Sunday, January 27, 2013

This I Believe


I believe ...

that some of our best days...


are yet to come. 


Art Journal page inspired by many of the techniques in Creative JumpStart 2013, with gesso, acrylic paint, gelatos, neocolor crayons, inkbars, pastels, Uniball white and black pens, stamps, archival ink.    (I asked some of my friends to describe my art style -- and they came up with colorful, whimsical, meaningful, and inspirational; I think this page represents that!)

I hope you have an amazing start to your week.  Linking to Create With Joy, Anything But a Card (things with wings), Mandarin Orange Monday, Make it on Monday, Creative Inspiration (Anything Goes), Monday Mantrasv, and Simon Says Stamp and Show (what are you known for).

Thank you for visiting! I read and treasure every comment and will answer any questions as quickly as I can.
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43 comments:

  1. Kay WallaceJanuary 27, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    Hi, Jessica, I am new to your blog, having been referred by both Corrine Gilman and Carolyn Dube! I love your Sunday morning creation, and wish to add: "I believe! I believe!" I celebrated my 69th birthday this month and, perhaps, treasure each new day more than some! My life is still full of good things and even some surprises! Your piece today for me was entertaining, as I examined every nook and cranny! I love both the depth and texture created by your skillful layering. Definitely thought provoking work.

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  2. UnknownJanuary 27, 2013 at 12:06 PM

    Hi Kay - so glad you stopped by! Welcome and I'm glad you shared your positive view!

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  3. ann @ studiohydeJanuary 27, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    Your work is definitely inspirational. Have a lovely Sunday :)

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  4. Candy CJanuary 27, 2013 at 1:59 PM

    WOW! I think your art journal page is fantastic! I so LOVE the colors, the patterns, the doodles and the real heart that you obviously put into this page. It's really fun to see and makes me smile! And you are so right....some of our best days are yet to come. Otherwise, what do we have to look forward to? :) Love your page! Thanks for sharing it with us at Simon Says Stamp and Show. <3 Candy

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  5. soulbrushJanuary 27, 2013 at 2:30 PM

    I love this and love the words too- yes some of the best days are still ahead of us- yay I like that. Happy PPF my friend.

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  6. Marjie KemperJanuary 27, 2013 at 3:28 PM

    Sure is! Love this rich, vibrant, positive page!

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  7. SandraJanuary 27, 2013 at 3:42 PM

    You're absolutely right! Love your art journal page a lot! Lots going on and so many details! Stunning! Thank you so much for joining us at Simon Says Stamp and Show. Hugs, Sandra

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  8. Šolanje na domu-WaldorfJanuary 27, 2013 at 5:04 PM

    That's a great sentiment. Wonderful page!

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  9. Michelle LaPoint RydellJanuary 27, 2013 at 5:59 PM

    Complete gorgeousness and full of heart! Your pages always inspire me Jessica, in so many ways. I truly believe the best is yet to come!

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  10. GigglesJanuary 27, 2013 at 6:40 PM

    Beautiful and inspirational!! Would be a nice quote during the grief period!!

    Hugs Giggles

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 27, 2013 at 7:02 PM

    Which part is the Gelatos and did you use water or use it dry? I am just curious because I love Gelatos and just bought some more today and I love what you did here!!

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    1. UnknownJanuary 27, 2013 at 8:53 PM

      Hi Danielle - I used the gelatos for the flowers - I scribbled them dry and then blended them wet. Hope that helps!

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  12. Cathy L. CalamasJanuary 27, 2013 at 8:23 PM

    Great journal page!! Yummy colors, just jumps off the page. Perfect sentiment to start the year off.

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  13. Anita Houston The Artful MavenJanuary 27, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    You are an exceptional Art Journal...definitely what you are known for in my book! Look the way you did the sentiment and the art work is fabulous! Thank you for playing with us at Simon Says Stamp & Show this week!!!

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  14. AnonymousJanuary 27, 2013 at 11:06 PM

    I'm inspired! Lorrie

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  15. DIANA L.January 27, 2013 at 11:52 PM

    I just love your stuff I'm inspired!!!
    DIANA L.
    http://dianamlarson.blogspot.com

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  16. Cynthia HannaJanuary 28, 2013 at 2:29 AM

    Just discovered your blog via the Inspire Me Monday link up and I love this page - both the art and the sentiment are inspiring :)

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  17. Carolyn DubeJanuary 28, 2013 at 8:37 AM

    A beautiful and free page Jessica! Love the loose sketching!

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  18. carol l mckennaJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    Beautiful! Dazzling!

    Carol of A Creative Harbor ^_^

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  19. simply monicaJanuary 28, 2013 at 11:17 AM

    wow is all I can say this is amazing -- Cant wait to see your next CI Paint entry!!

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  20. MaritJanuary 28, 2013 at 11:39 AM

    I love this page! Let's hope that phrase is true!

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  21. Sarah LeonardJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:37 PM

    Wonderful artwork and a really uplifting and joyful quote - thanks so much for linking up :)

    Sarah @ A Cat-Like Curiosity

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  22. Beverley BairdJanuary 28, 2013 at 1:04 PM

    Such a beautiful journal page - love the colour and freedom of, the flowers. And of course the mesage!

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  23. Andrea WJanuary 28, 2013 at 2:15 PM

    Truly eye catching! I love all the beautiful colours and mixed media. I found you at Make It Monday.

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  24. Art By WandaJanuary 28, 2013 at 8:36 PM

    Wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  25. lorikJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:46 PM

    Great reminder:) And I love the happy, lively lines over those beautiful colours and textures. Thank you for sharing on Mandarin Orange Monday:)

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  26. froebelsternchenJanuary 29, 2013 at 4:41 AM

    AMAZING the design and the saying makes me happy Jessica! Thank you!
    xxx
    Susi

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  27. Claudia N.January 29, 2013 at 4:48 AM

    Had to come back inofficially (after I stumbled upon your awesome site as a member of TioT's DT) and have a look around - awesome loads of inspirational creativity to be found here! You have a new follower (don't want to miss anything in the future ;)

    Claudia x

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  28. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    That is something I wish to believe - lovely thought beautifully done.

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  29. FayeJanuary 29, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    Hello Jessica. I Popped by from MIM to see your Beautiful Journal Page. Faye

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  30. WinnieJanuary 29, 2013 at 2:33 PM

    Love it! What a great sentiment! Love your style, it is so fun and colorful and happy!

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  31. DJanuary 29, 2013 at 11:29 PM

    This page is so beautiful and uplifting! Love all the beautiful colors :)

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  32. MarjorieJanuary 30, 2013 at 2:00 PM

    This is really beautiful page Jessica, lovely colours, and what a lovely sentiment!.. Thank you for sharing with us at 'Make it Monday' this week..
    Hugs,
    Marjorie
    xx

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  33. Kimberly SJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:23 PM

    What an amazing job you did on your journal page, it's gorgeous! Thanks so much for joining us for the Creative Inspirations Paint challenge! :) hugs, Kimberly

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  34. Sheila HJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:39 PM

    I saw your artwork on MIM and stopped by to leave a comment - it's amazing!

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  35. Linda BreedloveJanuary 31, 2013 at 10:55 AM

    I love your page... and it's definitely colorful, whimsical, meaningful, and inspirational!!! I saw this over at MIM.

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  36. UnknownFebruary 1, 2013 at 11:21 PM

    Love this Jessica! So bright and cheerful!!!

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  37. Keti's ProjectsFebruary 2, 2013 at 5:26 AM

    This is gorgeous. I wish I could do something like that.

    I saw you at Make It Monday. Thanks for inspiration.

    p.s. my projects is 202 if you would like to stop by my blog too.

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  38. Nathalie KalbachFebruary 6, 2013 at 6:55 AM

    AMAZING!!!!!

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  39. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2013 at 7:13 AM

    Lovely bright and positive page!

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  40. Le petit monde de LouisonFebruary 6, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    Superbe!!!

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  41. Ronda PalazzariFebruary 6, 2013 at 12:38 PM

    This is absolutely gorgeous Jessica. I love the colors, the saying, and the design. Stunning!

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  42. Dana TatarFebruary 7, 2013 at 1:23 PM

    Amazing piece! Thanks for joining the challenge at Creative Inspirations Paint!

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