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It is also about the joy of learning a craft and practising it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing over forty of Richard Shimell's stunning prints, this beautiful book captures the intricate beauty of British trees in the colder months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRichard also shares the deeply moving, personal journey that led to him becoming an artist, as he reflects on how he connects with the world around him, and finds creativity through his walks in nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRichard is a brilliant storyteller, his writing takes you through memories and moments as if you were there with him. This nostalgic and thoughtful read will make you want to grab a sketchbook and head out into the countryside. It reminds you how important it is to observe and absorb the wonders of wildlife and rural landscapes, especially those beautiful trees.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMOLLY LEMON\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrough the pages of \u003ci\u003eTrees in Winter\u003c\/i\u003e, Richard shares his prints and takes us on his own personal journey and how his love of walking in wild places and being a part of nature has helped him to deal with life. Richard also explains how these experiences have been instrumental in his becoming the professional printmaker he is today. 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