As you know, we're in the midst of a 4-part series on some of my favorite art supplies, divided by discipline: Art Supplies for Painters Art Supplies for Printmakers Art Supplies for Art Journalers Art Supplies for Collage Artists Today we've made it to #3: art journaling supplies! I've put together a video with all the details about why I like and use these particular supplies: And here's the list of goodies from the video: Listo China Markers Neocolor I Crayons Neocolor Sharpener Posca Pens SoFlat Acrylic Paint Ranger Heat It Craft Tool Grey Matters Palette Paper Scotch Blue Painter's... Read more →

When it comes to art journaling, it's all about embracing the process, not just sweating over the end result. Using an art journal is like having your own personal playground where you can let loose and get creative without worrying about what anyone else things. No need to stress over getting things just right. Embrace those little imperfections; they're the stepping stones to growth. So, kick back, enjoy the ride, and let your art journal be a tool for your wild and wonderful artistic journey! You art journal is where you can experiment, explore, and spill your thoughts onto the... Read more →

This month we read A World of Artist Journal Pages, curated by Dawn DeVries Sokol, and I somehow didn't realize that the book was published in 2015! Ha ha. The clues were all there, but I somehow missed them. It wasn't until I started to put together the PowerPoint presentation for the livestream that I realized my mistake. Here is the key slide from my PowerPoint presentation in the video: Another title for this Book Club could be: A book doesn't have to have explicit step-by-step instructions to be useful to you. By making these four types of lists, you... Read more →

My new art journaling class is as much about the philosophy of WHY starting a daily art journal or sketchbook habit really matters, as much as it is about the techniques and the ideas. In this short clip from the class I'm going to be talking a little bit about why my art journal has been so important to me in my art practice and why it might be super important in yours. It's not hyperbole to say that almost all the ways in which I have improved as an artist, started in my art journal. My commitment to doing... Read more →

Hello! My name is Julie and I am a recovering perfectionist. This is a painting I did in 2011 when I was first grappling with how to let go of being perfect: At the time, I thought I was being a wild and crazy loosey goosey. It makes me laugh 12 years later. It's so tight and controlled. So "perfectly imperfect." I have gotten looser over the years.... One of the tools that has helped me let go of perfectionism -- in art and in life -- is my art journal! Watch the video for more: Here are some ways... Read more →

I'm back with another inspirational art journaling video for you. Yay! This is a clip from my online class, Art Journaling: 10 Minutes a Day for 30 Days. It's all about shape -- one of the design elements we work very hard on in Design Boot Camp. Interesting shapes matter in art because they elevate the visual experience, convey personal meaning, and contribute to the overall impact and value of the artwork. They are one of the essential tools that artists use to express themselves and communicate with their audience. Watch the video for more: I often find myself doodling... Read more →

In the new class, Art Journaling: 10 Minutes a Day for 30 Days, I do a lot of talking about the philosophy of making art -- the philosophy of WHY art journaling is important. This class is both educational AND inspirational -- as it should be! I'm so excited to share this little snippet all about how everybody gets to decide what the purpose of their art journal is. Some common reasons people keep art journals include: Self-expression: It provides a safe space for free expression, as there are no rules or judgments about how the art should look. Creativity... Read more →

I just finished up a new online art journaling class and it's ready for you! In today's Studio Visit, I'm sharing a clip from one of the class videos. The topic is improvisation. Viola Spolin once said, "Improvisation is the moment when planning and opportunity meet." Improvisation is not random. It's not pulled out of thin air. You practice. You learn. You use your knowledge. As I say in the video, I'm working off of a combination of knowledge -- such as design principles, my tastes, how my art materials work, etc. When I practice improvising in my art journal,... Read more →

If you're new to Art Journal Every Day, there is a short introduction here. All of the previous posts can be found archived here. Remember, it's just ten minutes of nourishing your creative self every day! No need to finish anything or even like it. If you've done some art journaling this week, use the hashtag #artjournaleveryday or #artjournalingwithjulie so that we can all take a peek. You can find my favorite art journaling supplies HERE. I'm back with more art journal pages from my 2022 art journal. It's quite a departure from my earlier style with lots and lots... Read more →

If you're new to Art Journal Every Day, there is a short introduction here. All of the previous posts can be found archived here. Remember, it's just ten minutes of nourishing your creative self every day! No need to finish anything or even like it. If you've done some art journaling this week, use the hashtag #artjournaleveryday or #artjournalingwithjulie so that we can all take a peek. You can find my favorite art journaling supplies HERE. Back in February, I shared some pages from my 2022 journal. Looking back at old journal pages is a little like looking back at... Read more →