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In the Studio This Week – A Companion Portrait, Metal Leaf, and Mark-Making
Art activities in my studio this week.
Mixed Media Fun in My Studio
Portrait drawing on an altered book
NEW YEAR, NEW HOME, NEW ME (?) – Travel and Art Journal
New Year Reflections I’m not big on New Year’s resolutions as they typically fail and are frequently not SMART – Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timely. That being said, the dawn of a new year is a good time to reflect on where I want to be in twelve months and develop strategies to get…
The Vagabond Artist is Almost Home – Travel and Art Journal Practices
This post serves as an update of my journey and how I’ve been able to incorporate travel and art journal practices while on the road. More Exploring of Oro Valley, Arizona Honey Bee Trail Within walking distance of our rental house is an amazing trail that winds through Honey Bee Canyon. On one side of…
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The Vagabond Artist Stays Put for A While – Travel/Art Journal
Why keep a Travel and Art Journal? My goal is tot keep you up to date on my adventures as the Vagabond Artist. Inspiring you to feel your own creative pursuits don’t have to be perfect but can start a process of allowing yourself the freedom to create and grow along with me on this…
Scenes From the Drive South – The Vagabond Artist’s Travel Journal
Travel Journal Cover Page
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The Vagabond Artist is Heading South – My Travel Journal
Historic house in Walla Walla
The 3 Best Apps to Boost Creativity and Healing
So many resources are available today for personal growth and healing. I am a big fan of those that can be easily accessed from your phone via an application. I’ve tried many over the years and like to find free apps – try before you buy! The following are my favorites and all three are…
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Handcrafted Journals
Today I want to share some of my different techniques to create handmade journals. Paper Cloth Journal A journal cover is made from a type of “paper cloth” using muslin for a base material and then applying thin papers on top using thinned down Mod Podge or a matte medium. Paper napkins (decorative part separated) or…
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Art Journals
Today I want to share with you the Art Journals I use and techniques for filling them up. Art journals are those I use to draw, paint, or sketch in. These are typically purchased but sometimes I use altered ledger books, record books, desk calendars, etc. The purchased books I use are Canson Mixed-Media pad or…