I am so excited to share my love for journal making! When I was studying abroad with a group of talented artists, I decided to make journaling a priority in my life. For me, processing on a page is enormously helpful, but it’s when I go back and re-read what I have written in weeks, months, and years gone by that I benefit the most.
Early on in my little “committed-journaler” lifestyle, I discovered that when the pages aren’t pretty, I don’t really have any desire to look at them again! (Silly, I know, but it’s true!) On the other hand, if they’re aesthetically pleasing, I love to spend time browsing the pages of the past, each one whispering to me a taste of what that season of life held. It’s refreshing. Humbling. Convicting. Insightful.
My journals have become such a part of my life that when I was working on brand development for my new business, I turned to them for inspiration. I noticed all the different shades of brown and almond throughout them, and the treasured leaves I had collected and included in the pages. Eventually, in my pages and pages of brainstorming names, “Almond Leaf Studios” stuck … and I haven’t regretted it for one moment.
And now I get to teach classes about what I love!
In March, I will be teaching journal making and painting at Implexus! I can hardly wait to share the craft of handmade journals and the art of investing time, energy, and beauty in something that feeds the heart and soul.
If you live in the Charlotte area and are interested in learning journal-making and/or painting, contact Deanna at Implexus to sign up! There’s a limited number of spaces (only 6!) in each class and registration will close a week before classes begin, so sign up quick and help spread the word! Be sure to check out Deanna’s amazing work, too! She’s talented!
A little taste of my journaling life …
by eliz
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