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Monday 9 January 2012

Being Creative .....

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

36 comments:

  1. 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 :)
    Keep going with that journal!!!!

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  2. Stunning pages Juls..ditto EVERYTHING Diane said! Your creations ROCK ♥♥

    Very Best Wishes for 2012.

    Love Gez.xx

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  3. Its beautiful Juls. Nothing wrong with your painting at all!
    Clairex

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  4. 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.
    Your creations are so fab ,hope your keeping well and the sickness has passed.
    big hugs.janex

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  5. 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.

    Hope you are keeping OK now.

    B x

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  6. 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.
    luv and hugs {brenda} xoxox

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  7. WOw ! So creative, and very nice, Juls, you're an artist !
    Hugs and kisses !

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  8. 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!!!
    hugs, stephanne

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  9. 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

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  10. You 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.

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  11. Looks good to me Juls. I wouldn't dare try any painting or drawing since I can't even draw a straight line!

    Kat xx

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  12. Hi Juls, oh wow - your sketching and colouring are just great! I honestly cannot draw at all, know I've said that before.

    I've always thought that some mistakes should be allowed to stay - that's what makes something hand made not mass produced.

    Sarah

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  13. So beautiful Juls...

    big hugs Vicky xx

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  14. I think it's lovely Juls, I can't paint or draw at all! Lisa x

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  15. WOW! 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

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  16. well i think you have done really well there,it is beautful! keep it up! rosie.x

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  17. so gorgeous juls.your painting is stunning and i love your pretty colours and design :D

    xx coops xx

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  18. Wow well done your painting is great!!! I'd use stamps as my painting is nowhere near as good. Great saying too.

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  19. oh juls hun,your painting is,super really love what you have acheived here hun,brilliant hugs cherylxx

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  20. This 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

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  21. Oh wow Juls this is so amazing i love the idea and your painting is FAB-U-LOUS darling. You are so clever.
    Hugs Angie x

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  22. Beautiful, Juls! LOVE your hand drawings.. seriously so creative and inspiring!

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  23. Don't underestimate yourself; this is gorgeous!
    And above that; it's made with love and attention. And that counts!
    Hugs,
    Stella

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  24. 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*

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  25. I 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

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  26. Wow, I haven't been here to long, such beautiful stuff.
    I love your journaling. I couldn't do it. No, can't see you draw the face yourself, it is so arty!!!!
    I am impressed.

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  27. 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
    Hugs Kaylou xx

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  28. 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.
    Hugs Erika. x

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  29. 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.

    Hugs Ali x

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  30. Oh beautiful, beautiful Juls! I just love it! Kimx

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  31. Beautiful. Your drawing is amazing, and I love the blue hair!

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  32. This is awesome hun loving the style of it its fab!!!

    Lotsa hugs Vicky xxx

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  33. Juls, your painting is NOT dodgy! I LOVE this page in your journal and I LOVE those sentiments! Gorgeous girl!

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