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Pyrosketchology: An Illustrated Guide to Observing and Journaling about the Fire Environment

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Language
English
Publishers
Morrill Intentions (2 Mar. 2024)
Weight
0.7 KG
Publication Date
05/03/2024
Pages
288 pages
ISBN-13
9798990107106
Dimensions
21.59 x 1.73 x 21.59 cm
Reading Age
14 - 18 years
SKU
9798990107106
Author Name
Miriam H Morrill (Author)
Miriam Morrill is a consultant specializing in fire communication, education, nature journaling, and illustration. In 2020, she retired from her federal position as a State Fire Prevention, Mitigation, and Education Specialist in California. Throughout her career, she held various field, state, and regional positions across the western United States, including Forestry Technician/Firefighter, Wildlife Biologist, Soil, Water, and Air Specialist, Climate Change Adaptation Planner, and Public Affairs Specialist.Miriam has contributed her expertise to numerous national and international fire response and training teams. Notable projects include fire prevention and investigation training in Jamaica and community wildfire protection planning in Micronesia, the Republic of Palau, and Guam. Since 2020, she has provided visual communication support to fire scientists across the United States, Canada, and the Netherlands, as well as the 2023 Global Fire Science Conference. She designed and led fire journaling workshops for the National Fire Learning Network, Fire Adapted Communities, and Fire Safe Councils, the Nature Conservancy’s Prescribed Fire Training Exchange Program, and the International Association of Wildland Fire.Combining her creative talents with 27 years of experience, Miriam has pioneered a new approach to fire education and community fire adaptation through the innovative Pyrosketchology program. Read more about this authorRead less about this author
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Pyrosketchology transcends being merely an illustrated guide; it stands as an educational treasure trove replete with wonder and beauty. Within its pages lies a potent fusion of science and art, guiding readers into profound realms of learning and heightened awareness regarding fire's relationships and responses to weather, topography, vegetation, and people.

Serving as a comprehensive manual, it navigates readers through the process of making astute observations before, during, and after fires, alongside offering sketching and journaling techniques that enrich comprehension and consciousness of the evolving environmental factors influencing fire dynamics. Accessible to all, regardless of artistic prowess or prior knowledge of fire behavior, Pyrosketchology appeals to a diverse audience.

Whether you're an educator in search of innovative outdoor activities, a nature aficionado captivated by the intricacies of fire ecology, a landowner assessing fire risks, or a firefighter endeavoring to augment situational awareness, this guide caters to myriad interests and objectives rooted in firsthand observation. In Pyrosketchology, the emphasis lies not on creating artistic masterpieces but on documenting field observations faithfully.

Acknowledging the time constraints often encountered in outdoor settings, this method advocates for simplicity in note-taking and sketching, allowing for the incorporation or omission of artistic details at a later juncture. For those eager to refine their visualization skills, a plethora of techniques are proffered to bolster field sketching and painting proficiencies.

Moreover, this guide delves into broader themes such as fire seasons and regimes, aiming to unravel the multifaceted nature of the fire environment and nurture a profound appreciation for fire's pivotal role within Earth's ecosystems. .

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