Words of Art
I’m a big fan of visual journals. We all need to make art that satisfies us and no one else, and a journal is a perfect place for that. I often tell people that because I keep a raw-art journal, “I draw with words.” Well the illustrations below, which are not mine, do exactly that. The illustrations come from this site, (he seems to gather them rather than actually draw them.) These illustrations really draw with words.
Great idea. In any language.
The right place to eat your words
—Quinn McDonald is a writer and life- and creativity coach. She teaches writing, business communication and journal-writing.
Good Morning — I love those word paintings!! I have not kept a journal in many years, but want to restart that wonderful practice. I was too late to sign up for your online course, but will definitely take the next one you offer. The idea of adding art to a journal really appeals to me. Happy New Year….you have inspired me!
pavlova
January 9, 2009
Aren’t they fun? There is so much opportunity out there for creativity. The next class will start in early February, so watch the newsletter. I was going to start it in late January, but I’m slammed with business training. –Q
quinncreative
January 9, 2009
i’ve been following your blog now for a while via bloglines and with this post I just HAD to comment! they are beautiful!!
Daphne
January 9, 2009
They really do seem fun, don’t they? –Q
quinncreative
January 9, 2009
How fun! It would be a great challenge to try something from the natural world – say a wildflower or bird – and use the words to describe the various parts. Rather a learning map and a piece of art combined into one. Awesome idea. Thanks for sharing.
Bo
January 9, 2009
Great idea! And in colored pencil, it would be even more interesting! —Q
quinncreative
January 9, 2009
yes true…i just get all the pics through my mail..i found that its great & then decide to share it to all..still dont know who made it….
at tahrel
January 10, 2009
It would be a even better if you gave the artist’s name or linked to their websites. I’d sure like to give the artist credit. –Q
quinncreative
January 10, 2009