Read tips on how I prep used books to be used as an altered book, or visual journals. This project is fun for artists or in an art classroom.
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Visual Journal Technique: Pansy Prints
Check out how I use fresh pansies to create beautiful pansy prints to collage with in my visual journal. Plus you release stress by hammering.
How to Select an Altered Book or Visual Journal
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
Check out my top 7 visual journal supplies in addition to the basics I keep on hand. Get visual journaling tips, tutorials, and more!
Painted Pumpkins Tutorial
Learn three ways to add an artistic twist to your fall pumpkin decor with painted pumpkins. Perfect for all-level art classes, DIYs, & more.
Gelli Printing Ideas From a Self Taught Printmaker
This year I taught myself how to create gelli prints a few days before I started teaching it to students. I had been interested in trying it for a couple of years, especially after seeing a demo of it at the New York NAEA conference in 2017. When it came time to plan...
Art Class: Sharpie Doodle Chairs
Need an art fundraiser or art class decor? Try creating doodle chairs! All you need is a chair and sharpies. It’s great for early finishers to work on.
Visual Journal Collage, Page 36
Read about visual journal collage tips, techniques, and how tos. This page is created using old book pages, watercolor, and colored pencil.
Prep for Baby Girl: Modern, Whimsical Nursery
Check out how I decorated my baby girl’s room with a modern, yet whimsical nursery interior design. Check out the details and pictures.
Visual Journal Page 33: Watercolor Bee
Check out how I created a watercolor bee to use in my visual journal. I created this after a bee sting incident in the middle of class.