I was so struck by this…

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…art journal page by one of my absolute FAVORITE art journalers, Judy Wise.  I'm hoping to take a class with her someday soon.  I keep peeking at her teaching schedule and hoping that the stars will align.

In the meantime, I've been playing in my art journal and thought I'd share a few photos:

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I've taken to pre-creating backgrounds and carrying my art journal in my purse.  Then, while I'm waiting for the bus or sitting on a bench somewhere, I just pull it out and start writing.

Here are some eye-candy links to other art journals:

Have a great day!

Julie Fei-Fan Balzer

Based outside of Boston, Julie Fei-Fan Balzer is a painter, printmaker, and collage artist who constructs vibrant compositions. Her artwork investigates the interplay of identity and perception, inviting viewers to take a longer look. Julie works in layers, both physically and metaphorically, exploring what is visible and what is concealed. Passionate about connecting with and inspiring other artists, she shares her expertise through in-person workshops and her online classroom at MyArtPractice.com. Julie's achievements include high-profile clients, multiple publications - including her book, “Carve Stamp Play” - and exhibits in New York City and throughout Massachusetts. She is a graduate of Brown University.

32 thoughts on “Nothing Will Rob Me Of Joy

  • What a coincidence…
    I just took photos of my art journal pages for the Dina Wakley class I was doing and then I saw yours and thought you might’ve been doing it too.
    I like your pages. They’re fresh and fun.

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  • What a coincidence…
    I just took photos of my art journal pages for the Dina Wakley class I was doing and then I saw yours and thought you might’ve been doing it too.
    I like your pages. They’re fresh and fun.

    Reply
  • What a coincidence…
    I just took photos of my art journal pages for the Dina Wakley class I was doing and then I saw yours and thought you might’ve been doing it too.
    I like your pages. They’re fresh and fun.

    Reply
  • What a coincidence…
    I just took photos of my art journal pages for the Dina Wakley class I was doing and then I saw yours and thought you might’ve been doing it too.
    I like your pages. They’re fresh and fun.

    Reply
  • Love those pages- gorgeous colors! And of course I love the Yogi Bera (or how ever he is written- LOL) quote! It is my favorite quote by him 🙂

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  • Love those pages- gorgeous colors! And of course I love the Yogi Bera (or how ever he is written- LOL) quote! It is my favorite quote by him 🙂

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  • Love those pages- gorgeous colors! And of course I love the Yogi Bera (or how ever he is written- LOL) quote! It is my favorite quote by him 🙂

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  • Love those pages- gorgeous colors! And of course I love the Yogi Bera (or how ever he is written- LOL) quote! It is my favorite quote by him 🙂

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  • I especially love the “summer” background!

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  • I especially love the “summer” background!

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  • I especially love the “summer” background!

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  • I especially love the “summer” background!

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  • Very cool! I think an art journal may just be my next undertaking…
    Hope you’re having a great summer!

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  • Very cool! I think an art journal may just be my next undertaking…
    Hope you’re having a great summer!

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  • Very cool! I think an art journal may just be my next undertaking…
    Hope you’re having a great summer!

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  • Very cool! I think an art journal may just be my next undertaking…
    Hope you’re having a great summer!

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  • Your pages are so bright and summery! I lovethat! 🙂

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  • Your pages are so bright and summery! I lovethat! 🙂

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  • Your pages are so bright and summery! I lovethat! 🙂

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  • Your pages are so bright and summery! I lovethat! 🙂

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  • These are so cool Julie, that first one really makes one pause…I agree.
    Your spreads are just waiting for the next step! Beautiful!
    Have fun at CHA this year, can’t wait to see your re-cap of the events….last year your “reporting” was the best! =)
    Jen

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  • These are so cool Julie, that first one really makes one pause…I agree.
    Your spreads are just waiting for the next step! Beautiful!
    Have fun at CHA this year, can’t wait to see your re-cap of the events….last year your “reporting” was the best! =)
    Jen

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  • These are so cool Julie, that first one really makes one pause…I agree.
    Your spreads are just waiting for the next step! Beautiful!
    Have fun at CHA this year, can’t wait to see your re-cap of the events….last year your “reporting” was the best! =)
    Jen

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  • These are so cool Julie, that first one really makes one pause…I agree.
    Your spreads are just waiting for the next step! Beautiful!
    Have fun at CHA this year, can’t wait to see your re-cap of the events….last year your “reporting” was the best! =)
    Jen

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  • Love your bright fun joyous pages!!
    you are a great inspiration for me to finally finish my art journal!
    I am a fellow right at home design team member and was just stopping by to admire your work,,,,,,,,,,,,, GREAT JOB!!
    You can visit me here http://kristietaylor.blogspot.com/

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  • Love your bright fun joyous pages!!
    you are a great inspiration for me to finally finish my art journal!
    I am a fellow right at home design team member and was just stopping by to admire your work,,,,,,,,,,,,, GREAT JOB!!
    You can visit me here http://kristietaylor.blogspot.com/

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  • Love your bright fun joyous pages!!
    you are a great inspiration for me to finally finish my art journal!
    I am a fellow right at home design team member and was just stopping by to admire your work,,,,,,,,,,,,, GREAT JOB!!
    You can visit me here http://kristietaylor.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  • Love your bright fun joyous pages!!
    you are a great inspiration for me to finally finish my art journal!
    I am a fellow right at home design team member and was just stopping by to admire your work,,,,,,,,,,,,, GREAT JOB!!
    You can visit me here http://kristietaylor.blogspot.com/

    Reply

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