Art journaling using rules - how to make art journaling easier

This is how I art journal when I am blocked - it is the list of 'rules' I use on most of my pages unconsciously. There are about 8 steps to it. If you are interested in finding out more - go to my facebook page (Niamh's Art Journal - / niamhbaly ) and check out the photos from Dec 3rd 2019 to get the full detailed list for you to print out.
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[@melindareynolds7867]

Wonderful layers!

[@sparkingclarity5023]

I realllly enjoyed this video. You are vulnerable, informative & creative. Great combination of skills.

[@susanhornbucklelydic3038]

I've learned more about art journaling with collating from you than I have other videos. Some tend to be a little teachy and a little preachy! You know what I'm talking about! LOL Keep doing what you're doing and I always love the most recent as well as the older videos because we can see what YOU'VE learned and hand down to us...

[@alaytchr2]

LOVE THIS! SO INSPIRATIONAL!! Thank you!!! Beautiful!!!! Makes my soul HAPPY!!!

[@simpleartideas]

Beautiful colorful and creative painting.

[@raemarieboltwood8840]

Amazing!!!! Love the process!!

[@cheryl7476]

Honestly, Niamh,I really have had a blast working in my large Dylusions journal, after watching so many of your videos, creating beautiful and fun spreads. I can’t believe, I was afraid of jumping into the “deep end,” by working in this journal. Thanks, Niamh, so very very much. Have a fun weekend.

[@floragallegos9036]

I really love this video!! It shows so much depth with all of the layers that you put. It's just amazing how your page turned out!! Thank you for sharing 👍

[@lauremeaney7883]

I've totally fallen in love with your style and will be watching in the future - thanks to the Live art journalling ladies for introducing you!

[@robinmckenzie4142]

Really like how this turned out !! Beautiful job !!!

[@pasitheathanatosasmr488]

Wow one of my favorite backgrounds you’ve done. I’ve been in a funk where I keep skipping making backgrounds and just do collage on white pages and it feels so unfinished. This sparked inspiration for me, thank you!

[@NiamhBaly]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@debbiesjournals4550]

Really love your backgrounds and how you pull it all together. Thanks for your ‘rules’ too. 😀

[@yesabenson]

This is just amazing! I thoroughly enjoyed this video!

[@jennifergellard2136]

Thank you for your videos!!! I love this!❤

[@lennysmith1973]

I love your videos. Keep them coming. I have only recently started art journalling and I have learnt so mu ch from you.

[@NiamhBaly]

Lots more in the pipeline and 547 videos on the channel to watch while waiting :) x

[@kezmot666]

Love this, particularly the way u did title

[@stephaniehackney2425]

A wonderful page!

[@robyn3701]

love this!

[@betzie2]

Brilliant!❤❤❤

[@marendala]

magnifique ! love your work :))

[@susanvanschuyver7900]

I love the big gold letters!

[@NiamhBaly]

Yes I do too :)

[@Brycethebeast]

You are so amazing!! Thank you

[@judithgillam5074]

Amazing depth through all those layers Niamh ! Looks great ! Thank you once again , for a fantastic and informative video . Kind regards - Judi - Victoria

[@eleanorcostello644]

best video EVER!!!!!!!!!!!

[@clairehawkes1112]

i have found this so useful Niamh! I now start all my art pages in my large art journal this way and it has made life so much less stressful for me and of course, the last thing we want when creating is stress thank you so much

[@NiamhBaly]

I’m so glad it helped xxx

[@nyrmacolondres2444]

Wao that’s learned a lot. Thanks

[@eleanorcostello644]

your out of control GOOD!!

[@luisafuentefria4264]

Impresionante 😍😍. Me suscribo a tu canal, soy de Madrid ESPAÑA 💖💖

[@janinedorrell2152]

I enjoy using your process Niamh, thank you so much. I must buy some of the gold texture paste-I 💛 it.

[@murwill1]

I would love to see how you make your own tissue paper with print on tissue paper especially what ink you use so it does not run when the gel is applied on top

[@NiamhBaly]

I have a video on that here, but most of my stamping is always with archival ink as it is permanent and doesn’t smear. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXa7oH6inducnZY

[@murwill1]

After I posted my comment I thought I bet she already has a video regarding this subject. I had to giggle. I am so inspired by you!

[@lucym9532]

I have watched your channel for a while now and just realised I am not sure what texture paste you use. I love the gold one and it’s so vibrant - what brand did you get - I’m moving state soon to NSW from QLD so want to get my supplies in and stocked up before I don’t have my local shops 😁 thanks for your hard work with the videos.

[@NiamhBaly]

Lucy M the one I use in this is a gold from creative expressions- an English company, but the gold from the crafters workshop is a near match and probably easier it source. Finnabairproducts also have a few different golds in their texture pastes which are quite good as well x good luck with your move!

[@joycemccullough7856]

Love this. Do you think you’re could do a video with a Christmas theme in this method?

[@NiamhBaly]

Joyce McCullough thank you. I don’t have exactly like this in a Christmas theme, but it could certainly be adapted that way with the papers, colours and stencils you use. I have two Christmas art journal pages ready to pop up on my channel on the 7th and 10th if this month so stay tuned for that x

[@suzannesonnier2496]

Wonder if I could find that first Dina stencil online somewhere, probably used! Love it!

[@NiamhBaly]

Worth having a look x

[@NiamhBaly]

Or ask in the Dina wakley kindered artists group on Facebook?

[@Decemberrose66]

Thank you for this video. What kind of stabilo you are using? Can I buy them on amazon?

[@NiamhBaly]

Decemberrose66 it’s called a stabillo all pencil in back. It is a water soluble waxy pencil. I get mine from amazon or our large office supplies shop in Australia stocks them as well.

[@dannilockley3648]

Thank you for sharing :-)

[@NiamhBaly]

Thank you for watching x

[@My_Secret_ArtSketchbook]

Mummy loves you danni xxx

[@ShelleyCarlson]

🙂

[@tammiemcdaniels4838]

So I really loved the final product but I had a really hard time trying to follow your 10 rules or steps. Perhaps you could provide a printable download.

[@NiamhBaly]

If you are interested in finding out more - go to my facebook page (Niamh's Art Journal - facebook.com/niamhbaly/) and check out the photos from Dec 3rd 2019 to get the full detailed list for you to print out :)

[@missygilly9917]

New here, we’re you using PVA glue or gesso (clear) to put down your tissue paper? Great looking page, time lapse was lovely.

[@NiamhBaly]

Missy Gilly thank you. I use Matt gel medium to glue everything down on my pages :)

[@donnaconaway9368]

What kind of paint are you using? I did not find a list of supplies so I just am unsure. I have very little paint so I need to make a purchase and am not sure what to get. It is great to get some more sonderful ideas for art journaling. I love this piece.

[@NiamhBaly]

Donna Conaway I use acrylic paint- the brand I tend to use is Dina wakley heavy body from ranger ink, but most work well. You want something that gives you good coverage (not like the paint at schools- student grade). You can buy her paint from most craft/scrapbooking stores and online from anyone who stocks ranger products

[@donnaconaway9368]

Hi, Niamh! This was the first time I watched one of your videos. I was very surprised that you responded and in such length. Thanks! I had not thought about the importance of not using student grade acrylics.

[@magnoliabird]

where do you get that Dina Wakely washi with the saying please

[@NiamhBaly]

Anywhere that stocks ranger products should be able to get it for you- but here is a link: rangerink.com/collections/dina-wakley-media-washi-tape

[@murwill1]

what type of paper are you using please

[@NiamhBaly]

The journal I am using is a dylusions journal from ranger ink

[@kyrahkookiez3675]

[@lniino25]

I love your stencils. Are they available in US? And your tissue paper? I watch your video all the time and love your style! Thanks for sharing.

[@TheSDJan]

This is what I got: Background paint, collage, stencils, deliberate color, stamps, deliberate color, focal image, words, Mark making, quote, Washi tape....

[@NiamhBaly]

Jan S good job- that’s pretty much it:) if you click on my Facebook page link in the description box to Niamh’s art journal, you will see my post yesterday with the steps all outlined for you in more detail:)

[@TheSDJan]

Thanks...would help if I read your description. TFS your videos.

[@sonneke74jacobsen65]

Pfff to mutch off all

[@NiamhBaly]

Sonneke74 Jacobsen thank you. It’s not for everyone, but it’s how I enjoy working. I’m sure you have fun when you create in your style too 😊

[@patjonker6576]

Art is subjective, isnt it? The creating is the fun part.