Category: Visual Journals

How to Select an Altered Book or Visual Journal

Posted on: January 5, 2023

Posted by: Whitney Panetta

Read tips on selecting a visual journal book that can withstand collaging, painting, & more when creating a visual journal or altered book.

7 Must-Have Visual Journal Supplies for A Junk Journal

Posted on: September 23, 2022

Posted by: Whitney Panetta

Posted in: Visual Journals

Check out my top 7 visual journal supplies in addition to the basics I keep on hand. Get visual journaling tips, tutorials, and more!

Visual Journal Ideas for Jumpstarting a Visual Journal Project

Posted on: August 19, 2022

Posted by: Whitney Panetta

Posted in: Classroom | Visual Journals

What is a visual journal? A visual journal is a mixed media project that uses a hardback book as a base. These are sometimes referred to as altered books, but in my class, I view them as journals to encourage a personal connection to the student. Students work directly in the book using paint, colored…

Visual Journal Page 55: Bedtime Bear

Posted on: February 6, 2020

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Posted in: Art | Visual Journals

When I realized what visual journal page I was blogging about today I was equal parts heart warmed and melancholy. This visual journal page is for my Kody Bear who lived a long 13.5 years, but went on to puppy heaven two and a half years ago. Kody Bear was sweet, snuggly *at his discretion,*…

Mod Podge Image Transfer, Page 53

Posted on: November 13, 2019

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Posted in: Visual Journals

Check out how I create a mod podge image transfer and use them collaged in my visual journal. Supplies, how-to, and more are included.

Page 41: Watercolor Splatters

Posted on: January 31, 2019

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Posted in: Visual Journals

A visual journal page about a car accident and an interview with watercolor splatters are used to add drama. Read the details in the post!