If you've been following my blog, you know that I've started in a slightly new direction. In keeping with one of my goals for 2015, I have promised myself to spend more time in my studio just creating... for the sheer joy of creating.
I decided that, in order to do this, I should start an art journal. If you know me at all, you know that I don't usually start small on anything. So... I have been working on several journals. I decided that I should have a larger journal, to explore and create larger projects and a smaller journal, to explore and create smaller projects. I felt that I still needed a third journal, as well. Because Mixed Media often involves experimenting with new products, I wanted to keep a journal of samples of types of products and their colors, as well as brief notes on techniques for using them.
Here's a look at the journal I'll be using for my color samples.
This is a left-over journal from when we carried the large, blank journals.
The front cover involves a layer of gesso, paint daubers, spritzing,
stenciling, and more painting and spritzing. I may add a title later.
I'm sure I may think of more I want to do with it, but I like it for now
and it was SO MUCH FUN TO CREATE!!!
Here's a close-up of the focal pieces on the front cover. The butterflies were cut from our Butterfly Thinlits die. I love the dies and have used them so much since I got them that they haven't even been put away yet.
I love the little 'findings' that you can attach to it. I tried attaching them with our
Crystal Effects and let them dry overnight. We'll see if they hold up to frequent use and handling of the journal. It's pretty strong, so I think they'll be fine.
Here's the back of the journal.
Here's a little peek at the first inside pages. These show a sample of 2 spritzes I used. I've labeled them, so they make for an easy reference. I will later add some art work. Even though the journal is for color and technique samples, I still have plenty of room for a little art play.
I hope my art journals will inspire you to try spending some time creating... just for the joy of creating. I actually have several journals going right now, so I'll have lots to share as I explore various creative ideas.
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