and onto canvas!
Fellow artist Samie Kira and I are up for a challenge...and we decided to invite you to join us! In August, we're going to get out of our journals and onto canvas! Here are the details:
- In August, do 2 canvases per week. Any size (well, I'd say 8x10 at the smallest...biggest is up to you). Weeks run Aug 1-7, Aug 8-14, Aug 15-21, Aug 22-31 (you get extra days in that last week).
- Theme can be ANYTHING...and you don't have to be entirely finished. But at least a GOOD start, if you know what I mean. Make an effort.
- Canvases can get pricey...if you like, you can work on canvas board. Or, even large sheets of paper or chipboard. The point is to work on something OUTSIDE of your journal structure! There's nothing like putting paint on a canvas, though...hint hint, push push.
- Post your canvases each week if you have a blog (or use flickr, or picasa)...and link back to our weekly posts.
- Each time you leave a comment on my blog w/ a link to one of your canvases (one comment per canvas), I'll put your name in a drawing for a free spot in any one of my art journaling classes! I'll draw the winner on Sept 1st. Be sure to leave a comment on Samie Kira's blog, too...you could win a spot in one of her classes. Woot!
- Don't stress, don't worry...this is loosey-goosey. It's about the experience, it's about stretching, it's about doing something new. We'll be posting tips, observations, etc. as we go along.
Are you game?
Wow, that's a cool challenge! And a great idea... Earlier this week I noticed that your pages were becoming more (what can I call it...) 'painty' :-) Looking forward to see what you come up with!
Posted by: marsha. | July 29, 2011 at 02:11 PM
I'm in. This is gonna be fun!
Posted by: cuchy | July 29, 2011 at 02:36 PM
I'm definitely in. . . I completely need a creative jump start.
Rinda
Posted by: rinda | July 29, 2011 at 02:41 PM
I'm in! I have a show scheduled to hang in October and ZERO done! *hanging head in shame* This will be an excellent motivator! I've been following your chit-chat on Twitter and was hoping you'd do this...yay!
Posted by: Michelle Remy | July 29, 2011 at 03:53 PM
what a wonderful challenge.. i am in!!
Posted by: diana | July 29, 2011 at 05:43 PM
yeah, perfect for me since i´m struggling a bit with painting.. need some pushing. I´m in!!!
Posted by: Marja/Miss Deerest | July 29, 2011 at 11:37 PM
Sounds like a great challenge. Would love to participate but don't have a blog to post the pictures on. Have fun and I hope I get to see some of the paintings through Dina's blog. I will be painting right along with you on the sidelines.
Posted by: Carol P | July 29, 2011 at 11:43 PM
Of course I sign up! two great artists and a challenge? wow amazing!
Ruth xoxo
Posted by: Ruth Bernal | July 29, 2011 at 11:59 PM
I would probably not have the time for 2 a week.. BUT I could certainly need the push.. =)
Posted by: Mahlin | July 30, 2011 at 01:43 AM
popped over from Samies blog, bought my two canvases for week one today so I'm in!
xx Courtney
Posted by: Little Raven Ink | July 30, 2011 at 03:53 AM
ohhh this sounds like fun but "sadly" :-))))I am on vacation and didn`t bring canvas with me . Mhhhh maybe I use the back of my cornflakes box.
Posted by: linda Sloterdijk | July 30, 2011 at 06:48 AM
sounds like fun Dina, like the idea of being loosey goosey! got my canvases ready I'll try to keep up! x Maggie
Posted by: Maggie Warke | July 30, 2011 at 02:47 PM
Canvas is my favorite surface to work on!!!! I'm in!
Posted by: Jen Matott | July 30, 2011 at 05:53 PM
What a fantastic challenge! I just feel like I MUST give it a try! Not sure if I will be able to complete all of the tasks, but at least I will try :) Also, my entry should not be counted for a prize draw - won't be able to participate in class anyway! Thanks so much again! kissinia
Posted by: kissinia | July 31, 2011 at 03:59 AM
I am going to go buy my canvases today! I am looking at this as a great opportunity to work with fabulous artists and challenge myself! Couldn't be better! thanks so much, I am in! Kelly
Posted by: Kelly Turner | August 01, 2011 at 08:18 AM
um. why didn't you tell me about this the other day?
i am so in.
x0
Posted by: kl | August 01, 2011 at 05:18 PM
Just the push I might need to go mega-canvas. Thanks Dina. you have the BEST ideas.
Posted by: Giovanna | August 04, 2011 at 03:00 AM
Sounds like a great idea. Several weeks ago I have two small canvas on my desk, but I find it hard to start with them. It's the second week, but I think it's never too late to start, right?
Posted by: Cecilia | August 08, 2011 at 02:47 PM
Hi There..Im new here and may start this week..I hope thats ok..I love what youve done already...they look awesome..i just adore those big flowers on the last canvas...De..Li..cious..!
Posted by: Robin | August 08, 2011 at 04:02 PM
I just posted my first canvas for week 2! Was not sure where we should post *Grin* http://thelifeadventuresofmrsc.blogspot.com/2011/08/out-of-journal-challenge-week-2.html
Posted by: Katie L Cavanaugh (Mrs. C) | August 11, 2011 at 01:01 PM
I did this here: http://hellsmedic.wordpress.com/2011/08/17/out-of-the-journal/
Enjoy. ^^
Posted by: Hellsmedic.wordpress.com | August 17, 2011 at 11:11 AM
Please tell me you are going to do this another month! I just saw your info on Julie's site as I just started Art Journal Every Day this past January and I feel very ready to move on into canvas! If you plan to do this for another month please let me know! Thanks!!!
Posted by: Lula Pomme | August 25, 2011 at 12:54 AM