How to start an art journal as a beginner (and stick to it!)

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How to start an art journal in 2024 (and stick to it!)
Have you ever wanted to start an art journal but felt intimidated? You're not alone! In this video, I'll explore art journaling and show you how easy it is to get started. I'll also bust four common myths about journaling and my practical tips and advice, perfect for beginners!
All the info about Junk Journal January: • JUNK JOURNAL JANUARY 2...
00:00 Start an art journal
00:37 How to make time for art journaling
04:25 What supplies do you actually need?
07:24 Finding your style and inspiration
10:17 Tips for the blank page fear
14:55 Join a creative challenge!
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@DaisyMaeMoses 4 месяца назад

I have the time since I retired 8 years ago and began art journaling. The moment I sit down to do some art journaling, I don’t get up the rest of the day and nothing else gets done. No cooking, no house cleaning, no shopping, no exercising, no appointment. I don’t even go outside to get the mail. I am annoyed at any interruption to my art journaling. I’m totally mesmerized and in a hypnotic art trance. I don’t think any of this is a bad thing.

@lisasremnant 4 месяца назад

The same thing happens with me. 😅

@jhildebrand7447 4 месяца назад

Same

@nattie3x 4 месяца назад

This is me as well. I sometimes even forget to eat lol.

@debbiebreen6276 3 месяца назад

OMG..I do the same as you, once I'm sitting comfy everything else going on in my house doesn't exist. The mail and the washing up can wait. It does put you into trance and it just relaxes me.

@kinimon6136 2 месяца назад

Time just melts away.

@marilynmccormick3731 5 месяцев назад

I think one helpful tip is occassionally do some prep work as your art time. Maybe gesso a few pages one day so they are "ready to use". Or go through a few magazines and tear out whole pages containing pictures you like from magazines for a collage. On another day, go through the selected pages and tear out the photos from the pages. These activities can be done while drinking coffee or tea, and when you have a bit more time to do art, you will be able to get to it more easily with step 1 already done.

@MsArtistwannabe 5 месяцев назад

When I started art journaling I discovered I liked to do it first thing in the morning. I started getting up much earlier in the morning to make the time. It’s fourteen years now.

@pathepburn9900 3 месяца назад

I'm 70, and have just got hooked on journaling/ decoupage, and as you say, it looks like it can be expensive if you buy all the gizmo's. So, iv'e decided to mix and match. Lol.. Thanks for the info in your video, it has really helped me. 🙂💜💐🇬🇧

@nuvoclassic Месяц назад

I'm not an AJ 'beginner' - but your video is inspirational and helpful for old geezers/journalers like me too! P.S. I LOVE 'the blank page' - my secrets are washi tape and stream of consciousness scribbling! I also start all of my journals on the last page and work back of journal to front! For store bought journals, I buy wire-bound books - and tie on 10 or more 7" skinny ribbons on each coil.... Then I can fondle the spine while I create pages. 🙂

@sherylwickenheiser2582 5 месяцев назад

Love the bit about using what you have. Sometimes being limited makes you be more creative. Thanks. Happy New Year!

@ChantelleArts 5 месяцев назад

I love that you're using a vintage book to journal, it's a great idea to start with a pretty base rather than a blank page! awesome tips 😊

@saltydinonuggies1841 4 месяца назад

This is a great video! Regular journaling doesn’t work for me because I’ve had a lot of people go through my journals and use it against me. It seems this year I’m trying to take better care of myself and art is a massive passion so I may as well at least try and different way to journal! I’m drawing daily anyways.

@MaAllen417 4 месяца назад

When I art journal or mixed media journal I write first. Blank page you can scribble write, use a water color pencil etc.. then I use gesso and layer over or collage over so It isn't anyone's business what I wrote. One way I love is overwriting with large curly words start at the top and go over and over it. If you use water color pencils to journal then the gesso activates the watercolor and it makes for a non-white back ground.

@DaisyMaeMoses 4 месяца назад

I use pictures of birds and flowers to populate my journals. I never write in my journals unless it is to name the bird, animal or flower. I thought this through and I knew it would go against me if I wrote real thoughts and feelings so I stick with the fluff.

@flamingo.and.co.26 5 месяцев назад

I asked for a small watercolor pallette and a few brushes for Christmas. Things I am not sure I will use a lot nor buy for myself

@calvinguile1315 Месяц назад

Supplies can be cheap, I search dollar stores, junk mail, water colors, markers etc. the more you get into it, the more you’ll collect. It’s all about your creativity, I started out with collage❤

@carmenortiz5294 4 месяца назад

I am so glad I ran into this video. I volunteer in a small art center in the US. Started with one day, now two. I'm almost 77 done art on and off. I'm also donating money to add programs, the first one: Art Journaling for Senior Citizens. Taking into account the two girls who are actual employees are young enough to be my grand daughters, guess who was elected to give the class. I checked other sites and this is my favorite, simple and no need to be a expert. I'm be watching plenty of your videos now before my first class starts in three weeks. I do have plenty of items, I just buy not use. Which one next?

@megjournals 4 месяца назад

Good luck with your classes!!

@carmenortiz5294 4 месяца назад

@@megjournals Thanks you I going to need all the good luck I can get. lol

@happydays2516 28 дней назад

Hi Meg, new to art journaling and have watched a fair few channels on here but just love yours 😊👏🏻🤗✏️👩‍🎨📝. Subscribed and looking forward to learning a lot from you, so thank you, Jan 😊x

@nomadamarina4050 Месяц назад

I do mu journal imperfect. I do what i want, if its not cute, i dont care, just writing or drawing relax my soul everyday uwu

@cricutologist32820 5 месяцев назад

Great advice Meg! You are very inspiring! I’m So excited for Junk Journal January!!!! Thanks for sharing your page with us! It’s so beautiful!

@pyenygren2299 4 месяца назад

1:52 Yes! Prepare a few things is important.

@PixieKDesigns 5 месяцев назад

Such good advice and tips. Thanks Meg ❤️

@dorisandujar8277 3 месяца назад

As a new subscriber and someone just entering into junk journaling I appreciate all of these tips. Thank you.

@amydillardGypsySoul 5 месяцев назад

So pretty, Meg. I can't wait for the challenge in January!

@allieeverett9017 4 месяца назад

Wonderfully encouraging! Beautiful work...thank you.

@wendywraight5788 5 месяцев назад

Your work is fabulous and your presentation style is soooooooo refreshing. Thank you!

@suev4143 4 месяца назад

So many ideas, thank you for sharing so generously.

@halloweengiraffe 5 месяцев назад

I haven't added to my art journal for a few weeks and this has definitely inspired me. Thank you!

@lucyfanning7496 5 месяцев назад

Great advice. Love your page. I will be participating in junk journal January.

@ChristinasPaperCreations 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for the video. Definitely does help

@jeanneblondewomanstamping9788 5 месяцев назад

Beautiful page spread and lovely pep talk about sticking with an art journal. Thanks so much. ☺️☺️☺️

@DanielleBatog 5 месяцев назад

Wonderful encouragement and very helpful tips👍❤️

@jessicasmith4532 5 месяцев назад

Like your reassuring videos re getting into creativity. It's really useful!

@cdavis412 4 месяца назад

Encouraging the process as you continue working is a super way to teach!

@millennialscribbles 5 месяцев назад

These are great tips thanks for sharing 💚

@lericamims 4 месяца назад

I love your work!

@tonifrancis6945 5 месяцев назад

This is all such good advice, and very encouraging. Thank you.

@labgirlreed 5 месяцев назад

Love the idea of monthly topics😊

@sofie3154 5 месяцев назад

This was such an inspiring video. Thanks for sharing.

@rhodarapp3795 4 месяца назад

Love the advice. New to making journals.

@Allisonstatman Месяц назад

Love this !!!!!!!

@annwoleben5439 5 месяцев назад

Very helpful - thank you!

@tripletgirl2484 5 месяцев назад

Very helpful, thanks!

@siyonatheres 3 месяца назад

I like using pressed flowers... So beautiful

@irenehook9722 4 месяца назад

I love this Meg, great advice. Fantastic for mental health too, with no pressure. For me it has changed my life! I think your channel is so creative, informative, inspirational and friendly. I try to craft a little most days, like you say, I’ve collages a small corner on a page. Stopped gone back next time and the collage has changed into something else, with each little bit I add! I love it!

@debzehr3244 5 месяцев назад

Thank you. 💖💖💖

@lericamims 4 месяца назад

I really love this Meg. I watched it twice I agree with you. I make it my intention to create art. It is my mindfulness. I create because it is very healing for me!

@poppykrause5857 5 месяцев назад

I can't wait for junk journal January to begin! 😊

@aletabartimmo1611 5 месяцев назад

Thank you, this video was both helpful and fun to watch. Is the first of yours I've seen and the idea of using a pre-existing book is wonderful! I have an old math reference book I think I'll be doing this with for the feel I want❤❤

@caynima 3 месяца назад

You have a cool mindset for journaling :) and I'm so in love with your old book used as art journal.

@seriouslycarla 4 месяца назад

Oufffff loved every second of this video ❤❤❤

@jillymck51 5 месяцев назад

Great video. Im new to all this and your myth busting was everything I needed. Thank you. Just subscribed!❤

@LizChadertonArt 4 месяца назад

Such a positive film!

@CristinaLaiASMR 5 месяцев назад

This is amazing

@KonjikiKonjiki 2 месяца назад

I am determined to get proficient at using my stash. I love working with colour, but find it exhausting to select and match them. Two references are really making a difference for me: Swatch This! book, and a small collection of Pantone chips of sets of four colours. I love making the most of a limited palette, both of those books are geared towards just that.

@glendadyar8975 5 месяцев назад

Fabulous artist!

@starlasell5698 5 месяцев назад

Beautiful ❤

@emilyrogers3271 5 месяцев назад

Loved this video! I hope to find a bit of time to participate in your Jan challenge. Tfs.

@mykidsm0m 4 месяца назад

First time on, loving the content and points youve made. Yiu have a new subscriber.❤

@user-jx6tr1cd5l 5 месяцев назад

Your page is (as always) a work of art. You create so effortlessly!!! I simply can't wait to get started on Junk Journal July!!!

@user-jx6tr1cd5l 5 месяцев назад

ughhhhh i meant Junk Journal JANUARY!!!! LOL!!!!

@ExiArts_HristoHvoynev 3 месяца назад

Your journaling is pretty! ❤❤❤❤

@arcana_mystery 4 месяца назад

Thank you. I show some art journals on my channel.

@420MILEHIGHCLUB-bw5lb 4 месяца назад

Cool!!

@tinasteinborner7786 4 месяца назад

Love the tips! The only other tip os buying what you can afford. Sometimes buying cheaper to start, especially seeing what works for you means cheaper products. Buy the better quality when you can. A great spread

@Loretta_C 4 месяца назад

Figure out why do you like what you like. I absolutely love this. My creative journey has been stifled by my recent move and I miss that part of my life. Your wonderful video and words came at the perfect time and I thank you with all my heart for that!

@suev4143 4 месяца назад

Please don't be discouraged. Grab a piece of copy paper or the back of an envelope, a pen or pencil, and play. I stopped being creative for similar reasons and regretted it, and finally re-found my creativity.

@emilyhird2332 5 месяцев назад

Fab video thank you ❤Louise and Emily

@cynthiaakacyndsmith6539 5 месяцев назад

I see a blank page and it gets me excited, I can hardly wait to do something with it.

@PhoebesWorldProductions 5 месяцев назад

*nods*. This is a GREAT video. I agree with pretty much everything you were saying. 😃👍 Except, that I personally find it harder to create if the page already has something on it.... The Blank Page is better for me. But I still agree with the things you were saying for those who DO "Fear the blank page".

@taniasmith9135 4 месяца назад

Wow I love the page you have done. I'm from New Zealand 🇳🇿 and wanting to get started with this sort of thing

@CathSheard 4 месяца назад

Hi fellow Kiwi

@JGalegria 4 месяца назад

I think you mean "misconceptions" not myths and most of ths video is just about confidence. You're right, lot's of people probably start a journal and then put it aside for years before finding it later, but thinking you don't have enough time, skill or talent is a self belief or an excuse as is not having art supplies and the assumption or misconception is that journalng requires time and dedication and/or special materials or skills etc.. A myth is a lot bigger than a misconception. I just don't think journalng has reached mythic proportions in the world 😂 🌀💙💜🙏

@claudiaceva3025 4 месяца назад

This was a great video to stumble upon because I'm planning on starting my art junk journal journey soon! If I may ask, what was the last set of things you were sticking on near the end? I tried to slow down the video to see the front of the booklet they came from, but all I was able to make out was the word "stickers."

@cynthiaakacyndsmith6539 4 месяца назад

This isn so very amazing and informative.

@willareeneacealbertini975 4 месяца назад

Sounds great on my phone.

@sandrawheeler2295 4 месяца назад

This was so inspiring. Every time I go on holiday, I have great intentions to do this, but I always end up with the collected ephemera stuffed in a journal with the intention of "doing it later". We are off to France in three weeks and I WILL MAKE A TRAVEL JOURNAL!!! You make it look so easy and so achievable...who knew envelopes and serviettes could be so damn handy!! Cannot wait to see the flip through!! 🤗😊

@megjournals 4 месяца назад

Thank you!!! Enjoy your trip. You might enjoy another creator here - Jane the crazy, she does lots of travel stuff 🥰

@sandrawheeler2295 4 месяца назад

@@megjournals Oh dear, I'm a little embarrassed because my comments were meant for another channel I subscribe to. I really do appreciate your kind response, given that you probably have no idea what I was talking about 😅Fortunately, my mistake lead me to discovering your channel, which I've subscribed to and now have lots of inspiring new videos to watch. Winning! 🤗💖

@nancyfoley8198 Месяц назад

Hi Meg. I enjoy your videos and books. Have you ever thought of authoring a book using the dialogs and photos from each of your videos? It would be fun to "pull you off" my shelf!!

@megjournals Месяц назад

Maybe one day!🤗

@cjalto1265 4 месяца назад

Where did you get the rub-ons?

@maikeannamohr2119 2 месяца назад

😍😍😍

@amybunner1158 5 месяцев назад

I love your kitty mug!!! Where did you get it from?

@megjournals 5 месяцев назад

Thank you! It's from B&M if you're in the UK☺️

@carolbeeding4270 5 месяцев назад

😍❤️

@maryannwahba8015 5 месяцев назад

What was the white marker/pen that you circled with? Thank you!

@megjournals 5 месяцев назад

A paint pen :)

@amyb82941 4 месяца назад

💜💜💜

@stacikspencer 5 месяцев назад

Do you do daily prompts for other months besides January and July for those of us who need a daily prompt every day of the year?

@megjournals 5 месяцев назад

I'm afraid not! But there are lots of fab ones out there :)

@smf1104 4 месяца назад

What book are you journaling in? I love the size!!

@mom2triplets04 5 месяцев назад

What are you storing your rub ons in? Is it a 4 x 6 photo thing? I so need to get mine organized as they are all over the place.

@megjournals 5 месяцев назад

Yes pretty much! It’s by MU but a photo album would do the same job! 😊

@mom2triplets04 5 месяцев назад

Are you using a regular pen to rub on the images or is that a special tool? I'm always misplacing the popsicle stick.

@megjournals 5 месяцев назад

Yeah just the end of a pen lol, nothing fancy! 🤣

@carrissaoliver7766 2 месяца назад

What are those sticker like things that you rubbed onto the page called?

@megjournals 2 месяца назад

They’re called rub ons! I like the brand MU but there are lots out there :)

@AzaleaLuna 5 месяцев назад

Is it just me or is the sound really low on this video. I've turned everything up and I'm on a PC with a headset. I wanted to let you know in case you need to fix it. Love your videos.

@megjournals 5 месяцев назад

It seems ok for me!

@annharper8342 5 месяцев назад

Was fine for me , maybe you have a head jack connection issue❤

@moonlampje79 5 месяцев назад

Fine for me too

@pixelzebra8440 5 месяцев назад

I literally just turned up my sound before I read this. They might just need to turn up the sound in editing

@naureenscreativecorner7354 5 месяцев назад

Fine with my headphones as well

@mariepemberton6750 5 месяцев назад

Hello New to this

@megjournals 5 месяцев назад

Yay, thanks for stopping by! Hope you have fun with the challenge :)

@eileenhoney6426 4 месяца назад

No sound issues on my iPad

@Idagramos 6 дней назад

I love your video but I could hardly hear you even when I raised the volume on my laptop to the max and the video itself. Perhaps you could speak closer into your mic. Thanks!

@yasmingeorge5173 4 месяца назад

It stressed me out watching you stick things in that nice old book 😲

@megjournals 4 месяца назад

Sorry!

@julesm9081 5 месяцев назад

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@peteruk65 4 месяца назад

I’ve done this with mash, baked beans and red sauce…looked a mess too, but at least it tasted great - no idea what he/she is trying to achieve?

@megjournals 4 месяца назад

I don’t think you’ve got the right video! 😅

@janearthur5934 5 месяцев назад

I am on tablet wiith sound full blast and i have no headphones

@CathSheard 4 месяца назад

Great tips, but oh my, your brushes are so clean; mine are a great deal less well cared for 🙄

@megjournals 4 месяца назад

It’s because they’re new! 😅🤭

@user-pj8qh8yp7o 4 месяца назад

It's not a library journal from a beautiful fantasy world

@janearthur5934 5 месяцев назад

Its nnot you I can barely hear her either.

@Mallari2012 4 месяца назад

Боюсь, что для меня это не выглядит творчеством. Уничтожение книги перечёркивает весть потенциальный психотерапевтический эффект от разрывания и хаотичного наклеивания бумажек😅.