The Naturalist’s Field Notes

The Naturalist’s Field Notes — From field to finished product

A weekly publicationUnderstand how we grow, make, design,
and build with the living world.

Writing for an audience of 20,000+

“Kaitlyn, your writing always has a resonating message. You have an effortless way of storytelling and raising awareness in such a gentle manner.”

“So a thank you is certainly needed for reminding me why I do what I do and for a spark of inspiration when others question why I strive onwards when things are not looking too bright.”

— Alex RoldanWildlife Photography Guide
Amboseli & Maasai Mara, Kenya, Africa & UK

“Love this perspective, it beautifully articulates how the initial, often unseen, phase of system calibration and parameter setting is crucial for the eventual emergence of complex AI structures, a parallel I often see in my own work.”

— Computer Science TeacherBucharest

“Your use of color and emotion makes the reader feel like they are on location, walking with you. Well done.”

— Kendrick ChittockFine Art Photographer and Author of Afield Notes
Ohio, USA

“As a learning designer working remotely, Field Notes has become both a source of inspiration and a meaningful connection to the creative community. Its thoughtful weaving of words and images delivers insights that stay with me, sometimes prompting reflection on my own experiences, and other times transporting me into new, unexplored viewpoints.”

— Jeff BaxterRemote Learning Designer
Vancouver Island, BC, Canada