A Peek Inside my Studio Journal aka my Art Planner/Diary/Sketchbook
I write EVERYTHING in this book. I will put down sketches for journal pages. I will later write my thoughts about what worked (or what didn't) with my art work.
It has changed the way that I work in ways that I didn't think were possible. I am much more thoughtful my work (and life) on an overall basis.
I do not paint, collage or keep photos in it. That's a separate animal. I do, however, keep stickers, ticket stubs, and ephemera from gathered from art museums or events in there.
I order two at a time when I buy them direct from the company. I have tried Traveler's Notebooks and other journals and this is my favorite of the bunch.
I know that many artists over the years have done the same but I got the idea after reading Jack Whitten's gem, Notes from the Woodshed. (I can't say enough about Whitten or the book!)
What about you? Do you keep anything similar?
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The subject of keeping a Studio Journal/Art Planner/Diary/Sketchbook is just one of the many things I'm going to be covering in my ongoing The Art Life Workshop. As I keep saying, I have ideas.... lots and lots of ideas to share...
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