Hello All,I am so nervous about tonight's post, many of you will know that I have talked about starting an art journal....well here is my first ever attempt.....I have no idea what I think or if its any good...But I have thoroughly enjoyed doing it.
The page was based on the evening I spent at the "Brendon Cole - Live and Unjudged" show I went to see a few weeks ago...most of the journaling is secret and under the many layers of paint....I love that idea!!......if any of you that are more experienced at the whole art journaling thing happen to pop by my blog, I really would appreciate constructive criticism from you...it really is the only way I will learn. I was on Amazon last night and have ordered an Art Journaling book to learn a bit more.....if there are any books you would recommend then please let me know...
I have used stamps from "inkadinkado" (the swirl and the chandelier) also " penny Black" - for the music score
I have used Gesso & "Adirondack- Paint Daubers - sunset orange, sunshine yellow, lemonade& Watermelon "
I Have used "memento" ink
The main image was from "My craft studio - Simply silhouettes" I printed out...and used alight box to trace...and coloured over using a black copic marker....... I am not confident enough yet to use my own art work...maybe that will come, it has taken long enough just to get a paintbrush back in my hand.
As always thanks for looking, and I really would love to get your comments, good or bad on this one.
Hugs Juls
WOOOOW, Juls your art journal`s page is amazing! Looking forward to see more!
ReplyDeleteMagda
Hi Juls,
ReplyDeleteThe background colours are gorgeous and I love the silhoutte dancers. This is brilliant.
Hugs,
Fiona x
Wow no need to be scared Juls...this is stunning and the silhouette image is so beautiful :) Donna x
ReplyDeleteJuls You have nothing to be nervous about I adore the textural look to your creation It fabulous More power to you!
ReplyDeleteFi x
Looks pretty amazing to me Juls. You're so creative, I'm always amazed by what you come up with. Looking forward to seeing more of your Art Journal.
ReplyDeleteKat xx
oh hun you have nothing to be nervous about honest,this is just brilliant,the image the colurs are all just perfection,you are a real artist hun hugs cheryl xxxxx
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful Juls and such a spectacular start for your Art Journal! Love the colors and the images you've used, I hope it doesn't take long for us to start seeing your own art work! :)
ReplyDeleteJuls I think it's beautiful, really love the colors and background! ~hugs
ReplyDeleteJuls - Have no worries - it's gorgeous. I love the colours and the dimension created by that big bold silhouette. Looking forward to seeing the next page!
ReplyDeleteBernie x
Wow Juls .. .. don't be nervous .. .. this is brilliant.
ReplyDeleteI love your colours, the silhouette image and the lovely finishing touches in the background.
A beautiful finished piece of work .. .. and one that gave you lots of pleasure in creating .. .. double whammy!!!
Love Jules xx
Its just gorgeous, brill colour choice with the black. No need for nerves here mrs, its just gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteJuls it is fantastic and you have no reason to be nervous. I love the colours you've used and that image is fab. You've definitely inspired me as I have been the same' scared to come out of my comfort zone.
ReplyDeleteMax x
I don't think that an art journal page has to be "good". For me it is all about making contact with yourself through a combination of crafting and writing. And if it comes from within, it is always good :)
ReplyDeleteThat being said, I just love your page :)
awe Juls you are one talented lady.. be it cute, shabby chic or art journaly (is that a word!!)
ReplyDeleteLove it! The background colours are fab. :)
As long as you have fun & you enjoy it then it's a success. BRILLIANT.
Hope you have a lovely weekend. Thank you for all your lovely blog comments & support. They mean so much coming from you..xx
WOW Juls this page looks AMAZING!!! And the best part is that you enjoyed yourself :)
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing more pages!
Sharon x
Juls, I so love your art journal. It's fab. Great colours and love the stamps you've used.
ReplyDeleteThanks for all your lovely comments on my blog and happy crafting!!
You don't have to be nervous ...it's great !!!
ReplyDeleteLove the background.
Hugs,
Peggy
Simply DIVINE Juls!
ReplyDeleteTry not to be so hard on yourself as this is very very beautiful and I am in awe of your of talents!
Enjoy yourself!
Keryn x
It's awesome Juls! And this is what is so fun about journaling --there's no such thing as bad or even good--it's just an expression of how you're feeling. Actually, for me, it's a way of experimenting and just playing around. It's so surprising the new things and techniques that you discover because you're just playing.
ReplyDeleteAnd you know, if you don't like it, just cover it up with gesso or papers or paint and start over--which is what I did the other day.
In March the Strathmore ning site is starting up a new free workshop--have you signed up for it? There's nothing to lose!
Juls this is PRETTY, awesome job.
ReplyDeleteWow, this is amazing - I can't believe this is your first ever journaling page! You have blende the paints really well and I love the music peeking through. Keep it up - you're a natural!
ReplyDeleteOh I just love it Juls, the colours are perfect and all the texture with the stamping you have created is wonderful. I just love the silhouette and then that wavy line of writing is so clever it makes you 'hear' the music. Perfect!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing many more of your journal pages :)
Kimx
Hi juls, love your fab creation. The colours you've used are gorgeous and perfectly blended. Great idea with the silhouette. What a lovely reminder of your night out.
ReplyDeleteDonna x
Don't be nervous my friend, your creation is fabulous, love it very much, wow !
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What a beautiful journal, Juls! You have nothing to be nervous about.. it is fabulous! Love the colors, silhouette and cool background you created.. so inspiring!
ReplyDeleteStunning Journal! I'm glad you've been able to take some art classes( and go to a live show! Sounds like you have been having a good time in the art world lately. Have a great day! xox ~Jeni
ReplyDeleteOoh Juls this is gorgeous I love the silhouette.xxx
ReplyDeletewow, this is fantastic juls.the silhouette image is stunning and really stands out from the amazing background.i love the different elements and fab zingy colours :D
ReplyDeletexx coops xx
Other than the fact that the page looks amazing i need to tell you one thing.
ReplyDeleteWhen it comes to journaling the only person that needs to be happy with the pages in it are you.{providing its your own journal of course LOL}
This is the one bit of art play where you can do what the hell you like and sod what everyone else thinks, it's just for you. xx But you've no worries as its a fab page x
Your page is fantastic, the dancers are very dramatic and the colours brilliant. Look forward to seeing more
ReplyDeleteMaggie x
I love what you have created Juls. The contrast of the black silhouette with the bright, sunny colours is very striking and you have have added some fabulous texture and depth to it. There is real balance and harmony to the page, so just carry on the way you are babe and have faith in yourself.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your weekend.
luv and hugs {brenda} xoxox
Morning Jul's
ReplyDeleteI think your journal looks wonderful and like everyone says it's about expressing yourself, you have an amazing talent, your naturally creative Jul's, I think you will go from strength to strength in your new venture.....
x
Vicky
Hi again, heres a link you might like to take a look at, I think she was spot on with her post about rules of art making....
ReplyDeletehttp://feedyoursoulart.blogspot.com/
Wow Juls you are so clever i love your journal and the paint effects and colours are brill.
ReplyDeleteHugs Angie x
This is a fantastic start Juls. Looks like you had a lot of fun creating it. The layering is really good.
ReplyDeleteNever be afraid to use images from magazines or anywhere really. It's often images from those that start an idea in my head or bring back a memory I want to explore in my journal.
Love that your've 'hidden' your journalling too.
Just go with the flow and free your mind and see what happens. It's fun.
Lesley x
p.s. there are lots of art journal how toos on u-tube so have a browse as it gives really good ideas of techniqes.
ReplyDeleteLesley x
you are always so creative Juls, this is stylish and beautiful. janex
ReplyDeleteWow! This is gorgeous! Love it! hugs x
ReplyDeleteI've never art journaled but to me your's looks absolutely fabulous, love the background and colours and the silhouette stamp is gorgeous against the background. Well done on this first page.
ReplyDeleteDeb x
Juls, this can't be your first journaling page!!! It's AWEsome!!! I love the way the "couple" pops, and the way the chandelier seems like it's in the distance. The background is yummy, and your journaling is super. BRAVO!!! We'll need to see more!!! There's no "right or wrong" way to journal. The only thing you need to do is please yourself and have fun. Excellent page!!! Hugs, Terri xoxo
ReplyDeleteDon't be nervous; and never underestimate yourself :). Your art joutnaling is fabulous; this is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Stella
WOW! Stunning contrasting between the black and the orange - it is so eyecatching. I love all the littel details too. Hugs. Katy. xxx
ReplyDeleteYour journal looks stunning, Juls. Love that silhouette with the burnt orange background. It's a fabulous contrast. The chandelier gives a lovely romantic feel to it.
ReplyDeleteCaroline xxx
wow I love this...its amazing Juls...those colours are spectacular
ReplyDeleteMina xxx
Juls i love the colours used its fab x
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