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 What is Artist Journal?

Artist Journal is a book kept by an artist as a visual, and sometimes verbal, record of her/his thoughts and ideas. Art journals generally combine visual journaling and writing, to create finished pages.

• explore new techniques- printing/collage/origami/3D effects 

• try different mediums- paint/ pastel/ markers/ watercolor/ mix media/ colored pencils

• practice art skill and concepts- drawing/ painting/Elements of Art and principles of design

• play around with different color combinations

• write your thoughts

• have your own theme/ idea

• develop a personal artistic style  

Here are a few things you can use art journaling for:
Art journaling can give you the space to get all of those feelings out and express yourself, rather than bottling all of those heavy emotions up inside.Art journaling can reflect thinking and grow both personally and spiritually, it can connect with that inner artist and awaken your creative gifts that you may not even be aware you have yet.

Artist Journal Cover page-

What should be included in the artist journal cover ?

Rubric-

1. Text- Calligraphy/ lettering

2.  Observational drawing Images

3.  Collage

4.  Art Styles ( please click on it)

How many hours should you spend for the cover?