Sunday, November 11, 2012

New Journals

 Sometimes it's nice to get out and join like minded friends in acts of creating. So that's what I did 2 weeks ago. I joined Jane Eileen and friends for her Canvas Journal workshop. We each received a piece of canvas to paint and print on. Mine is drying on the right.
 Once dried, I sent mine through the sewing machine a couple of times. Then we stitched the sides and slid them onto the binders. These books are so forgiving. The pages can be taken out, worked on and placed back in any order.
 My finished cover with "Wow" for the title. I'm thinking whatever I put in there is going to make me go "wow" when I look at it...
 The second new journal. I took a workshop with visiting artist, Kelly Kilmer, at one of my favorite spots, Frenzy Stamper. This book is a lot of fun with flaps and fold outs with every turn of the page.
My book cover was plain green when I brought it home but I spent some time with paints, stencils and stamps tonight. I re-bound the book as well, adding beads to the binding.
 I completed 4 collages during the class. We were encouraged to journal but I haven't yet.
 You're welcome to add your own imagined commentary.
 All the images were made using found papers and magazine images and textures.
Have a great weekend!
Marissa

7 comments:

  1. beautiful work - as usual! This post reminds me that I have some old copies of Mary Englebreit's magazine 'Home Companion' that I thought you might like for your work - interested? Enjoy the last 2 days of our 3 day weekend...

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  2. Great journal. I really love the one with the hands on the cover - it's so unique! Enjoy the rest of your weekend xoxo

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  3. One day I'm gonna visit your studio and classroom- the art & love there must be incredible! BB2U

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  4. Thank you, ladies!BB-come anytime!
    Marissa

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  5. Ooooh that second notebook is absolutely gorgeous! It's something I'd want to wear ;)

    -Desiree, Pop-o-matic Deluxe

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  6. I love the looks on these notebooks and journals! Very talented!!

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  7. Love your collages, they are so pretty!

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