~Art Journal Challenge Blog~ My Gesso Entry~

http://gesso-dragon.blogspot.com/

~Art Journal Challenge Blog~ My Gesso Entry~

Our Challenge this week was to use Gesso and make a textured background using Gesso. Here's the start of my background. I used Gesso and Burnt Umber to try and show detail of my texture.

I then added some more texture with papers and such. Adding different colors such as Burnt Sienna, Raw Sienna and more Gesso. I stopped here because I could see images in the background. And for those who are new to reading me. I've always found images in things I look at. Anything from clouds to ceilings I find some sort of images. This has always been my way and I am drawn to this type of creating.

I then outlined my images to bring them forth for others to see. Granted I am happy with how the images turned out right now. I'm not sure I want to paint them in as I usually do. I like how the texture shows in each of my images. Believe it or not this picture is way outta my league because it seems sort of Prehistoric type picture. I'm far from a fan of Prehistoric anything. lol Like I said I have no control over what images jump out at me.

I do enjoy doing these challenges each week. Ok, it's only our second challenge but hey! it's fun! Why not stop by and see Ky at the link above and join in on the fun with me?
If I decide to change my mind and do more with my image I'll post an update on it for ya to see.

If ya happen to join in the Challenges tell Ky Poe sentcha!

~Art Journal Challenge Blog My Entry~

~Art Journal Challenge Blog My Entry~

http://gesso-dragon.blogspot.com/

In my last entry I mentioned an Art Journal Challenge. The above link is where ya can join in on the fun. This weeks prompt was to create a journal page from

http://www.dirtyfootprints-studio.com/2010/07/30-journals-30-days-you.html

I personally had a hard time choosing who do to my journal page on.

Then I decided on Leslie Herger from http://artjournaling.ning.com/

My reason was simple. I had created my own journal based on her instructions from her UStream. http://www.ustream.tv/user/lessherger

Her instructions were quite clear and simple to follow. Now my art journaling is kind of limited since I work 10 hour days 7 days a week. So I used what I had available to me. I had to upload two images because my scanner couldn't handle the whole page. I basically did what Leslie said to do. That was Practice, scribble, and Keep at it. I drew what popped in my head and there ya have my page. No it's not all adorable like other journal pages. But it's MINE! It's my practice page, A page to, as Leslie says "Wake Up My Mind!" Some of the images were what I found in the background of paint. I just brought them out more. Others were mostly doodles I've done since I was lil. All in all it was a nice page to create. To not worry over being perfect. To show others not everything ya create has to make sense.

All that matters is that YOU CREATE!

~Art Journal Challenge~

~Art Journal Challenge~

http://gesso-dragon.blogspot.com/

Ya need some inspiration? Want to have some fun? Why not join in on a Journal Challenge?

Each week ya'll be given a Theme, Technique, Word Prompt etc...

Ya then to create in your fashion ya version of the Challenge given. Sounds like fun huh? Well I can assure ya it is!

Once she gives ya the prompt ya have a week to complete it. Then go over to her blog and add ya link from ya blog, Flicker, or Facebook page so she can see the picture of ya journal challenge. She will then add ya name to the others and when the week is up she'll draw a winner! Easy peasy to me! There's no other rules except when she posts the prompt. One week to create a piece of art and who couldn't use a week or even some helpful creative ideas?

This weeks Challenge is already set up on her blog, use the link above to check it out.

This Challenge ends Saturday August 7th at 7pm. So what are waiting for? Ya know ya want to do it. POE knows ya want to join in on the fun!

The prize for this week is a set of exclusive, lucious red rubber Ipitty by Unity Stamp Set it's a $21.00 value.

Winner will be announced on Sunday August 8th, when the new challenge is posted.

So quit reading this & go join in on the fun, I can't wait to see what ya've created. While ya there tell her Poe sentcha.

~Blog Giveaway From Being Mara Spires~

~Blog Giveaway From Mara Spires~

http://www.maraspires.com

http://www.maraspires.com/2010/08/giveaway-alert-signed-copy-of-doodle.html

A chance to win~

Doodle Diary:Art Journaling For Girls

By:Dawn Devries Sokol

To enter ya must follow Mara's Blog and Ya must leave a comment.

Winner will be chosen Sunday August 8th, 2010

Tell her Poe sentcha and let me know if ya win.

Mara has a huge heart, and wanted to share her excitement over Doodle Diary. Please visit her blog via the link above. Enter ya chance to win the book and stay and visit her blog.

Ya know ya want to check out the juicy goodness in this book. Dawn shows ya how to set ya mind free and create some awesome art.

Ya can also visit Dawn's Blog at

http://www.d.blogala.com

See for yaself what wonderful gals Mara & Dawn are. I know I'm blessed to know them!

~Blog Giveaway From Mixed Grill Favorites~

~Blog Giveaway From Mixed Grill Favorites~

http://lantier.org/2010/08/blog-giveaway/

I'm not sure about you, But I would love the chance to win these goodies from Cindy!

Why not hop over to her new Blog and enter ya chance to win them?

Here's what she's offering:

A box of Portfolio Series Water Soluable Oil Pastels (24 pack)

A tin of (10) Caran d'Ache Neocolor II Water Soluable Wax Pastels (Crayons)

Several sheets of book text. (Ideal for Mixed Media Collage)

Her rules are clearly defined on the link above. Stop by & wish her "Happy Good Blogging" on her new website. Entries end August 8,2010 PST (Sunday) Winner will be announced Monday August 9, 2010 If ya the lucky winner ya'll have one week to send her ya snail mail address.

Good luck!

~30 Journals 30 Days: Poetic Dreams~

http://www.dirtyfootprints-studio.com/

~30 Journals 30 Days: Poetic Dreams~

How Long have you been Art Journaling?

I've been journaling since I can remember. I started with an old noteboook,

I mainly drew pictures and added my poetry.

How has Art Journaling impacted, changed, or enhanced your life?

Art Journaling was my saving grace, from the daily abuse I endured as a child. I was free to express myself through the Poetry and Art I created. My Art Journal was magic to me. I would lock myself away and be so engrossed in what I was doing, that the ugliness which was my life faded with every color or word I put into my journal.

My journal kept so many secrets about my abuse that it became my one constant friend. By dumping my emotions on the clean white pages, it helped me see that I could become more then just a victim of the many abuses I endured.

My life has been blessed by the many artists I've come to know and love. Sharing from our hearts what we create gives me an opportunity to keep growing as an artist.

What are a few of your favorite Art Journaling materials?

I consider myself an "Eco-Artist" (my word for junk/garbage artist) I tend to use what I have around me. Anything from cardboard to a gum wrapper. I would say Gesso is one material I do use alot of. Oil Pastels are another fave, as well as lots of cardboard.

Who are some of your favorite Art Journalers?

WOW! That list long and special for sure! I adore each of the following artists for various reasons. Each one is unique as is their artistic style. I'm sure I'm going to forget someone and I apologize if I missed you.

Ruby Claire~ http://rubyclaire.blogspot.com/

Gary Reef~ http://www.garyreef.com/

Willowing ~http://www.willowing.org/

Leslie Herger~ http://comfortableshoesstudio.com/

Eveline Timeless~ http://eveline-timeless.blogspot.com/

Jonathan "Blade" Manning The Artistic Biker~ http://www.artisticbiker.com/

"Rhomany" Klair Scattergood~ http://rhomany.org.uk/

Mystele Kirkeeng~ http://www.mystele.com/

Mara Spires~ http://www.maraspires.com/

Goddess Leonie Allan~ http://www.goddessguidebook.com/

Rice Freeman-Zachery~ http://voodoonotes.blogspot.com/

Connie Hozvicka~ http://www.dirtyfootprints-studio.com/

Julie Prichard~ http://www.julieprichard.com/

Katie Lynn~http://www.dreamwishplay.blogspot.com/

Violette~ http://freakflag.ca/

Sunny Crittenden~ http://www.sunnycrittenden.com/

Marylin Houle~ http://marylinhoule.blogspot.com/

Samantha Kira~ http://www.journalgirl.com/

What kind words of encouragement would you say to an Art Journal newbie?

You may be tempted to destroy your journals one day. PLEASE, PLEASE don't do it! Every piece in your journal is an example of how far you've grown. You may not like some of your work, but learn from it. If you used colored pencils and you think oil pastels would've worked better, then do your next entry in oil pastels. Don't be afraid to try new things. If you feel the need to add a used gum wrapper, then by all means add a gum wrapper! There is no wrong or right way to Art Journal. Don't let ANYONE (that includes me) make you feel less of an artist. We all have different styles of creating.

The most important thing to remember is YOU are an artist, because YOU create!

Where can we contact you... Give us some link Love!!

Twitter~ http://twitter.com/PoeticDreams

UStream~ http://www.ustream.tv/user/PoeticDreams

FaceBook~ http://www.facebook.com/PoeticDreams

Blog~ http://lillovecreations.blogspot.com/

Email~ POETICDREAMS@COX.NET

Short Bio:

Poetic Dreams also affectionally known as Poe by those who love her.

Just an artist sharing her love of Art and Poetry with the world. A fantastic journey through words and color.

~WishCasting Wednesday~Fun

Wishcasting Wednesday~What Fun Do You Wish To Have?

I've always said "I'm a female version of Peter Pan", Never wanting to fully grow up always wanting to have fun. I'm a believer that life is too short to be stressed out by the day to day responsibilites we have forced upon us. I try to fit in laughter and a good time wherever possible.

My wish to have fun is being able to create more art. Right now working non-stop till September (no days off) 6th is putting a damper on my creating art the way I'd wish to. Working the pool does have it's advantages. I can have fun with my family and make wonderful memories.

I wish to be able to create fun by remembering what brings me joy and makes my spirit soar. From cloud watching, to splashing in the pool. I will create fun wherever I am. Who knows tomorrow I just might blow bubbles or make funny faces at the car next to me. Mind ya I'll be at a red light when I do this. lol