I have lots of journals. I keep a decorated journal in almost every room in my house! I even have one in my diaper bag so if a poem or even some words or lines come to my mind I am not without paper!
Some of my journals are for poetic words, but sometimes I use them to write down my thoughts, rants, ideas, lists, musings, prayers. I find by taking the time to stop and write my mind becomes clearer and I can 'see' what I mean, where I am going, what I should do.
Anyhow, here are some poetry journals I have made using the principles that I outline p74-75 of 'my book'
Here are some details and ideas for when you make your own:
If you have made a poetic journal based on the ideas in my book, would you consider posting them on the Artistic Mother Flickr group? Some folks have already done just that and it is so fun to see how lovely they are turning out.
Others are part of a community coordinated by Trudy over at Artistic Creations with Trudy! She has done an amazing job of getting a group of women together (over 70 now!) who are going through the workshop in my book! Members are posting their work on their blogs and then supporting each others creative journey. I enjoy jumping from Trudy's blog to the group member's blogs listed on her side bar too see how they are getting on. This beyond what I imagined this book could be!!!
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April is coming and every Saturday in April I will be giving away 'starter kits' for my book :) I got some of the supplies in the mail yesterday and I am so excited with what will be included. I will post a photo of the goodies next week (the oil pastels are on back order and won't ship until Monday, and the photo would not look good without my beloved oil pastels!).
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Hey, if you are out in a book store this weekend and you see a copy of my book on the shelf, will you take a picture and send it to me? - I will add it to my 'book sightings' photo album on the Artistic Mother Facebook Fan page. The shot does not have to be art, camera phone pic is totally fine! It is just fun to see where the book is popping up.
Much appreciated!
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ReplyDeletelove this idea, an original journal, decorated just for me. I always have journals around too for jotting down thoughts and quotes I come across, now I'll have to make one of my own design. stop by my bolg to see how I encouraged the arts last week!
ReplyDeleteI just received your book-- a treat for me via amazon with birthday money :-) and it is beautiful-- so eager to get started! So imagine how excited I am at the idea of a starter kit giveaway.
ReplyDeleteYay! Spring seems the perfect time to begin this journey.
Thank you for more poetry journal inspiration! i've been hovering over my empty journal awaiting the arrival of inspiration to dive in ... lots of great ideas here. i have a pix of me but am realizing my experience of writing poetry (i am a newbie!) has been inspired by my experiences as a mother ... so i think my first journal will have to have a picture of me with my muse. a journal prompt for the last week of 2009 asked "what magical thing happened to you in 2009?" and my immediate answer was: I found myself and I found my muse.
ReplyDeleteand now i've found a supportive, inspirational group to keep me growing and learning (i just went to the fabric store to buy materials for the tote bag ... i haven't sewn since 1975! Talk about a brave new world!)
I received your book in the mail on Friday. It is wonderful. I love the first half, but I am not going to lie, altered art intimidates the heck out of me. Your book is beautiful though.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog! feel free to visit anytime :-)
ReplyDeleteI am loving these journals, I have a few ideas in mind. Once I have some extra money I want to get supplies to make some!
How do I enter to be in the Saturday Give-aways, and the starter packs for your book?
I'll keep my eyes open, and if I see your book I'll definitely take a picture. God bless!
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Thanks for letting us peek at some of your journals! and sharing some tips!!
ReplyDeleteWell, as usual...I am so inspired!! You are amazing!!
ReplyDeleteHugs! Mendy
Great journal covers!
ReplyDeleteI had so much fun working on the journal Noe it's on to the the little bag for Kate to carry her journal in. Just wanted to let you know that our Artistic Mother journey is being chronicled on my blog Nanas Little Hobby. Nanas Space is mostly family photos and adventures. I thank you for visiting my blog and inspiring this amazing adventure for Kate and I to travel together.
ReplyDeleteyou are so creative! love all your works!
ReplyDeleteOkay, these journals are completely yummy. And your idea of having photos from stores with your book is brilliant! I will definitely send you one if I'm lucky enough to go book browsing today.
ReplyDeletethank you all, it is really kind of you to take the time to visit and say hello!
ReplyDeleteI was out today at Barnes and Nobles and saw my book! My hubby told the clerk I was the author so he arrived over with a pen and stickers that said 'signed by the author' and asked me to sign the books! Can you believe that I didn't have my camera!!!! That is a lesson to me to always carry it.
Shona
This is a beautiful idea! I'm glad to find your blog!
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful ideas! ok, today might be the day I start on mine...maybe. :)
ReplyDeleteThat is SO exciting about the "signed by the author" opportunity! Oh my, I would just be giddy. I'll definitely keep my eyes open and take some photos for you!
I'll do it. I take a photo of your book on the shelf I found it for your signing...try to do it today. Blessings Eden
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. Beautiful! I love them all and especially admire the one with the painted binding - such beautiful colors and composition! Thank you for sharing, Kristin xo
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