Comments on: Art Journal Doesn’t Have to Be Perfect

By: saundra weed

saundra weed — Thu, 10 Sep 2015 16:16:29 +0000

You are so inspiring! I keep forgetting a journal is for capturing thoughts and ideas………and feelings. ( Not finished , exhibit ready, art work) What a difference that makes in finding JOY in my artwork. Your class was amazing .

By: Päivi

Päivi — Mon, 07 Sep 2015 12:49:11 +0000

In reply to joanne. Thank you, Joanne!!

By: Päivi

Päivi — Mon, 07 Sep 2015 12:49:00 +0000

In reply to Molly. Molly, I believe that analytical thinking belongs to the art making but it is important to learn ways to channel that so that it will become beneficial and that we can feel free and show liberated lines too. That theme is a lot in focus at Inspirational Drawing. (And for those who struggle with warped pages: For many it is easier to start with simple supplies like colored pencils as they don't have the unpredictability of painted layers.)

By: Päivi

Päivi — Mon, 07 Sep 2015 12:44:17 +0000

In reply to Sue. Thanks, Sue! I just talked with a fellow artist and we agreed that many fears will disappear by just starting. We often learn more by doing and I hope that my blog and my classes will make creating a habit that will bring more and more joy and satisfaction!

By: Päivi

Päivi — Mon, 07 Sep 2015 12:42:13 +0000

In reply to Sue Fujii. Thanks so much for the feedback, Sue! Great to hear that you enjoyed the bag and the postcards!

By: Päivi

Päivi — Mon, 07 Sep 2015 12:40:55 +0000

In reply to Lynda. Thank you Lynda, exactly - I will each you!

By: joanne

joanne — Sun, 06 Sep 2015 23:37:28 +0000

absolutely beautiful

By: Molly

Molly — Sun, 06 Sep 2015 15:44:30 +0000

I just asked about this! I am frozen! My pages are so sticky, takes forever to dry and then the pages warp. I believe this us part if my perfectionism! I always feel like i am doing something wrong! Belueve me, i do not imagine pages like yours although i certainly live yhem!

By: Sue

Sue — Sun, 06 Sep 2015 15:27:52 +0000

That is just it, fear of that blank page and I’m sure all of us experience that, especially us that are just beginning this wonderfully creative journey.
Lovely inspiration! Lovely pages of colour! Works of art. Thank you for sharing this with all of us, it helps.

By: Sue Fujii

Sue Fujii — Sun, 06 Sep 2015 14:50:32 +0000

Good Morning, Paivi…I love the video of your artwork. Thank you for sharing!
I received my order from you and wanted to write a review but didn’t know how to do it on your blog. The Folk Bag I ordered from your Etsy shop was all that I hoped it would be….beautifully made and exactly what I wanted in knitting, crocheting and fabric work. Your postcards are so high quality and colorful and so YOU…love them. Thank you again for keeping me inspired to keep creating. Have a wonderful day! Hugs

By: Lynda

Lynda — Sun, 06 Sep 2015 14:36:32 +0000

I’m so glad that I took a few minutes to watch this video. I’m amazed and the design, the colors, the creativity. This journal is truly lovely and inspiring. My immediate thought was, “Well, I wouldn’t ever be able to do this — ever.” But then my positive, smiling self said, “Lynda, that’s why you want to take this class, she is going to teach you.” Thanks for sharing your skills, talent and love of journaling.

By: Päivi

Päivi — Mon, 31 Aug 2015 07:14:28 +0000

Thanks, Valerie!