Hello All,This is an art journaling page that I have been working on for the last few days .... I had been checking out some tutorials on art journaling over the holidays, in the quest to learn more, whilst doing that I came across the saying:
"Being Creative means allowing yourself to make mistakes, Art is knowing which ones to keep" I also came across one that said "there are no mistakes in art journaling" .....
These are sentiments that I am really having to take to heart with these pages ..... especially with my dodgy painting, I really should check out some tutorials or online classes for painting faces rather than thinking that I can just fudge my way through it .... I think she looks a little scary, I think it is because the eyes and lips are just a bit dodgly painted!! ... especially the eyes I find it really difficult to get them even! ..... I guess this is a case where I just need to practice!!
Most of this is my own drawing .. (which you can probably tell!!!) with the exception of the butterflies which are kanban stamps. It has all been painted with acrylic paint. and then I went over her hair and lips with twinkling h20's to try and lift it a little.
Once again thanks for looking
Hugs Juls
She's wonderful Juls! Don't be so critical on yourself. Our journal is a our self-expression not how skilled we are--the skill comes from the practice, but the self-expression is there naturally--I need to listen to myself :)
ReplyDeleteKeep going with that journal!!!!
Stunning pages Juls..ditto EVERYTHING Diane said! Your creations ROCK ♥♥
ReplyDeleteVery Best Wishes for 2012.
Love Gez.xx
Its beautiful Juls. Nothing wrong with your painting at all!
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Happy New Year Juls, I'm back blogging, I was always popping in to look at blogs still,so I know all about your wonderful news, I have emailed you twice last year but heard nothing back.
ReplyDeleteYour creations are so fab ,hope your keeping well and the sickness has passed.
big hugs.janex
Well I am impressed Julia and your drawing is miles away from mine, the best I can manage is the back of a cat...........you know, large circle, small circle and a tail.
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B x
Superb work Juls, I love your style. You have used fabulous colours and really have an eye for design. Stop worrying about what other people might think - enjoy the process. Art is for you first.
ReplyDeleteluv and hugs {brenda} xoxox
WOw ! So creative, and very nice, Juls, you're an artist !
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Oh you!!! I think, and especially because you are creating your own art here, that you just have to let it flow and you are better not to seek tutorials as it might distract you from YOU!! I love your painting, it has a folk-styled charm to it and the colours you've used are enchanting hunny!! Beautiful work!!! I hope the new year finds you well!!!
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well i'm hugely impressed. I think your pages are lovely Juls. anyway, the journaling is for your own pleasure, doesn't matter what anyone else thinks. xx
ReplyDeleteYou are very brave Juls and I am totally impressed. My daughter would not allow me to draw (she is an art student) anything anywhere lol. I love the finished product, keep at it girl.
ReplyDeleteLooks good to me Juls. I wouldn't dare try any painting or drawing since I can't even draw a straight line!
ReplyDeleteKat xx
Hi Juls, oh wow - your sketching and colouring are just great! I honestly cannot draw at all, know I've said that before.
ReplyDeleteI've always thought that some mistakes should be allowed to stay - that's what makes something hand made not mass produced.
Sarah
So beautiful Juls...
ReplyDeletebig hugs Vicky xx
I think it's lovely Juls, I can't paint or draw at all! Lisa x
ReplyDeleteWOW! You drew this?! I wouldn't even know where to start. It all looks perfectly in scale. Well done you for challenging yourself to do something different. I look forward to seeing more! Happy New Year! keeleyxx
ReplyDeletewell i think you have done really well there,it is beautful! keep it up! rosie.x
ReplyDeleteOhhh so CREATIVE!!~
ReplyDeleteso gorgeous juls.your painting is stunning and i love your pretty colours and design :D
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Wow well done your painting is great!!! I'd use stamps as my painting is nowhere near as good. Great saying too.
ReplyDeleteoh juls hun,your painting is,super really love what you have acheived here hun,brilliant hugs cherylxx
ReplyDeleteThis aj page is FABULOUS girl! Wow...just love it! I am attempting ajing my self so thanks for the inspiration :) The cards below are really pretty too ..lovely pastels
ReplyDeleteOh wow Juls this is so amazing i love the idea and your painting is FAB-U-LOUS darling. You are so clever.
ReplyDeleteHugs Angie x
Wow, this is really neat!!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, Juls! LOVE your hand drawings.. seriously so creative and inspiring!
ReplyDeletelove this!
ReplyDeleteDon't underestimate yourself; this is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteAnd above that; it's made with love and attention. And that counts!
Hugs,
Stella
Great quotes! Very good to remember and take to heart :) I think your gal looks lovely. I know what you mean about the eyes though. One of the reasons I don't draw or sketch more is that I always get one way bigger than the other no matter how hard I try. *LOL*
ReplyDeleteI think it's wonderful, whilst anyone an create cards with the right material - drawing is a skill & you have to have talent to be able to do it & you have the talent :) x
ReplyDeleteWow, I haven't been here to long, such beautiful stuff.
ReplyDeleteI love your journaling. I couldn't do it. No, can't see you draw the face yourself, it is so arty!!!!
I am impressed.
I always admire and love your work..... I wish I had the confidence to give this ago,it's fabulous work.... thanks for the inspiration Hun
ReplyDeleteHugs Kaylou xx
Wow Juls I love your journalling me thinks I might change my 365 calender journal into just a journal instead. Great quote but then you know I like that one, LOL.
ReplyDeleteHugs Erika. x
Totally stunning. I am loving your art journaling, you are so creative with what you draw and don't forget this is art so it is all about your interpretation of things - hark at me I can't draw for toffee!!!!. I love her hair and how it goes across the page with the different sized butterflies. You are doing a fabulous job.
ReplyDeleteHugs Ali x
Oh beautiful, beautiful Juls! I just love it! Kimx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. Your drawing is amazing, and I love the blue hair!
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome hun loving the style of it its fab!!!
ReplyDeleteLotsa hugs Vicky xxx
Juls, your painting is NOT dodgy! I LOVE this page in your journal and I LOVE those sentiments! Gorgeous girl!
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