BREAK all the RULES and paint these EASY BEGINNERS’ cats project - YOU’LL love doing this one!
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I recently started coming across your videos because they were suggested to me. I am an artist and love to draw (and most recently ) watercolor people and especially cats. I saw the way you painted cats in this video and it really inspired me to use this technique and then build off of it to create my own kind of kitties... I love listening to your calm voice and how relaxing your videos are to watch. I also love how you made a comment either in this video or another - of how there is already so much "real" stuff that we see in real life - so it is good to have fun and create things that aren't real.... And we need that escapism in our real lives...Because real life can be tough and stressful at times -For many of us - art is our escape (myself included)... So thank you for saying that...and thank you for your whimsical work - it is such an inspiration to me and I just love your style... I have added your style along with Jane Davenport and Tara Laporte along into my art inspirations - Keep on doing what you are doing. You are a joy to watch.
I just had SO MUCH fun doing this. Started out stressed out, kept going, ended up with four just delightful and happy cats. Five if you count me. What a wonderful pastime and so relaxing and therapeutic; I will be returning to this often. Thank you so much!!
Diane, these are brilliant! And thank you so much for the cat face tutorial! I love the way you break things down for us.
I'm with you on the ripping up of beloved books for junk journaling.
I feel like A junk journal is like a memory book to me. I love nature and I am always picking up some bit of something along my path and it’s a lovely place to put these things in. Perhaps feathers from your chickens and pressed flowers from your garden and a postcard with a lovely painting on it. You should give it a go and try putting it on your channel once a week. I think that would be great! Have fun
What a fabulous idea Debra! I too am always picking up feathers and odds and ends. I must get round to pressing some flowers. Pansies come to mind! And I am going to think about the idea of doing the junk journal as part of the channel offerings. It fits in perfectly with everything that interests me. Thanks very much for the support, I really appreciate it xxx
I thank you for sharing your way of drawing a cat. I think it is wonderful. I paint along everyday - and get such great inspiration from you. When you asked about the junk journalling and where to get books - I had the same question - I asked a junk journalling artist & he said he gets his books from Thrift shops - then he doesn't feel bad about tearing them up. He also does painting on sheet music - and he said he gets that from thrift stores as well when he can.
These are adorable too ❣️
Your so good at coming up with the cutest little animals to paint 🎨
Thank you 😊
Oh thanks Colette! So glad you enjoy them, makes the effort worthwhile!!!
Love these cats, and I’m learning so much from your videos.
I do make junk journals… I write in them, add in little bits of ephemera, such as my theatre tickets, receipts from museum entry, bus tickets, etc. I always put in drawing paper, sometimes a gusseted pocket to hold a couple pencils. Watercolor paper would be lovely. As far as tearing apart a book… I use a lot of aged textbooks, many outdated. Magazine pages, sometimes gessoed over, and lined paper, graph paper, tabulation paper… they all lend themselves to different ways to express myself, either in words or in drawings, or in images I have found interesting. I put in photos I have taken, as well as cut out images from magazines that may inspire future art.
I can imagine your junk journal containing lots of whimsical sketches, along with things that inspire you. You don’t have to include book pages, as there are no rules what HAS to go in a junk journal.
Hi Elisabeth and thanks so much for your interesting message. I'm beginning to get the feel for what a junk journal is now. It seems to me to be a combination of lots of ideas - a mixture of bookbinding a scrapbook/photo album/sketchbook incorporating decoupage, collage and needlework and filled with 2D memorabilia - in other words all the crafts I have enjoyed over the years combined into one project! What fun. I shall have to start making one immediately!! Thanks so much again for your input, much appreciated!
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Hi Diane, loved this and I'll give it a go. Back o a few of your questions. I'm an English tutor to primary school kids and they do love to colour in. At times there is a drawing exercise to complement thier learning such as draw a snowman under a rainbow wearing a bowtie. They always love to do these and are very happy when I bring the pencils for them to colour in! I love it too...and draw on the board too!!!
As for the junk journaling (or journaling) I had the same question ( what do you do with all the journals you make? I was watching a TH-cam on that yesterday (The Unexpected Gypsy) She said one thing she does or we can do is write, draw, paste our dreams...visualise it...and they will happen. Kind of like a prayer I guess. Anyhow that part of it seemed to make sense to me. Perhaps it's also as a keepsake for family to rummage through when were gone? Anyhow I'm not sure I could put hours of effort into it.....I do have a writing journal that I write in from time to time...not often...just more things I think are significant to me. Dreams I have, poems, happenings etc.
Thanks again for all your lovely ideas! xx
I just love these two kitty cats! They look so joyful and playful. This whimsical painting I really enjoy a lot and I hope you keep doing it. I’ve tried several times and haven’t been able to until I watched your video! I also love your ceramic palette. Thank you so much for this beautiful painting, you inspire me so much to keep on keeping on 🎨💜
Hi Tamy, It’s very important to keep on painting! Glad you are feeling more inspired, and yes I have no plans to stop with the whimsy! In fact I think it might take over completely if I’m not careful!
Not only is all of your artwork magnificent but, I could listen to your teachings and stories for hours. Thank you bringing so much goodness into my life. 🎨🖌🦜🐈🖼
Wow, thank you, that's so kind. I'm so happy that you have found the videos so enriching, really kind of you to say this. Best wishes xxx
What gorgeous whimsical catsicles, absolutely bursting with pride! Thank you Diane for inspiring me to get out my paints - took up watercolours when I broke an arm at the beginning of lockdown as it's one of the few things one can do single handedly, clay requiring at least three hands. So now I have paints, paper, brushes and the all-important inspiration in front of me ... here goes! Thank you!
Sorry to hear about your broken arm and I hope it's fully recovered now Susan. Glad you enjoyed this video and I hope you are happy with your creation!
I’ve learned so much while watching you paint. Very inspiring. ️ Thanks!
Wonderful…love these whimsical animals especially with mixed mediums…
Hi Diane, Thank you for this one!!! I love cats and I find them rather challenging to paint. BTW... Ussuri sable is real sable, although not as expensive as Kolinski, just an FYI because I was curious and looked it up.
I love these two kitties and i will definitely try my hand and see how they come out. I'm new to watercolor but am just having a blast, and often a big laugh at my efforts. You mentioned junk journaling and that was new to me until my daughter in law mentioned it one day and we started talking. Apparently, it's a type of self made "scrapbook" but one with various pockets made of, for instance, the return envelopes you typically toss, and other similar ways of holding things, It's like a three dimensional scrapbook, to hold various small things you treasure - ticket stubs to a fabulous concert, or invitations to weddings etc...no one way to make them - that's where your personal creativity comes in. Sounds fun but I'll probably not make one, too many other things going on right now.
Absolutely adorable! I don't have a cat but lots of my friends do and they would love these. I want to paint birthday cards from these. I'll paint a little party hat on them. You continue to inspire me Diane. Thank you.
Oh that’s a cute idea Carolyn!!!
That's just stunning, you make it look SO easy... and it's so simple it seems but so sophisticated when it call comes together! I haven't painted in years and you've inspired me to get the brushes and paints out.
Thanks so much 😊 so glad, have fun!
I’ve just come across this video and love the cat demo. You asked about junk journaling and as someone who enjoys making them I must first say that it’s not about ripping up your favorite books, its more about making art papers and binding them together into a journal form. True junk journals are made from recycled or “ throw away” type papers that are embellished with ephemera and any art you wish to make. They can be personal journals of art and can of course include writings as well. It’s a platform for creativity. You have probably already looked into this as its 6 months down the road but this is my experience.
Hi Donna, thanks so much for your interesting comments about junk journals. Since I made that video I have created a journal myself, using the instructions from the paper outpost channel. Pam is very good at showing and telling how to do these things. I wish I had more time to spend on it as it is a very gratifying occupation. I finished my first one, and now I am writing in it occasionally. I recently heard of a new take on this idea. People are starting to call them smash books. I think it’s basically the same thing but based on using a discarded book as the basis. I found it quite exciting to actually create the cover and the spine and to stitch together the pages. that seems to be more interesting to me. Anyway, I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos, hope you watch many more of my painting demos!
Fabulous fat kitties!! I love to junk journal! I have made 2 so far both based on a theme, so 1 is butterflies and the other birds! I find it very relaxing, tearing and sticking paper and making embellishments to fill them. I particularly like to make pockets and tuck spots to make them interactive. 2 very helpful people I follow are Camelia Designs and Joie de fi. Thank you for all your inspiration x
Ah, I haven't heard of Camelia Designs. I have watched Joie de Fi, thanks for the tips!
I so enjoy your painting style, and your videos 🙂 thank you! I've done a few whimsical creatures now -so liberating and a great way to paint when short on time. I have taken up your suggestion to paint during the day and embellish in the evening. 🙏🙏
Wonderful! So glad you are enjoying the little creatures!!!
The second one you did looks wonderfully like a rear view! This whole video is chocked full of answers to a lot of my problems !❤️
Glad it was helpful! "How to stop a cat looking like a dog?" !!!
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Lol, I loved it when you put water on the red pencil and exclaimed “wow!” Unexpected! I am intrigued by the junk journaling too.
Yes, the cat was suddenly wearing red Wellington boots! That might have been appropriate in some circumstances but I did feel it was a bit much for my whimsical cat!
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I was watching Two old Crows and Peg mention your channel , so very glad I popped over wonderful tutorial, and I like the way you encourage us to have a go. I will be doing just that and I’ll mention your wonderful Chanel. Iv been making journals for few years now , and I collect them from new crafter I have about 40 now, and believe it or not Diane I haven’t written in one lol. I just like to flick through what the crafters/artists creation. Everybody enjoys different lol 😂 x
Such cute kitties. They are so happy and sweet. I like the idea of creating space for doodling on while winding down in front of the tv at night.
Just watched this cat video and can't wait to try it later! I really love whimsical paintings and you have really captured that style. Thank you.
I just love your tutorials, Diane, and these whimsical cats are just adorable. Thank you so much. Take care. 🥰
Thank you so much, you too xxx
Thank you for your wonderful tutorials. I always enjoy watching.
I love this video! No surprise! I love them all! 🥰❤️😳
Thanks for the Kitties! I will work on them this afternoon after I do a bit of Junk Journalling. What do I do with junk journals? Make sure you include a lot of pockets and envelopes in the journal. Now go through the bottom of you handbags, and the junk drawer in the kitchen, the glove box in the car - you get the idea - and pull out any receipts,, candy wrappers, lists and notes. Either glue stick them on blank pages or just tuck them into a pocket in the journal. Also, I like printing out song lyrics on patterned paper and including the lyrics that are "calling to me" that day. You can fold them however you like and tuck them in. Actually, after you haven't looked at the journal for quite some time, you can slowly go through out and bring up a lot of memories. It's making art out of the mundane parts of your life. Enjoy!
Thanks so much Zhi for your tips. I shall print them out for my journal. No, seriously, I am going to do that, because your ideas are great. Here's one of mine - I used to keep folders with recipes I gathered from magazines, or typed out (on a typewriter) or was given by friends etc. I'm going to make a junk journal specially for those bits of paper, plus more. I think it'll be great. Meanwhile, I'm diving through photos, music, lyrics, poems - all sorts! Plus a big pile of paintings to cut up! Great hobby. Thanks so much!
Very cute pair of kitty's! I love the doodling with white pen, my jelly roll pen never seems to work,what is the best brand to use? Thanks for sharing❤
Patti, I found if you make sure the jell pen is warm, body temperature, and you use NO pressure at all, they work well. I ruined my first pens. I watched a video, where the lady said she sat on her pen to keep them warm. 😀 I had to smile with that tip. But you know, it works I tried it. 😏
Yes, I heard that too. Not the sitting bit but the no pressure bit. Remarkably hard to do, I tend to forget!
Oh I just love your Cats 🐈, they are gorgeous,,, I must have a go at this , you are so inspiration,,,, thank you,,,,xxxxxx 🥰🌷🌸
What a fun painting. I love watching you and listening to stories about your life. Thank you for sharing.
My pleasure 😊 I’m so glad you enjoy the videos!
❤ Awesome beautiful cats! I SO enjoyed watching you create these… and Diane, I totally agree with being upset with tearing apart books for craft purposes! Many of those books are really old and should be preserved, not torn apart! Using old hymn books and vintage books should never be used as a craft!
Thank you so much Katherine!
Junk journal is to take paper and reuse it by making a book. I've made them with pockets to hold letters I receive; I've used old paper from books I'd throw out to make a calender journal each year; I make spiritual journals or prayer journals, I truly enjoy making one with Journaling cards to write sayings my grand daughter said or did that amuses me.....the uses and embellishing are endless.
Love this painting can't wait to try it 😍 I think junk journal is like an art journal if you have a theme like nature inspired or vintage it just becomes a piece of artwork itself full of things that you love with maybe some journal memories or quotes 😊 and if you choose old books that are damaged and headed for landfill anyway what a wonderful way to give it a new purpose 😊 ❤️
So true! Since making that video I’ve put together my own junk journal and it was great fun! Thanks for your comments and support!
@Diane Antone Studio oooh would love to see the junk journal you did pleeeease 😊❤️
Really cool cats. 😍 love their embellishments. Devine!
Thanks Teresa!!!
So very pretty. I love the breastplate on the kitty. Did I hear you say Bobsey Twins? I have saved my books from 1958 that my mom gave me as Christmas gifts.
Yes you did! I used to go to the library and get them out to read when I was a little kid! Loved them. A youtube friend in the US sent me one from her childhood recently, so precious x
Thank you Diane. I am going on 84 in a few months and found you, what a wonder you are to watch and listen to. I have pulled out all my stash of art supplies and putting them all to good use again. You are my inspiration.
Wonderful! A Warm Welcome to the channel Toni, so glad you found us! Thank you for your kind words, and I wish you much pleasure from your neglected art stash!
@tonimastro636 - my grandmother took up painting around 70, after she had been widowed for many years, and had also become a Senior Companion for mentally and physically challenged people. She continued to expand her talents until after 94 yr old, when her eyesight began to falter. She quilted (by hand!) until very close to her departure, just 2 wks short of her 97th BD. I wish she had held on longer, to have been able to get into digital photography, as well as having her world expanded by the many artisans on TH-cam. You’re never too old to learn something new😁❣️
Just found your site today, Diane😊. Watercolors have always looked so easy to me, yet they never come out quite the way I envision them! Will see what you can teach me. Subscribed❣️Thank you for sharing your talents!
Cute, cute, cute embellished kitty cats!! They’re all decked out 😀
I love her necklace 😊 Fun!!! Hope your husband is recovering well!
I had to answer your question about junk journaling. It’s actually quiet fun coming up with all the ideas of pockets, tucks and beautiful designs. Yes you do make sure there’s always paper in there to write on, just little reminders or thoughts (like a normal journal minus the decorations. However, I’ve never used book pages….I do it with stencils, stamping and doodling. There are some beautiful papers to choose from so why use a book. Junk journals are probably not for everyone. I started junk journaling before I started to give watercolor painting a go 😊 I enjoy doing both. Let me know please if you do try it 😉
Hi Tamy, I am definitely keen to give it a try. It combines all the things I love - books, crafts, needlework, painting, everything! All I need is a bit of time. Maybe I can incorporate it into the channel videos, then I can steal the time! Watch this space xxxx
I so thoroughly enjoyed this!! I've watched 3 times now, all the way through. I've saved it as reference and will continue to do so. Thank you again so much! Love all things cats!!
Glad you enjoyed it! Really appreciate your support Carla!
Thanks, Diane. You always make me smile. Hope your husband is better and that you're doing well.
He's finally coming home tonight if I remember to go and fetch him! Thanks so much Linda!
lovely will be having a go at this thank you
This one is so much fun! I've always had cats and have wanted to paint them, but found it quite difficult. This one was a success, thanks to you! I find your videos very inspirational! I love hearing your animals in the background.
Thank you so much! So glad the kitties came out well!!! 😀
So fun! Love your relaxing, whimsical take on creating animals. Thank you!
You are so welcome!So glad you're enjoying them!
Hi diane I love your art work and think it,s great and a new thing for me I,very been struggling being a beginner since Christmas so thanks 🙂
Thanks so much, really appreciate your comment and good luck on the watercolor journey!
As far as junk journaling and books, I’ve been perplexed about that as well. But, I could buy books, from the dollar store, with no intention or reading it, and use it for making crafts. I’ve made book page roses for 3 family members weddings so far. I’d like to know more about junk journaling as well.
I love all that you do and share. Thank you so much. I make junk journals. You can use any paper for the pages. Some of mine are made of bags and junk mail. You can use them to journal in. Put pictures and drawings in. They are whatever you want them to be. I draw and paint birds, fish and even the cats just now, on watercolor paper and cut them out to add to a journal I am making now. I find these TH-camrs very helpful now and when I first started. They all have great videos that will answer your questions.
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Thanks so much for your helpful message! I like the way you use recycling waste (junk!) for the journals, it seems logical! I have been watching The Paper Outpost but I hadn't heard of the other channels, I'll be watching them too! I have plans for a journal to contain all the written messages I've received from you lovely people... such fun!
i've made at least 50 of them. some are for writing in and others just to look at. i like to use lots of mixed media in mine and anything vintage from paper, to books, to lace or material. Ticket stubs, time cards, receipts, ledgers, prescriptions, postcards, postage stamps. Arrange them all in beautiful ways that draw a person in for a look. It's a place for memories, pictures, recipes, random thoughts, or ideas. I either sell them or i gift them.
WOW!!!!! Fifty???? What do you use for the covers Jacqueline? I am very new to this and so far I’ve only seen people using scrap cardboard from cereal boxes and so on. I have quite a few pieces of cardboard lying around from the backs of pads of water colour which I thought might work. And to you do sewn signatures for your groups of paper? Or is there another way?
@@DianeAntoneStudio Cereal boxes, cardboard, and a lot of books that I have gutted for covers. Tearing apart books does seem difficult but I buy books that I will never read from thrift stores and take the discarded ones from the library. I usually cover them in fabric or paint them.
The best way to bind them is to use a 3 hole stitch on the signatures. Awkward at first but eventually becomes second nature. You can also use staples, ribbon, or tape.
They are so much fun. You would be great at it with all your artistic skills.
@Diane Antone Studio A junk journal can be anything you want! The name, Junk Journal, confuses most people! It turns out that I love making them, but it is not my first love. Watercolors is. I have the same struggle with the idea of tearing up books. I bought quite a few, hoping I would get sent something that was falling apart. Nope! They were wonderful! I have also read quite a few! :D If you can find a place where they are disposing of books because they are falling apart, tell them you will take discards! You only need so many, too, unless you are going to be selling them! I had to stop watching junk journaling TH-camrs because I was accumulating but not using it. My table has my old watercolor palette and paper on it now! :D Make a book or a few. It is really a fun thing to do - but do it the way YOU want to do it!!! I think Gayle Agostinelli is great for junk journaling and Nik the Booksmith for making books - or just entertainment - is fabulous! Enjoy! Oh, and I love your cats!!!
Great to hear from you Kathleen. I shall check out Nik the Booksmith !! I already follow Gayle. Good idea about the books, we have a charity shop just round the corner where I'm pretty sure they would have some interesting ones. I've started one and have another one planned. It is definitely an interesting and addictive hobby!!!
@@DianeAntoneStudio oh yes! I just want to warn you about that accumulation. I have found some lovely books though. Only those that I don't like get put under the knife! I do need to get rid of some. My youngest grand has gotten a few. Several, I wish I had when I was a child!
Absolutely gorgeous, love them💞
You are giving me such good inspiration for some fairy drawings (and hopefully eventually paintings) that I’m doing for some not yet grandchildren!! Nice and imaginary!! Doodling isn’t all that easy unless you practice!! You are quite talented at it!!Thank you!
Thanks Donna, I’m new to this type of art too! Good luck with the fairies!
I was inspired by someone on tiktok. Purchase $5 paints and brushes and pens and started watching TH-cam. Then I found you, you are totally amazing, personable and talented. I had just purchased off of your Amazon list Kuretake paints and a set of 10 brushes you suggested I also have colored pencils coming from Japan and I am so excited to see what lies ahead o
for me. I am 72 years old, covid forced my retirement and then 6 months ago I had a stroke no physical damage but I could be a little wonky in the brain depending on who you speak to LOL. I love whimsical so I believe that's where I'll start and stay and I love color, thank you for being you!
Love these cats...very calming and therapeutic!💜💜💜
I’m a complete beginner that gave up after a few painting attempts. Watching you bring these cute whimsical kitties to life makes me want to try watercolor again.
You can do it! Good luck!
Love these little kitties, Diane! Junk journals look fun, but I’ve never attempted one. I like the idea of painting whimsical animals and things in one, though!
that's all you have to do to keep an art journal... it doesn't have to be a junk one. :D
Thanks Gail, yes I am intrigued to try it. Just need to find time!
Frame them and give them to a cat lover who lives in a nursing home and has no one to brighten their day. I have done this and even hung them up where they wanted them. It is a beautiful experience to bring joy to someone❤️👍
Wishing you a very happy new year!
I absolutely love these magical cats!..Your art is so beautiful, colourful, whimsical & playful..I really enjoy watching your process..Thank you for sharing!
Thank you so much 😀
love these little kitties...so sweet. Love the colors too. I love the whimsey. Thank you for sharing, going to give this a try for sure
Thanks so much Sundie, glad you enjoyed them, they were fun!
I absolutely love watching you and then trying to do as you do!!!! Debbie
Thanks so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and commenting xxx
A junk journal is for writing, adding photos, Anything you want to do. I am making a whimsical journal as we speak. You can also sell them, people love them.
I am so very happy I found your channel!! I am with you about using books for crafting purposes…it hurts my heart. Another awesome video!! Thank you!!
Just wonderful!!!!! Thanx soooo much, luv your painting!!!!!!!!!
I make junk journal for my journaling, they can inspire and give you chances to be creative. I made several for professional artist and used all kinds of paper they could use for art. I didn’t add much art of my own though🤣
Hi, I love these little cats. They made me smile and I’ll have a go tomorrow. I hope your husband is feeling better. Take care and thanks again.
Thanks Liz, so glad you enjoyed the cats! Husband is still in hospital but hopefully home tomorrow!
Junk journals are quite interesting..the best imo are created w/ lots of space for journaling. Many add tons of ephemera that (to me) clutter it up. I want to make one too : ) + I discovered stenciling w/watercolor( leaves especially) add interest that you can write over.
I LOVE your cats faces!!! TY for explaining how to draw them...I read that cats have fewer facial muscles so they aren't as expressive. HOWEVER- one of my cat clan opens her eyes wide & blinks as though S.O.S ing to me when she is trying to tell me something important 😂--& yours smile😃☺️. I hope your husband is home today/tomorrow (?) and on the mend. And TY for the info about using the primary colors + which you use, as I find it a little confusing. Hoping YOU are well too ❤️🩹
Hi Firechick! Thanks for your tips and comments about junk journals. I agree, I think it was the ephemera surfeit that was confusing me! Now I realise that is only one way of doing it I'm okay with it! Started to make one today - Sunday afternoon relaxation! Interesting what you say about cats. We were told by a vet that they slow blink to express friendliness, and that they are disappointed if we don't blink back! So every time we look at our cats we feel obliged to look silly and close our eyes! Seems to work!
@@DianeAntoneStudio I was confused by it for a long time..but finally saw some that were plain(er) & decided I could have a section w/pockets to store memorabilia in but leave the journal part intact. And use either heavier paper or maybe use the watercolor ground on a page if I wanted to soak the page & paint on it.
I can't draw at all, but I can say that cats have pupils shaped like this (). Not round. That alone will make a difference between cars and dogs
I love the cats , mine is a Cornish Rex . He has short curly hair. But he is a rascal . I also just started making journals no matter how you make them there is usually space to journal in the book you make . I also watch Joie de Fe a d I like Ruby and Pearl . A lot of people use digital kits and not books . They may use magazines and their own art.
These are cute 🥰 kitties cats !!!! The background is cute too !!!!
The way you embellish the kitty cats and the way you did the background is so perfect. I really enjoy watching you painting this. You did a great job on it.
Thanks so much Regina, and so happy to have you on board the channel!
Magnifique 🤩
I love these whimsical kitties! Wonder if you did any dogs 🐶 I’ll have to look.
Thanks for all your amazing work, plus your tutorials on it all. My Granddaughter does a lot of coloring and painting in Kindergarten here in Canada. In fact it's one of our favorite activities to do together. I have never actually painted, but I feel inspired to try! Thanks to you!
You are so welcome Maggie and I’m so glad you are keen to start painting with your daughter! Happy painting to you both!
Diane, when Liam barked at the neighbor, my dog Flo opened her eyes and pointed her ears in the direction of his sound. lol ! Excellent tutorial on how to draw these whimsical cats. Love them! Also am interested in using my watercolor pencils more, in combination with a first wash that has dried, like you did here. Thanks as always for a great learning experience.
That is awesome, using the pencils is one of my favourite techniques. Give Flo a hug from me and Liam please xxx
I am a junk journal creator. Not all books are treated fairly. I cannot tear up a loved favorite. However, a book that is in disrepair gets new life through the journaling world. As for what to do with them…… you can use them any way you wish…..inspiration, Bible journaling, daily journaling, reading (or other hobby) tracker. For me, it is the creative process. I love it. If you have any other questions, please let me know! I have just found your channel and I love how you share the process. I feel almost brave enough to try! I do want to make a Christmas card with cats for my friend. Wish me luck! 😊
Hi Jodi, thanks so much for your very interesting message. Welcome to the channel! I do hope you decide to have a go at watercolour. We’ve got lots of easy ones for you to try! Since I did this particular video I have created my own journal, and if you watch out for the next video which is coming up soon Next week I am sharing some of the pages from it in there. I understand now why people do it and it is incredibly addictive - I wish there were 48 hours in every day! Thanks again for commenting and again welcome and best wishes for the upcoming festive season!
I like this because i dont like structure much and it restricts my creativity and these are so cute. They need to go on a diet though. Ha ha
Oh, very funny, no need for realistic cats!
I hear birds in the background. What kind are they?
When junk journals were a new idea they were made from gathering together junk mail, waste paper and things you would normally throw out. They were gathered together and made. Into a book. Made for saving little items you want to keep. Photos, letters, the key you found in your first apartment that didn’t fit anything, a kiss mark of your favorite lipstick, rice from your wedding, a beautiful rose bud, the tag from your old dogs collar…they were a memory book, a diary, grocery lists, a book for doodles, testing paint swatches, etc. made from junk.
Yes, they are a great idea and quite addictive!
Check out cats pupils
Done!
How beautiful the cats become! I am going to make them too! Thank you! You make beautiful pictures! 👍🤗 Greetings from the Netherlands 👋😊
Thank you! 😊 and you’re welcome Wilma!
You only use books from a charity shop for Junk Journals . Also you leave spare space for someone to write in..I’m only just beginning my journey, but I’m very happy to do so. You could use your great talent in the pages or backgrounds. Regards. Louise
Great tip!
You mention the happy painter...can you provide more information on her. When I search for Happy Painter, I found Bill Alexander and Bob Ross. Please help me.
Look for happy painting club😍
ooo i do junk journalling.. I use book papers, as well as music papers, coffee ad tea dyed papers... as well as old magazines, and books on birds, butterflies, old children books. Its best to start with old books tat are falling apart that way you don't feel too guilty. I've used old french books, old exercise books, vintage papers such as diaries and old school diaries i have picked up from bootfairs and markets etc. I make them to do themes works such as summer, autumn, travelling and note things that have happened. or I follow prompts such as #junkjournaljuly (you'll find the latest videos on there!). Daphne's Diary (it's a magazine) is good to make a junk journal from too..
Hi Yvonne and thanks so much for the useful information! It's certainly a hobby that I can get into in a big way! I've got my first book half filled already, and the next one is going to be a family recipe book!
Love these pussycats. Especially the orange one with her pendant. The blue one would look fancy if he had a bow tie 😜❤️❤️❤️
LOL!!!
I would use your cats in a junk journal, cut them out, use them for Journaling on the back and tuck them in a pocket. The book thing is throwing me. You can repurpose books but I have never seen a junk journal that used the kind of books you are speaking of. If you want to see beautiful junk journals, a collection of artful works, look up Gayle Agostinelli. She is a master in my opinion. It's an art form. Some people use things like junk mail we all get and repurpose envelopes and flyers recreating miniture works of art. I bet your journal would be exquisite. It's a wonderful world of artists creating and making the world a better place. Create joy...that's what you do with them.
Thanks so much for the kind words and for the recommendation of Gayle, I’ll take another look at her.
Junk journals are to be what you want them to be: a place you can doodle, paint, collage, glue in pieces of poetry or inspirational quotes, photos, or mementos. They can look rough or refined, they can be made out of any kind of paper that you like ( or don’t like, just cover it with paint). They can be pocket or purse sized, or larger. They can be given as gifts of a little art sample book to a friend to just look at because it’s beautiful and it comes from your heart. Can you tell I’ve made some and I enjoyed it very much? Give it a try and see what you think. I would love to see a video of what you do with your ideas. Thank you for all of your “showing”, I have been learning much from you, Diane!
Thanks so much for this Ck, I have had my eyes opened to the possibilities of this craft, and it's definitely a winner! I have almost finished filling my first journal and I will be showing it on a video soon! Thanks for your inspirational ideas, and for your kind comments!!
You're adding ZenTangles!!
You made my day found you and fall in love with your Artwork - all the paintings are of a lightness and so joyfull got you Book of the Country Garden Birds and now I am unstoppelbel . Best wishes for you from Berlin - Germany
Mama Kuschel
Thanks so much for your kind words Monika. So glad you are enjoying the videos!!! Have much fun!!
Love your work.
I love Junk journaling. I use outdated tech books and packing paper along with paper bags and scrapbooking papers. I paint, and create art pages using bits and bobs that I have in my craft space. And some pages I write quotes and such other pages are just art from something I might have just thrown out.
That's a great idea! It’s a fascinating craft and I wish I had more time to do it!
Your cats would look great in a junk journal! You could cut them out and add them anywhere. I have made a lot of junk journals and when I give them away, the family display them on their coffee tables for guests to look through. I put everything from recipes to amusing sayings and clippings into them and add watercolor bookmarks and pieces of less successful paintings.
Oooh, there are some great ideas! Recipes!!! I have some very old handwritten ones which would look GREAT in a JJ. Thanks SO much for the tips, much appreciated Carolyn! And the cats are coming soon!
Just love watching you and your whimsical style. Thank you! I never can do cats and I love cats. I have two of my own. They are so beautiful. I think I can do cats as you have demonstrated and can’t wait to give it a try. P.s. I would never destroy a book unless it is one of those really outdated how-to computer books from the dummies series.
Oh yes, that’s a great idea, get rid of the Computers for Dummies, TH-cam for Dummies, Facebook for Dummies - such potential junk fodder!
Hi Diane! For me, a junk journal is a cross between your beloved small bible wherein you keep important momentos, and a handheld Day Timer, wherein you literally keep "junk": tiny pieces of paper, phone numbers, pens, clips, little photos, just a GIGANTIC thick book you literally carry around with you like you would (or do) your pocketbook. I had one, and this is how I kept it going in my self-professed busy life. Hope this helps mi amiga! Fanna
They are gorgeous. I’m glad I found you. Haven’t delved into watercolour yet. But you give me the inspiration to try
Do give it a go - it’s such fun!
Junk journaling is basically collage. You can use painting techniques, fabric, etc. paper with patterns or color with writing or you have written on. I am an avid book reader and I strongly hope people use books that are damaged ie cover missing, where pages have been scribbled in, pages missing, or books that have been widely and the book can easily be replaced. Pieces of letters from family members can become a memory in your junk journal. The journal itself can have a theme or a page can or it can just be spontaneous.
Thanks so much for your answer, really appreciate that. I agree about using books, I couldn't cut one up just for the odd page, it would need to be completely beyond repair. I recently spent some time restoring my dad's old sunday school bible which was falling apart, just reaching its century soon, books deserve to be cared for xxx
Fun to watch. Have had cats all my life and never could figure out how to draw one. Could copy from book but not draw on my own. Maybe it was the ears and eye connection. Thanks! Love your kitties.
Thank you! Cheers!
I caught the question near the end of your video... I don't do junk journals per se ... or at least i don't call it that.. I call mine an Altered book.. perhaps that is something different .. i don't know.. But i take a book that was destined for the dump/trash.. thats the only way i can do it as i love books too.. I do collage and i leave space for journaling too.. I find it a nice space to be creative... You can add little tags... glue pages together to make them more sturdy.. What ever you can think of and if your stuck there are lots of youtube channels out there to help you out.. You can even make your own book by binding loose pages together of paper you like.. some people tear apart junk mail and evelopes and bind that into a book... the sky is the limit.. I hope you'll have fun... Hugs! deb
Thanks so much for your tips and thoughts Deb, really appreciate you taking the time. I'm trying to learn about this craft so I can give it a try! It definitely looks like fun - addictive even!
I make junk journals and it encompasses all the crafts I love ie art, collage writing sewing, gluing, stencilling etc creating a beautiful book I can journal in. You have many options. You can make book from scratch sewing in the signatures using a book cover or making your own to house it. You can repurpose a book which otherwise may go to the dump. This is an altered book and some pages are torn out and pages covered in decorated paper of gessoed to be used for painting. The pages that are torn out can be used to make tags and pockets. Really in junk journalling nothing is wasted. It can be hard to use a book sometimes. I have books I bought for the illustrations to use in journals which I can't bring myself to use. Though if something is added to my journal it gets looked at many times as I love my journals so much I flip through them from front to back many times over the months I am using it. Magazines are a good resource and I find I can use them more easily than a beautiful book. Do make a journal. It is a wonderful creative thing to do. It has brought me a lot of joy. And you can incorporate watercolour paper for art in it. You can also dye pages with coffee or other dyes from veg or food colouring to create your own beautiful pages.
Hi Sheryl, thanks so much for your lovely message! You'll be pleased to know that shortly after I made that video I decided to give it a go and I made a journal from scratch, using the instructions from Pam at Paper Outpost, who I find very clear. I have been filling this first one with lots of mementos I had accumulated over the years, as well as my own art, some decoupaged napkins, postcards, letters, envelopes, photos, pressed flowers, lace, braid, fabric, and some lovely handmade inserts which a subscriber sent to me... it's coming along very well! Thanks for the encouragement, I have found this a wonderful antidote to stress, and often at the end of the day I flip through it and stick another thing in! Glad you are a subscriber and hope you enjoy the videos!! Best wishes, Diane xxx
I enjoy you work and tutorials. Junk journaling can be done in a book bought for tha purpose at a thrift shop. You can do work on different mediums in there or write or do a combination of techniques. Try it and let loose. Much love!
Great idea Elsa! I'm going to enjoy junk journalling I'm sure!