about orchids. Their delicate beauty, diverse forms, and often elusive nature have enchanted people for centuries. From ancient herbal remedies to contemporary botanical collections, orchids have woven themselves into the...
by kimgranstrom | Sep 23, 2024 | Artists, Illustration
The history of women in botanical illustration is a fascinating journey that intertwines with the broader narratives of art, science, and women’s roles in society. While the contributions of women to botanical illustration have often been overlooked or...
by kimgranstrom | Sep 16, 2024 | Birds
Birdwatching, also known as birding, has gained immense popularity since the 2020 Covid pandemic for several reasons. During the Covid pandemic people slowed down and spent more time outdoors in parks or their own yards. During this time, many began to discover birds...
