31 Days of Faith Art Journaling Day 14

31 Days of Faith Art Journaling 

Day 14: Derwent Art Bars, Ric Rac, Buttons 

Forget the former things: do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing

Isaiah 43:18-19

 

We are nearly half way up the mountain.  Day 14! This journey is helping me in so many ways. Sometimes its so hard to make time to do things you enjoy! . I had to decide to but myself on my own "to do" list and not feel guilty about it. No regrets here! Moving forward!



 

Today I am playing with Derwent Art water-soluble wax bar. Let's see what in store!! 

Let's Begin!

 

 

 

Materials Used

Derwent Art Bars

Ric Rac

Rose Ribbons

Old buttons

Bic Correction fluid

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Directions

 

1. Coat the page with Gesso..

2. Apply Art Bar with random shapes for coverage

3. Spray water and blend colors

4. Outline the shapes

5. Apply buttons using a glue gun

6. Apply Ric Rac and rose ribbon with glue gun.

7. Doodling and stamping

 



 

Scripture Journaling 

Print out or write scripture or quote. 

 

"If holding on is disturbing your peace, it's time to let go." Iyanla Vanzant

 

It finally accepted  that I couldn't soar with the weight of my past occupying space in my heart. I carried baggage so long, I thought it was simply who I was. But I remember crying out to the Lord...I remember agonizing on my knees, "Lord, help me! I am dying inside!" The Lord gave me the strength to release my past. Now I have a past. But my past doesn't have me.

 



 

Are you struggling with something in your past that you want the Lord to release you from? Write about it. What would freedom look like?

Prayer: Dear Lord, You saved me from the lies of my past. You allowed me to cry my last tear for that situation. I praise You and give You all the glory and honor. Now I can soar in Your name. My heart is open to the things of You. Lord, I love you. In Jesus Name. Amen.

31 Days of Faith Art Journaling Day 13

31 Days of Faith Art Journaling 

Day 13: India Ink, Acrylic Ink 

We Love because He first Loves us.

1 John 4:19

 

Today marks Day 13 of 31 Days of Faith Art Journaling. Thirteen...Promise of God.  I  am super excited about this transformative day!  I believe the Lord's promises recognizing that while waiting, I am renewing my strength in the Him.



 

 

Today I am using India Ink. I am using a paint brush to apply the ink. I love the way it applied to the page. Come along and enjoy! 

 

Let's Begin!

 

 

Materials Used

Black India Ink

Acrylic Inks

Gesso

Acrylic Paints

Color fluid chalk

Red Oil Pastel

White Stamper Pen

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Directions

 

1. Coat the page with Gesso.

2. Apply Jade acrylic paint to cover the page.

3. Free hand a tree with black India Ink. Apply with a thin brush.

4. Apply yellow and pink acrylic paint along the edges

5. Draw a heart and apply read oil pastel. Blend.

6. Use markers for doodling





 

Scripture Journaling

Print out or write scripture.

 

It's been a great day,  beginning with church this morning, spending time with family and creating with art journaling.

 

Reading 1 John 4 15-19 was right on time! Imagine fear not abiding in Love.  Imagine perfect Love driving out fear. Powerful words! I think about when I was young and all I was taught was fear....fear of coming, fear of going, fear of speaking, fear of being heard, fear of not being accepted, fear of the Lord not loving me because I felt imperfect.

 

 

1 John 4:19 reminds me of how to love....and the reason to love. My life changed when I accepted that I was able to love and that Christ loved me first. That's something to shout about!

 

Prayer: Dear Lord, thank You for Your Son, Jesus. Thank You for loving me first. Thank You for the courage to create art in Your name. Lord, continue to lead and guide me and I will continue to follow. In Jesus Name. Amen.

31 Days of Faith Art Journaling Day 12

31 Days of Faith Art Journaling 

Day 12: Gouache Acrylic 

Happy are those who hope is in the Lord their God.

Psalm 146:5

 

Today marks Day 12 of 31 Days of Faith Art Journaling. I am using Gouache acrylic paint pots. I have never used these paints before. So, I am not sure what to expect. I am open to mistakes and challenges as well as wonderful surprises!

 

 

 

Let's Begin!



  

 

Materials Used

Gouache Acrylic Paints

Black paint

White Paint

Gesso

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Directions

 

1. I started with painting from the Gouache pots making random designs.

2. Using a stamp made from meat foam packaging, made little white dots.

3. Trace the lid of a jar to make a large black circle.

4. Random doodling

 



 

Scripture Journaling 

Print out or write scripture and glue to card stock. 

 

Lessons learned

*Gouache acrylic is very fast drying. So I couldn't maneuver it as easily as regular acrylics.

*Gouache acrylics are thick and rough which should be mixed with water or another media.

*Gouache acrylics colors are bold.

Overall I enjoyed this experience and will continue to experiment. I think the quick drying will be beneficial when a hair dryer or heat gun is not an option.

 

 



 

 

As I completed this page and thought about the scripture, I thought about the Christmas season and how so many people lose hope. I prayed for those who are struggling and can't find a clear way out of their situation. The worst for any of us is to lose hope.

 

The scripture spoke to me when I meditated on "whose HOPE is in the Lord their God". That's the key. Your hope has be in the Lord. We make so many little things in our lives gods. I pray for focus and to be able to encourage myself. I can truly say, I am happy and my hope is in the Lord, my God!

 

Prayer: Dear Lord, I pray for continued hope in You. Your are Alpha and Omega. Thank You for never leaving or forsaking me. In Jesus Name. Amen.

 

 

31 Days of Faith Art Journaling Day 11

31 Days of Faith Art Journaling 

Day 11: Water Soluble Oil Pastels

With Bling

 

And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. John 8:32

 

Welcome to Day 11 of 31 Days of Faith Art Journaling. Today I am using the water soluble oil pastels again. This time I decided to use water to see if I would like it. I was pleased. I love the creaminess of the pastels.. I am excited about discovering new ways to use the water soluble pastels.

 

Ok, let’s continue to ride the wave!!



 

 

 

Let’s  Begin!!!

 

 



 

Materials used

Water Soluble Oil Pastels

White Correction Pen

White Pitt Artist Pen

Black Permanent Marker

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Beginning Process

1. Cover the substrate with oil pastels..
2. Rub to blend the pastels.
3. Apply water using a brush…allow to dry
4. Doodle with markers and correction pen

I am using Portfolio Oil Pastels

 

Scripture Journaling

1. Print or write your scripture onto card stock
2. Adhere to page with Mod Podge
3. Apply a little bling 

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I really enjoyed reading John 8. The chapter had so much in it.  As I am writing, I am listening to the song, Let Go and Let God. It’s all connected for me. Letting go and allowing God to show me who I AM in Him was the single most power miracle that changed my life! Years I spent searching , worrying and not understanding….or maybe not believing. But the truth of who I AM in Christ set me free from the lies that held me captive to my past. 



 

Knowing that I have a purpose and nothing about my life was a mistake, helped resurrect something deep that was already in me.  I praise God for saving me and loving me while I am perfectly imperfect.

 

Do you have a “But God” testimony?

 

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for Your Amazing Grace. Thank You for who I am in You. Lord you never left me. I am truly grateful. I praise Your name.  In Jesus Name. Amen.

31 Days of Faith Art Journaling Day 10

31 Days of Faith Art Journaling 

Day 10: Water Soluble Oil Pastels

 

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your understanding.

Proverbs 3:5

 

Woo Hoo! We have reached double digits!!! Day 10. This has been the most amazing journey. Though I have been journaling scriptures, I am also reading before and after the selected scripture. I sing to myself, listen to music or journal in the quietness of the morning. This journey is helping  me so much to hear from the Lord in this season. I pray this journey is  creating a deeper level of journaling for you.

 

 

 

Let's Begin!

 

Materials Used

Paper

Water Soluble Oil Pastels

Sharpie Permanent Marker

 

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Directions

 

1. Be free and allow yourself to draw , make circles or any design.

2. Rub the pastel to blend the colors. Pastels are very creamy and so much fun.

3. Outline focal points in black. Rub to blend

4. Seal your work

 

When working with oil pastels the chalk can transfer to other pages. You can seal with a fixative, spray varnish or frame your work. All spraying should be done outside. Currently, I don’t have a fixative, but read some where, you could use hair spray or matt medium. I will let you know how either of these works.

 

 

 

Scripture Journaling

 

Journal in the corners of your work.

 



 

 

My love for the Bible began in 3^rd grade when Mrs. Powell use to read Bible stories each day. When I tried reading at home, I was often left confused and frustrated. Yet I was determined at age 9 or so to read the whole Bible. Still on a journey to listen to God through His Word, I have learned to pray for wisdom when studying the scripture. The same scripture may speak to me differently depending on what’s going on in my life. I find that amazing!



 

Was there ever a time when you handled or reacted in a situation before praying about it and the results less than favorable?

 

Prayer: Dear Lord, I ask that You always go before me. If it is your will for me to understand certain situations, I will follow You. If it is Your will to prepare me for Divine answers, I trust You. In Jesus Name. Amen

 

 

31 Days of Art Journaling Day 9

31 Days of Faith Art Journaling

 

Day 9: Acrylic Ink

 

In EVERYTHING give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.

1 Thessalonians 5:18

 

What a marvelous day this is..Day 9! I woke up this morning with my body feeling ill. I knew in that moment to and stop and pray. I prayed for comfort, relief and healing. I prayed to be able to focus on what the Lord was doing in my life right now.....not my circumstances. I am feeling thankful! What about you?

 

Let's Begin!

 

 

Materials Used

Paper

Acrylic Ink

Gesso

Permanent Marker

Skewer

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Directions

 

1. Place droplets of ink and spread on your paper using a small brush. You can mix the color using the color wheel.

2. Stamp floral designs with Gesso

3. Use marker to color in petals and stems.

4. Dip skewer in Gesso to make dots all over.

 

 

 

Scripture Journaling 

Journal along the side and around the stems. 

 

 

 

 

Even when things aren't going our way or our bodies aren't feeling the best, there is so much to be thankful for. In this moment decide to have words of thanksgiving always on your lips. To God Be The Glory.

 

What are you thankful for at this moment?

 

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for my life, health, and strength. Thank You for my family and friends who love and pray for me. Thank You, Lord for Your grace and mercy. In Jesus Name. Amen.

 

 

31 Days of Faith Art Journaling Day 8

 31 Days of Faith Art Journaling

Day 8: Spray Ink, Stencils, Masks

 

Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert. Isaiah 43:19

 

Today marks Day 8 for this Faith Art Journaling….A New Beginning. The Lord has been challenging me to be more, to expect more and to give more. I have been challenged to extend  past my comfort zone and allow the Lord to use me through my creative gifts. I heard the call to do this month ago. Journaling has always been a part of my life. I love to doodle. I love to sew.

But art journaling, Lord?

Trust Me!

I am self-taught. I don’t know all the processes and techniques.

Trust Me!

Lord, You Lead. I will follow.

Trust Me!

 

Let’s Begin!

 



 

Materials Used

Paper

Dylusions Ink Spray

Plastic canvas

Foam mask

White paint writer

White Bic correction pen

Washi Tape

Black marker

White Pitt Marker

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Directions

1. Place stencils and mask in random order on the page.

2. Spray first color of ink. (use a paper to absorb the excess ink)

3. Rearrange the order of the stencils and mask

4. Spray second color.

5. Continue to alternate with other colors or stencils.

6. Doodle with markers

 

 

Paper towel will be used to collage in a project later

 

A little doodling



 

It's a little bright....I'll take that!

 



 

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Scripture Journaling

There is so much in this scripture text. I am going back to meditate more. This scripture was on my heart all day. It’s day 8, a New Beginning. I praise the Lord for this new start in my life. I finally understand that I am transitioning. He is taking me through. I don’t know where He is leading me, but I trust the Lord anyway. That’s really my testimony….I trust the Lord for this new season of transition in my life.

 

 

 



 

Can you remember a time when the Lord transitioned you? Did you have to leave people behind? Habits? Places?