Yes, I've been playing around in my journal again. It's so nice to do anything that you want and not have to worry about the outcome, because it's your journal and that's what it's here for. Plus, I find that I discover something new that I like that I probably wouldn't even have tried. I love these pages--
I did alot of layering with paints, collage, sketching and doodling--
This was fun to do---knowing that alot of it was going to be covered up, and deciding on what I was going to use, and also being willing to cover up things that I really liked--
And what fun it is to layer the Caran d'Ache watercolor crayons with acrylics--layer after layer--
Love this!!
Already, I am enjoying looking through my journal, and anxious to see what's next!
And yes, Saturday is my birthday, and I was very happy to receive an early present from Zasra. She is an Esty seller and she included me in her treasury that you can see HERE! And while you're at it, check out her shop--very funky Bohemian clothing and original jewelry, and also eco-friendly too--thank you Zasra!!
Okay, so where are we going?? First of all here--
Isn't this a fun badge? If you haven't heard about it then get on over. It's free to join and it's filled with inspiration, tutorial videos, advice, and most important--support from Meliss and Emme--completely free! Just click on the logo to take you there.
And then after that, how about an art retreat?
A virtual art retreat/festival put together by Zinnia and Gail with workshops, a marketplace, discussion groups and just a place for all of us to get together and have fun. You can go HERE to get all of the info, and while you're there, check out the video that shows you all of the excellent and diverse instructors that will be teaching workshops there for any type of artist. Plus, you can pre-register for only $5.00--can't beat that!
So I hope to see all of you there this summer--and spread the word!!
41 comments:
Diane :)
love your journal pages!! your art is so you ... i think i can recognize it anywhere!! xoxoxo
Love to see your journal pages. I'm still unsure of how to use the watercolor crayons... guess i just need to play a little more. happy birthday!
I know exactly what you mean - the freedom is just opening your journal and doing anything you like is amazing isn't it? Love what you've done here and all the layers.
Truly lovely journal pages and thanks for the link to more interesting places....
Have a wonderful birthday on Saturday Diane!!!
Those pages are simply gorgeous! Though I paint and create from a need within, I rarely keep anything I do...it's all for everyone else...
What a special thing to do to celebrate the artist and woman you are....to share, but more importantly, to keep......a documentation of your thoughts, feelings and talent :)
Lovely!
....and, of course, have a very Happy Birthday!
Hey D! Your journal pages are looking mahvelous! An early HappY BirthdaY to you! It's also my husbands birthday on Saturday:) Congrats on your Etsy treasure feature - so cooL! and am going to check out all the other goodies you so kindly posted!
Happy Birthday on Saturday!! Love the multi-layers of your journal pages..
WOW! What a nice surprise to see the House of Art button here! HOW COOL is that?! THANK YOU for your help in spreading the word. The girls have worked SO HARD in putting this site together and I know it's really going to do well - and they get nothing out of it but the feeling of doing something really positive for our community.
Thank you for your support and for your sweet comment on my Grapes of Wrath piece - your journal pages are stunning and like you, I really really love to see the step-by-step processes.
Happy Day, xoxo
Have a great birthday this Saturday Diane.
I too love the freedom that art journaling brings and the joy of discovering new ways of doing things. I just love these pages, they are amongst my favourite of yours.
Happy Birthday for Saturday
Lee:)
How beautiful, your art is inspiring! Thank you.
Diane your designs and color palettes are always so lovely! You have a great style! Love these pages!
Happy Birthday!! :)
wow wow wow!!!!!!!!!!!!! these are just AMAZING!!!!! I am always so inspired by your art, you are such an incredibly talented lady!!! Hugs Juls
Great post, lots to look at, lots to check out. Love seeing how your journal pages progress and the end result is so rich. Love em
Hi Diane, lovely journal pages. Just had to tell you before I journey on to other posts and links you have shared. Have a Happy Birthday!!
May you have a wonderful day and year ahead.~Theresa
How fun, I'm enjoying looking at your journal pages. Inspiring
T
Oh, and Happy Birthday my dear
T
Happy Early Birthday, Diane!!!! May your day be filled with smiles and friends!!! LOVE your new pages --- Girl, you've found another wonderful creative outlet!!! Hugs, Terri xoxoxo
Diane, I love these journal pages! I am in such a lull right now. I need to get inspired! I feel like I am in limbo or in hibernation! I wish I could see you on video doing your artwork!
Hello Diane,
This is Emme, Thanks so much for your shout out! Hearing people are loving our community is the best feeling! This was so sweet for you to do and I so appreciate it!
With much love,
Emme
SCRUMPTIOUS SCRUMPTIOUS colors and work...oh so beautiful and love that expression on the face! xo
What a creation! So very interesting - I love them!
Gorgeous journal pages:O)Happy Birthday!!!!:O)hmmm will have to try watercolor crayons I have them just dont quite know how to use them:O)
I love your journal pages! they are always so much fun and I love the layering you do. I have to loosen up myself and start layering. :) Thanks for sharing the links. I'll have to check it out.
Happy Birthday! And what a great present,congrats! Love your journal pages. Going to check out the links now.
happy birthday
& much celebration
to the song
that YOU sing!!
xox
I really enjoyed seeing the process, I like it in all stages, yet I know when one has something good going it is hard to stop, and your beginnings are so inspirational, then to see the colors start and grow into the richness you always achieve gives me a vision of you working in a speedy way.
beautiful, beautiful work.
lovin your journal pages!
Dear Diane,
They are gorgeus, your journal pages,-the colors- BEAUTIFULL- I love the layers af them-and your wonderfull drawings.
xoxo and happy week-end.
Dorthe
They are getting more beautiful every time;o)Happy Birthday, I hope it will be a great day for you! xox
Have a great birthday Diane!
beautiful journal pages, I lake it!
Kisses.
Happy early birthday, Diane! What fabulous journal pages. You are creating something really special with this. :) I am a new of House of Art - I know Meliss, and she has done a terrific thing for us there. Thanks for sharing and have a GREAT birthday and Valentine's Day!!!! Theresa
Happy birthday Diane! Mine is next week!
Beautiful artwork Diane.
Happy Birthday.
Lesley x
Happy birthday.....I hope today is full of blessings for you are a very special and talented gal......
Love love the journal pages....c
Gorgeous pages!!!
ah today is your Birthday!!
Diane
I wish you a lovely year
may it overflow
with days that feel wonderful to you!
wishing you dreams come true
smiles, love and health.
so happy to be getting to know you.
Tammie
I'm a bit late...but I hope you had a wonderful birthday!
Great pages Diane - and thanks for the links.
X
Your pages are gorgeous, wonderful dreamy and full of romantic. Thanks for sharing and inspirations.
Belated Happy Birthday!
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