Thursday, 23 January 2014

Mini journaling ... again!


Not sure why, but I go through phases of working in a particular journal, and at the moment I am stuck on my mini Moleskine. For those of you who have been asking, my Moleskine is a small Sketchbook measuring just 9 x 14 cm when closed (on Amazon UK here). Working on a page this size has its own challenges, but also its own rewards, and personally I love working small (er .... sometimes!)

I used Amsterdam Standard acrylic paints by Talens (LOVE those paints), and some of my own carved stamps in the background. Talking of paints ... have you seen Dina Wakley's new range of paints for Ranger? OH MY! Seriously can't wait for those ..... out in March and I'm counting the days!

This face was drawn by me in my Art Doodle Love book by Dawn Sokol, and then scanned for future use. I love re-using my own art on my pages.


And the words, which are typed on my vintage manual typewriter, are all about my slightly 'English' tendencies to bottle up my emotions ....stiff upper lip and all that ... which is all well and good, but eventually these emotions can rise to the surface and its not pretty. But hey, this is my art journal and I can say what I like. If I can't be honest with myself then what's the point?!

I'll be teaching a mini art journaling class on Saturday at Art from the Heart. Ooooh, can't wait! A whole day of getting painty ;-) Byee for now!


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17 comments:

  1. Hazel Agnew23 January 2014 at 18:56

    Just loving the energy.fab!

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  2. Corrie Herriman23 January 2014 at 19:20

    I have a mini Moleskine too and love working it it. I love what you did on this page and believe me is not just the english that bottle op their emotions. The face is fabulous. So are the colours.
    If I lived a bit closer I would love to get painty with you ! Love the Art from the Heart shop. I visited last summer whilst on holiday in the UK.
    Corrie x

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  3. ♥Gemma♥23 January 2014 at 20:53

    I recently came across your blog and i am so loving it...it's so inspiring and full of stunning creations!! I am so loving this page too, the colours and the patterns you have created are fabulous :)

    I am a newbie to Art Journalling which i started just before Christmas and i am loving every minute of it...i have took up a free year-long workshop with Journal52 which if fab and looking forward to see how my art transforms over the year.
    2014 is all about me and rekindling my love for painting and drawing which i have not done since i was 16 years old, it's something i have wanted to do over the years but with having my children and my other hobby as a cardmaker, i have just not had the time but this year i have vowed to make time and find out if Art {painting & drawing} is the path i am meant to take...i suppose we'll see what happens over the year!!

    Look i am waffling on...sorry hun, anyhoo like i say i am loving your blog and i am very sure i will be stopping by again very soon to see more of your beautiful creations!!
    hugs and xxx
    Gemma

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    1. thekathrynwheel24 January 2014 at 08:29

      Thanks for your comment Gemma :-) And welcome to the creative, messy world of art journaling! I started out as a card maker too, but the pull of mixed-media was too strong! Good luck with your art journaling adventures.

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    2. ♥Gemma♥25 January 2014 at 19:21

      You're welcome Kate and thank you for the good luck because i am going to need all the luck in the world to get over issue's of wanting everything clean looking {like my cardmaking}...i think i need to let my inner art goddess out and let her spread her wings and play :)
      hugs and xxx
      Gemma

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  4. Debbie23 January 2014 at 21:24

    Hiya Kate.
    Oooo wish i could come to AFTH Saturday to be with you...Boo Hoo
    What a great "Tiny" page...Love your old art work image, very nice.
    I love the Amsterdam paints too, used them ever since having the workshop with them with you last year, use them all the time. Speak again soon. Debbiex

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  5. Mary23 January 2014 at 21:38

    i love the way you use such beautiful bright bold color in your work!!

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  6. massofhair23 January 2014 at 22:04

    Beautiful face, looks pensive & slightly scared, your page is evocative & emotional. Love it:-) x

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  7. cathy parmelee24 January 2014 at 13:40

    awesome page. my fav color combo is red and turquoise. xxx

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  8. Monica24 January 2014 at 14:42

    Kate, expressing emotions in a journal is a great way to avoid saying things that can be misconstrued etc. etc. etc. but you really have to express them on paper to let them go! Otherwise they fester.

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  9. Unknown24 January 2014 at 16:32

    Love, Love, Love Kate!!! Gorgeous!

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  10. Sid24 January 2014 at 16:42

    Great work Kate !

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  11. PetraB24 January 2014 at 21:45

    Oh I love your doodling and the colours. So full of energy.

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  12. Unknown24 January 2014 at 23:04

    Very nice page!!!

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  13. Debbie25 January 2014 at 10:10

    Hi Kate...this is stunning. I just love all the fabulous colour and detail. I always feel so inspired when I visit your blog. xx

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  14. morningDove27 January 2014 at 17:49

    you so inspire me with your honesty and your fabulous art work. wish i lived near you. i keep playing with layer as you are my example

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    1. thekathrynwheel27 January 2014 at 18:29

      Thank you Morning Dove :-) Yes, I know I can be very honest! I sometimes wince as I hit the 'publish' button LOL! Thanks for your kind words x

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