How to Start an Art Journal!

[@meghans2785]

i’m 13 years old and i was recently diagnosed with clinical depression. a month ago, i reached a plateau and nothing i did felt worth the effort, and nothing inspired me. making an art journal was such a great decision. its so easy and it makes me feel like i’ve done something for the day, even if it’s just recording my thoughts and gluing some papers down.

[@idk-oc8nx]

I hope you get better 😊❤️

[@yhukh]

do you have discord? if you ever need anyone to talk to i am here bb 🖤🖤🥺

[@mia-ft5iz]

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[@bethdelmonte-catanese29]

That's wonderful that you are inciteful enough at 13 to realize the positive effects art journaling has on your mental health. You should be extremely proud of yourself and for doing positive things for yourself. I hope you keep feeling better and always remember that you can always reach out if you are struggling. Be well @meghan s

[@mosshed3418]

ur doing super well, taking that initiative is super important in recovering/bettering yourself n im glad u found something that helps

[@Enchantelle]

i really like the point you made about art being a series of decisions. it's so easy to get stuck and wonder if you're doing "the right thing", so you end up not making any. i'll definitely refer back to this point the next time i feel like i'm dwelling too much on something. thank you jordan 💛

[@feedingmysoul7195]

I agree with the whole decisions thing. Make something, anything is what I tell myself :D

[@belindahugheslifestyle]

Same. This was something I really needed to hear.

[@BellaMarie123]

You are such an inspiration! I’m not even an art person, but you always make me feel productive and calm.

[@DazzlingHomeProducts]

yeah💗💗

[@yzzpatel7540]

So true

[@taishabenitez7847]

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[@sindhujasai1345]

I have come to love this concept of "collage sort of a sticking whatever you think is pretty on a book" kind of art. I wouldn't have to be nervous about everything to be perfect or how it should be.

[@dawndoe314]

i constantly find myself returning to this video. not only did it motivate me, but your soothing voice makes it so calming to listen to 😌

[@demi1951]

As a guy who has previously thought journaling wasn't a thing worth time I was completely wrong. I had just started playing the game red dead redemption 2 which I had gotten the curiosity to start a journal. It is also helpful for my stress and loneliness.

[@nena9846]

This was such a well made, thoughtful video that I didn't know I needed to watch. I am someone who struggles with indecision and I never thought that art could help me overcome it. I am starting an art journal today for the first time and this video was really inspiring. Thank you for creating this, much love to you sister

[@carriecardwell608]

I am so so glad I ran across this video! I have been wanting to get into art for about a year-and-a-half. I have collected watercolors, colored pencils, watercolor pencils, neocolor II (that are on the way), distress crayons, alcohol markers, different pencils and pens... I bought an art Journal that looks exactly like the one you bought except it has a cardboard cover instead of black. Oh, I also have watercolor paper and some smooth Bristol paper as well as some mixed media paper... I've watched hundreds of tutorial videos... I have basically done everything (and then some) in order to start art projects and art journaling... Yet I have done nothing more then a few doodles in my mixed media notebook. My art Journal is sitting at the foot of my bed with a black bag of all of my materials (well most of them)... I keep saying to myself over and over again that "today I'm going to do something in my art Journal," and I want to... Really bad! What you said makes so much sense... One of my biggest faults is that I am super indecisive. I have such a hard time making decisions. It never occurred to me that that was the main problem... I knew it had nothing to do with my desire to do art work... I just don't know where to start. After watching your video and hearing what you had to say, I now know that it's okay that I don't know where to start, I just need to start. That's where the indecisiveness problem is. Today, I REALLY am going to make an art journal entry... I have no idea what, LOL... But that's okay. I have all the materials... I may close my eyes and just pick up one and then start with that. Anyways, I realize this is a really long comment... It just really opened my mind as to what my issue has been all along! Thank you for making and posting this video ... Please keep up the good work, you really are inspiring people ️ ❤️

[@LesleyTaylor101]

So incredibly inspired by this way of explaining “art”.

[@ayeshazamar3563]

Trust me, i subscribed within 15 seconds of watching, i love LOVE your aesthetic, like i can't even explain 😭💜💜💜

[@AnneEonnie]

The editing is so aesthetic, soft and relaxing

[@littleari7872]

I really love watching these art jounal videos... I am not that good of an artist but I love these things. 👼

[@geanneroseramos1907]

Just by watching I'm getting ideas and inspiration. At the same time, I am feeling relaxed with your voice and music... 😊

[@jerrypolentino1886]

Do you know what is the name's music?

[@annejohnstone4145]

Jordan, I love this video. First of all, it is so wonderful to actually see a person and a cat and you in your studio/home/art store. I have watched so many videos on art journaling, and they all have something good about them, but I get very tired of just watching someone's hands. Also, the simplicity of what you did with your new art journal makes me feel like I can do it too! I really like the advice from your art teacher. Thank you for sharing their wisdom. I will more visit your videos again. Keep posting your creativity.

[@damzeleve7079]

I recently stopped journaling and It really felt like something is missing. Now I realized that having a journal is already part of me. I want to be consistent and do my best on what I want to do. Thank your for this video. This really encouraged me to continue journaling.

[@andreschampion5079]

Thank you for inspiring me this morning. I didn’t want to get out of bed. My depression really got me today. But I’m up and going to art journal.

[@lunadazzle8768]

hello jordan..♥️ I'm from India🇮🇳 I really enjoyed watching all your videos inside and I live in it... !! Whenever I watch your videos I always forget the consonant in it... I'm so glad I found your channel because I started to realize its greatness and I'm happy every time I watch it....♥️I was thinking in my mind that I could start a thing right now, but I didn't have any hope for it...But I don't have any kind of motivation So I went to somewhere very depressed and looked for something..At that time your wonderful words were heard in my ear..I was looking for many...But there is no peace of mind...♥️💫 That's why I am so glad I saw your videos..!!

[@roxxxion5528]

Im from Pakistan fellow indian sister☺☺

[@mysticmoonist2821]

I’m from India too!!

[@lunadazzle8768]

@@mysticmoonist2821 ♥️

[@nidhiagarwal8816]

@@roxxxion5528 the partition did us bad !!!

[@J_Rin]

@@nidhiagarwal8816 hello I am from India too, from Mizoram to be accurate:) and yes, although the partition separated us physically, I have this firm belief that we all are still united at heart! Even us who live in the north-eastern part of the country are sometimes considered foreigners in our own country!

[@deborahmeyers7839]

Your home your style your art work the ambiance in your videos your Awsome relationship with your beloved cats I have dug out my art journal because you inspired me to 🙌 thank you for sharing your beautiful spirit xx

[@victoriajayne1438]

i’ve been watching your videos for a few years now and i always love what you post. you have an air of calmness and quietude that is so lovely and inspiring, thank you for doing what you do ♥️

[@colleend80]

THANK YOU. You have definitely inspired me and gave me the courage to start an art journal, which is something I wanted to do for a while, but never found the courage. I was intimidated by the number of possibilities and ideas, because I thought that I might make the wrong decision.

[@hooraayy]

Thank you for sharing your art journaling process and your prof's words!;; i started my own art journal, trying to practice on translating my idea into something and not getting upset for not being good with it!

[@cosycatcris]

Finally found a super nice art journal video. All of the rest that I've watched have so many rules and I feel like it's too tedious for my style. I just want a calming, non scheduled journal theme. Thank you so much for this video! ❤️ ✨

[@teddiihikari]

The decision thing was definitely something I needed to hear. Thank you Jordan ❤️

[@silent.whisker07]

I just started art journalling. and I must say, it is so peaceful. I would really recommend everyone to start art/scrapbook journal.

[@instahamx684]

The advice you got from your professor that you shared at 3:00 is so great and spot on. 💖💖💖🙏🙌💪 Thank you!

[@freezo244]

Such good advice about art being about decisions and what to do when you get stuck. I’m stuck and I think this will work for me. Will watch this again!

[@amandacalling]

I love this so much! You’re videos inspire me so much! I really hope you do this series again. Your videos are so amazing and have inspired me to start making my own videos and I hope to have a channel soon. Thank you for being such an inspiration, please keep making beautiful videos forever!

[@tammykriskie2233]

Great video ! Thanks for the inspiration and sharing ... Looking forward to your next video.

[@morganturner4401]

Absolutely needed this advice, you don't know how deeply I felt this--chronic indecision has robbed me of a lot of art, and probably much else. Peace and congratulations on starting this gorgeous art journal and thank you for inspiring me as an anxious artist.

[@DanceswithDustBunnies]

The only thing I'm thinking is 'wow, I wish I were in walking distance of an art store, let alone one as awesome as that.' lol

[@nicolefuentes8279]

Thank you for this! I am actually having a hard time figuring out what to make on my art journal so I went here on KZbin to find some tips or inspirations! I felt so inspired and motivated after watching this!

[@pinktreestudio5324]

Lovely as usual ✨💖✨ The concept of art being a series of decisions was probably one of the most important that your art professor could have taught you. I’ve actually been thinking along the same lines lately, that creating art is a process of problem solving. So now I feel validated that I’ve been on the right track 😄

[@jisoochoi21]

A question... what is the difference between scrapbooking and art journaling???

[@wonderwonder30]

Nothing really, an art journal is whatever you want it to be, that’s what great about it. I guess you could say a scrapbook is a little more decorated with purpose and organizing and an art journal is snippets of your life in a more free way...I guess.

[@dianemccarty2996]

I think of a scrapbook as mostly a decorative photo album, and an art journal as mostly an art diary.

[@uniquewhimsy622]

Diane McCarty that’s correct. Scrapbook is for memories and art journal is for expressing creativity.

[@LearnGermanwithMarzipanfrau]

And if it's a scrajournal it's an art diary with photo memories?

[@illusory7862]

Scrapbooking focuses more on keeping and organizing memories/experiences and art journaling is more for keeping inspirations and ideas all in one place.

[@itsangelajane]

I found this in a time when I am currently feeling lost & uninspired. Seeing your art and hearing the words your professor said lit up a spark of inspiration within me again. Looking forward to creating an art journal for Year 2021, along with random thoughts and memories made. Thank you so much! 🤍

[@belindahugheslifestyle]

Love your professor's advice to choose any creative action over getting stuck in indecision. That's exactly what's happened to me. Thanks so much, Jordan. Bright blessings.

[@miriamgillham6701]

Thank you, that was so gentle and beautiful! Lovely to just watch your creating!

[@claudialunapriego]

Oh my gosh I love those words your professor gave you! I’m so indecisive and hearing that gave me so much inspiration!

[@cylee3155]

Thanks for making another video~ I started journalling because of you and I still do it up until now. Thank you for inspiring me jordan❤️

[@J_Rin]

Hello Miss Clark! I am a 15-year old art enthusiast who has fallen in love with your videos. Sending lots of love from Mizoram❤

[@ritatouilles00]

What I love most about your videos is that you make me feel like I can do art and be creative too. Thank you so much ♥️✨☁️

[@emansalama2769]

Thanks for the idea of using a small journal, great advice for newbies like me

[@TheArtofBree]

Your art teacher sounds incredible! I always wonder where I’d be if my art teachers tried to instill life lessons instead of trying to turn us into them

[@khushbooprasad6519]

Your professor's interpretation of what art is... is inspirational. One of the reasons I've been running away from art is because I was plagued by indecision. Hearing that there's no bad art just another decision is motivating me to start drawing and creating again (even though first i think i should get some studying done)

[@imsorry968]

My brother sent this to me. About to watch this :)

[@bethanymason6510]

That's so beautiful! You hadn't posted for such a long time and I was wondering when you were going to and you post on my birthday!!

[@sofiac176]

I'm so happy for the post! I love the video!

[@totally_not_kathleen]

I always thought that I was super bad at art. Nothing look good. I'm glad I clicked on this video. That you so much!!!! This helped me.

[@anyasmith1703]

This was so inspirational! As a perfectionist, I get so hung up on making my journal 'perfect' that I lose the fun element. This video inspired me to do it because I love the process and creating something from nothing on a page

[@hedayanurart]

your videos always inspire me so much! thank you for sharing your beautiful artwork and positivity

[@Sindhu150]

Thank you soo much!!!!! Those quotes are really inspiring like your videos...

[@tine442]

I miss your videos! ❤️ I love your aesthetic and calm voice. So sad that you stopped making vids. I always got such a good feeling from your videos

[@anvimishra69]

probably the only skillshare sponsorship I've heard because your voice is so soothing.

[@touching9636]

I love your video🧡You are an inspiration. I love your space a lot. Your video make me feel relaxing. Thank you for sharing.

[@farrellsnotebook]

Love thinking of the role of decision making in art! For me, my art journal has always been such a safe way to practice being decisive and assertive.

[@jenlovecats848]

I love those small golden scissors! I have the exact same pair for my embroidery hobby :)

[@АсяНиколова-з6и]

I love all your videos,but I found this particularly inspiring as what you said about decisions in art is completely applicable for life decisions - you get better as you go along, you refine yourself and get to know yourself better as being stuck in indecision is really a very sad place to be.

[@AngelGrey_]

I love this so muchh, especially the part about decisions. I'm really trying to get into journaling 💕

[@zoejaneir5907]

I have to say this! Your taste on music is just wonderful!!!!!! You not only did completely beautiful art but everything here was simply super pretty! I enjoyed everything, even your voice and stories! ♥️♥️♥️♥️ Thank you for this, now is the end of the day where I am and this made my day ♥️

[@LuvJones44]

This was sooooooo perfect thank you for all the inspiration and ideas I was looking for something new to do with this quarantine time.....and this is perfect!!!

[@merelcoster2681]

wow Jordan! I was litteraly waiting for this! I haven't watched it yet but I know it's gonna be an amazing and inspirational video

[@alessiadambrosio1465]

How much can I adore everything you do?❤ Watching your videos makes me feel so relaxed and very inspired!✨

[@EmmaDurrans]

What a beautiful spread in your art journal. I love it 😊

[@sohini5331]

I was eagerly waiting for your video. It's been awhile you didn't upload any. I am so so happy for this new one. I love everything you do, make, create. Also a request, please do post on Instagram more often pleaseeeee. Your flatlays are frickin amazing 😭😭❤❤. Keep shining. Love from India ❤

[@intovertedextrovert_08]

You are my dose of peace... thank you.

[@calismith]

your videos always inspire me to create

[@roire]

i love what you said about art being a series of decisions. that is so true and makes it a lot less intimidating and limiting. life is but a path of decisions after all, one at a time. this was really cute and inspiring, thank you!

[@FriendshipClubTV]

This really inspired me to start journaling carefree again! I think I've been treating it more like a strict planner! Love this idea. Thank u!!! 🥳🌈✨

[@zosia447]

I love your videos Jordan! Then inspire me so much ✨🌠

[@mintykitten9625]

i love how you cat is just sitting in the back like “hAi” in some scenes

[@michellemeyer1214]

Am I the only one that gets so excited to see all the new art supplies? I’m officially an art supplies hooker. I’m good with it.

[@zsynical]

I don't want to self diagnose but I think I have bipolar disorder. I feel lazy all the time. I never get enough sleep, I can't get anything done. Other days I'm so energetic but I just cannot find the thing in me to feel happiness. But I've started an art journal today and it made me feel so much better.

[@lune8533]

Wishing the best for you ❤️ Take care

[@zsynical]

@@lune8533 Thank youuu

[@afifaiqbal95]

I love your aesthetic Jordan 😍

[@urwasheikh1343]

I watched one of your videos and i can't believe how cute, aesthetic and pretty everything is!!! Love everything !!💝💝😍😍

[@evaelisaveta2844]

I LOVE YOU!!! you are an AMAZING and CREATIVE person.

[@The_artistic_yogi]

Totally new at art journaling... Just found out about it a few days back but already started with what I have! You are very inspiring!!! Thank you 🧡

[@CassandraJoyOfficial]

Love your videos! They’re so calming and full of creativity! 💛

[@antara4389]

I was just looking for some inspiration and here you are. Thank you so much, Jordan! Hope you're doing well ❤️

[@Zwaantjes]

Thanks for the inspirations, i really love the art you make.

[@melaniegriesemer]

This is so inspiring!! Such good advice your professor gave about just making decisions

[@PastelJulia]

Her aesthetic inspires me every day honestly💕 its so calm and beautiful☺️ she inspired me to start a KZbin channel after being rlly shy for so long

[@elizabethlynch6544]

I actually would draw squares on a page and when I have my "blue days"(depressed days since I have Cyclothymia or mild form of Bipolar Disorder), I color in a couple of them and date them

[@AbigailVasquez]

Im 1:13 into watching my first video of yours and I just spotted the view and the art store (best store ever BTW) and we live in the same city!! Looks like possibly the same area from what I saw lol how so very cool!

[@XxhxneybeexX-k4m]

Really inspiration! Awesome ideas thanks jordan :D

[@elizabethgrable1267]

I love your views on art. I am a perfectionist and try to want to be perfect at everything especially when it comes to art.

[@CraftsandMorewithDonnaJackson]

I love your art journal page. Your videos just calm my soul and give me such inspiration. Ty

[@greata80]

It may not be conventionally incredible, but I think that its simplicity is what makes it so great

[@books08lover38]

Please upload a new video🙏🙏 Missing your videos😭😭 Love your way of creating videos.❤️❤️

[@sundaisy]

Yes 😭

[@deborahprince6148]

Thank you for inspiring me, you are a pleasure to watch💗

[@rewilding_rose]

Nice to see you again, Jordan! Thanks for the inspiration! My painting and drawing practice has completely dried up during quarantine, so perhaps I'll give art journaling a try. I always love the mix of collage, drawing, and painting that you create. Perhaps you could make a Skillshare class on art journaling! *wink, wink*

[@razelbaldevia595]

Omg. Iv'e ben waiting for this the whole quarantine ❤😍

[@CraftingwithBo]

Thank you! This gave me courage to get started. Love your journal!!!!!

[@sarahmariano1674]

This whole video is sooo satisfying, thank you! haha

[@PaperKitty99]

Fabulous as always! I love Art Journaling too 🐱💕💕💕

[@JMArtTOWN]

Oh my god!!! I really enjoyed watching your video, please keep sharing more 😍😍😍 and keep in touch 😍

[@andreeamihai2766]

simply the best 💖

[@shrutinarayan2334]

You are so organised with all those pretty lables.. Goals😍

[@bethanymason6510]

I love the color palette

[@Smiths5]

This was very helpful! And your piece was very wonderful and full of great ideas!!

[@chandrareaux6700]

Very nice! I miss your videos hopefully more are on the way!

[@bronaghcheetham1530]

I loved this so much but I just can't forget about your cat ! It is soooooo cute!😍🥰😻