Blog
Here are some articles about the microscopic world, science communication, and the joys of exploration! I’m not a scientist, so I don’t write scientific content, but I thought I’d share my thoughts on why curiosity is so crucial to learning, and why anyone should feel free to explore the world around them. I also share some tips on how to find creatures in the wild!
Finding tiny creatures in the wintertime!
I know what you're thinking: there's not a whole lot of life out there in the cold landscapes when ponds are frozen and snow covers up most of the fun spots to explore in the forest. Thing is, there are still a few ways to keep exploring microscopic life in the...
Gearheads and enthusiasts
I've been "microscoping" for about six months now. Prior to that, I spent most of my free time as a fine art photographer. I also directed music videos and produced a few films. If there's one thing that microscope hobbyists have in common with photographers and...
You never forget your first time!
The first time I looked through a microscope in my adult years was on September 16th, 2019. I got myself an OMAX microscope and some prepared slides from Celestron. The first thing I looked at were these samples of blood, cardiac muscle, small intestine and a spinal...
The start of a new project!
Hello! I'm Julie Laurin and "A Tiny World" is a new passion project of mine! I picked up a microscope after reading Rob Dunn's "Never Home Alone". It had always been on my wish list and finally, higher-end microscopes are affordable now. I use an OMAX microscope and...