Showing posts with label artjournaling. Show all posts
Showing posts with label artjournaling. Show all posts

Saturday, 15 April 2023

The Benefits of Being Creative - Art Journals

Art Journal Page - Sing Your Song 

Have you ever taken the time to engage in a creative activity? Maybe you've painted a picture, written a poem, or simply doodled in a journal. Regardless of the activity, there are numerous benefits to spending time being creative, and research has shown that regularly engaging in creative activities can have a positive impact on your overall wellbeing.

One way to incorporate creativity into your daily routine is through art journaling. Art journaling is a form of self-expression that combines words, images, and artistic techniques in a journal. It is a way to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a visual and creative way. 

In today's Art Journal video, we will be taking a journal page and transforming it using a variety of supplies. The page starts with some collage paper and then using stamps and stickable letters, a message and an image are created to accompany it. The bird is a stamped image that is stuck on to the page, then incorporated into it by using paints, and ink to decorate its body. This process can be easily adapted to your own supplies and preferences, making it a flexible and enjoyable activity.



One of the great things about working in your art journal is that you can work with the supplies you have and substitute as you go along. If you don't have stickable letters, then write your message by hand. If you don't have a stamp of a bird, you can substitute a photo or draw the bird yourself. 

With creativity, it's important to experiment on a regular basis in your art journal and play around with ideas, seeing which ones resonate with you more. It doesn't have to be perfect, and it can be whatever you choose it to be. The act of creating and expressing yourself is what's important, not the end result.


Here are some reasons being creative is 
beneficial.
  • It can help reduce stress and anxiety;
  • Engaging in a creative activity can help you shift your focus away from negative thoughts and feelings, allowing you to relax and unwind;
  • It can also boost your mood;
  • It can increase self-esteem;
  • It promotes feelings of accomplishment.
  • Creativity has been shown to enhance problem-solving skills and improve memory. 
Spending time being creative can have many benefits for your mental and emotional wellbeing. Whether it's through art journaling or another form of creative expression, taking the time to explore your creativity can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience. and you might discover a new passion or uncover a hidden talent!

Check out the Art Resource Hub and other courses such as Mixed Media Art Tags on my platform to help you make the most of being creative.




Monday, 26 July 2021

Spill your heART - Episode 6 - Artistic Inspiration

 


I am excited to be on the panel for Episode 6 of Spill Your heART hosted by Nathalie Kalbach on
Friday 30th July 12 Noon EDT


Panelists include Birgit Koopsen, DeeDee Catron and myself and we will be discussing Artistic Inspiration and what to do when it goes.

As professional artists we will share practical tips for finding and energizing your artistic mojo. We will also discuss how to encourage it when it gets sluggish, takes a temporary hiatus or when it goes completely missing

This webinar will focus on tips and tricks for locating, encouraging, and maybe even fabricating artistic inspiration so that you can get on with things and make the magic happen. Looking forward to seeing you there!.


 What do you do when Inspiration leaves the building?

REGISTER HERE



Thursday, 31 December 2020

31 Art Journals in 6 Days - Art Journals 26 - 31

 

Amanda Trought - Art Journals 26 - 31


Welcome to Day Six of 31 Art Journals in 6 Days, today you will see Art Journals 21 - 25.  You can check out the Day 1 - 5, 6-10, 11-15, 16-20, 21 - 25


Here are Art Journal Selection - 26 - 31











LAST CHANCE TO GET THE DISCOUNTS AND EARLY BIRD SPECIAL ON THESE COURSES FOR 2021!!! 


Life Book 2021 - 20% off using code - FEELHAPPY20












BADASS One Art Journal Special Early Bird price $69 until 31st December



Creative Jumpstart - Early Bird Special price $69 until 31st December



I hope you join us in one or more of the classes, it is going to be great!  Have a HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

Wednesday, 30 December 2020

31 Art Journals in 6 Days - Art Journals 21 - 25

 


Amanda Trought - Art Journals 21 - 25


Welcome to Day Five of 31 Art Journals in 6 Days, today you will see Art Journals 21 - 25.  


Here are Art Journal Selection - 21 - 25












Check out the following Courses for 2021:

Life Book 2021 - 20% off using code - FEELHAPPY20








BADASS One Art Journal Special Early Bird price $69 until 31st December



Creative Jumpstart - Early Bird Special price $69 until 31st December



I hope you join us in one or more of the classes, it is going to be great!


Tuesday, 29 December 2020

31 Art Journals in 6 Days - Art Journals 16 - 20

 


Amanda Trought - Art Journals 16 - 20


Welcome to Day Four of 31 Art Journals in 6 Days, today you will see Art Journals 16 - 20.  


Here are Art Journal Selection - 16 - 20









Check out the following Courses for 2021:

Life Book 2021 - 20% off using code - FEELHAPPY20








BADASS One Art Journal Special Early Bird price $69 until 31st December



Creative Jumpstart - Early Bird Special price $69 until 31st December



I hope you join us in one or more of the classes, it is going to be great!


Monday, 28 December 2020

31 Art Journals in 6 Days - Art Journals 11 - 15

 


Amanda Trought - Art Journals 11 - 15


Welcome to Day Three of 31 Art Journals in 6 Days, today you will see Art Journals 11 - 15.  


Here are Art Journal Selection - 11 - 15














Check out the following Courses for 2021:

Life Book 2021 - 20% off using code - FEELHAPPY20








BADASS One Art Journal Special Early Bird price $69 until 31st December



Creative Jumpstart - Early Bird Special price $69 until 31st December



I hope you join us in one or more of the classes, it is going to be great!


Sunday, 27 December 2020

31 Art Journals in 6 Days - Art Journals 6 - 10

 

Amanda Trought - Art Journals 6 - 10


Welcome to Day Two of 31 Art Journals in 6 Days, today you will see Art Journals 6 - 10.  


Here are Art Journal Selection - 6-10









Check out the following Courses for 2021:

Life Book 2021 - 20% off using code - FEELHAPPY20








BADASS One Art Journal Special Early Bird price $69 until 31st December



Creative Jumpstart - Early Bird Special price $69 until 31st December



I hope you join us in one or more of the classes, it is going to be great!



Saturday, 26 December 2020

31 Art Journals in 6 Days, Journals 1-5

I hope that you are having a blessed Christmas and as we go into the New Year are inspired to tap into your creativity in a new way. 

There are a lot of things happening creatively and I want to make sure you are able where possible to make full use of them.  I am teaching on 3 Courses next year and most of them involve working in your art journal in a variety of ways and I thought I would share the series that I did called 31 Art Journals.

Whilst I have more than 31 it is a small sample of the type of art journals you can create and/or purchase and I talk about the work within, the motivation for creating the art journals which will help you (if your new to art journaling) get an understanding and take away any apprehension for starting.  I will be sharing 5 art journals a day over the next 6 days, if you have any questions do leave a comment.

The Courses for 2021 are:

Life Book 2021 - 20% off using code - FEELHAPPY20








BADASS One Art Journal Special Early Bird price $69 until 31st December



Creative Jumpstart - Early Bird Special price $69 until 31st December



I hope you join us in one or more of the classes, it is going to be great!


Now for the Art Journals - 
Here are Art Journal Selection - 1-5









I hope you find something in the art journals to inspire and motivate and I will see you tomorrow with another 5

Stay Blessed and Be a Blessing!










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