Show Up - Journal With and Creative Pep Talk

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7 жыл бұрын

This was a top level video for patreon - This video is being shared with the public due to my patrons thinking it needed to be out and shared - Thankyou Inkies
My Journal is an A5 Sojurner : sojournerusa.net/
The Notebook I use is from Nanami Paper : nanamipaper.com/
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Supplies used within this Video
Base Page was created using :-
Distress Stains in the following (this was shown in the couch bag video as I was showing you how the shades looked)
Picked Raspberry
Peacock Feathers
Candied Apple
Squeezed Lemonade
There was also washi tape randomly placed on the page before I began.
I used two graphite pencils
1x Neon Pink Staedtler from Krisztina I found one similar here
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1 x Tikky Graphic Mechanical Pencil 1.0
Cult Pens
Jet Pens
Eckersleys
Daniel Smith Half Pans
Phthalo Turquoise
Quin Gold
Opera Pink (mixed with quin gold to make a peachy cheek pop)
Indigo
All half pans are purchased from Shandra on Etsy
Prismacolour Pencils - Various Colours, I got my whole set from Ebay, but many stores stock them in different sets sizes.
Rotring Tikky Graphic Pen in 0.1 (used for all types of line thickness)
I get my pens from Artsup and Eckersley's
JetpensiHp Sprocket - Used to print out my family pics
Liquitex Muted Grey Acrylic Ink

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@cathycreates 5 жыл бұрын

I've got OCD. This was so relatable. I’ve recently sponsored you on Patreon because you are so talented and your work makes me happy and it’s making me be more adventurous with my journal. Thank you.

@reikiessence11 5 жыл бұрын

I showered and took my medication. That was the most I could do. Your work however, and words, helped me feel less alone. Thank you

@themel8542 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! Please do not apologize fot the video being so long - I could listen to you forever while I'm working in my art journal! You're a huge inspiration to me.

@mebearcreations 6 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous page! And yes, this video was very helpful. I struggle with anxiety, depression and fatigue too and I find it a huge inspiration killer. I can sit behind my art table for hours doing nothing. Just pulling one journal after another, going through inspirational magazines, looking on Pinterest... The problem might be I get stuck in my head too much. I always tend to overthink everything, but on bad days my overthinking paralysis me. I find it even more admirable you started with an illustration on your bad day. But you're very right! You need to show up. Inspiration has to find you creating 😊. I've been watching two long videos by you while coffee dying the pages in my journal. Now I feel up to doing some illustration 😊 I also love how much you show and share how your pages are done, technical wise. You're very generous when you share that kind of information. I've been in paid classes that share less. So a big thank you for all you put out there!

@norkalepsy Жыл бұрын

Exactly the kind of video i needed. Ive been drawing for years but new to watercolor and this is sooo helpful. From the beginning voice over to the in depth ending, thank you so much. You motivated me to draw little creatures now 🥰🥰🥰

@DogplayBDA 7 жыл бұрын

Dear Courtney, thank you for sharing your vulnerability as a 20+ year battler of Anxiety and depression i appreciate your raw honest with your video. Love and light Philippa

@dinafair4576 7 жыл бұрын

This was incredibly helpful! I am new to art... paper crafting... drawing, so your comment of Show Up.. speaks to me. Glennon Doyle Melton gave a TED talk once and through all of her stuff... and it was serious stuff... she came to the realization that she had to show up and do the next right thing. That speaks to me so often... even though our stuff may be different really all we have to do is "Just Show Up and Do The Next Right Thing! " Be well my friend!

@kathrynsargent5769 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Courtney, for letting us in when you felt down. Days like that are so hard to get going on. I really needed your reminder to start light and gently add layers to build up dark areas. Sometimes, I get impatient and heavy-handed. This is one of the best pieces I've seen you do! I love all of your line work, and those colors are to die for. (I made two Nook Dwellers, this week, and made sure to credit you as my inspiration, in my journal.)

@danielamedivi1 7 жыл бұрын

You are right. I should do this un my dark days, that Is when I nerd an outlet the most!

@SL_SimWorks 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing this. I suffer from depression and anxiety too, and I always abandon my artwork when the darkness closes in on me. You have inspired me to show up and be creative anyway instead of hiding in my room.

@gwirithil1 7 жыл бұрын

You did the hard thing, and the art that came out of climbing out of that awful place is wonderful and beautiful. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful piece and your technique.

@paisleypeacock1001 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your candor!! I too suffer from paralyzing anxiety at times and I have a magnet in my studio that says Just Show Up! but sometimes I am so paralyzed that I never make to the studio to see the damn magnet SO I am going to link this video to my cellphone dashboard so I can play it every time I need a reminder that relief is just through that doorway, I just need walk through it. It's also comforting to know I am not alone. ❤❤

@apocalypse_frau 6 жыл бұрын

I love this. I needed to hear every word and see every feeling illustrated. Thanks for the inspiration and for picking me up before I fell to far. 💕

@helloashilli 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing "we show up. We do the hard things." Is probably going to be a mantra at some point

@vickysimons5477 7 жыл бұрын

I always feel better after watching and listening to you. You are an amazing young woman. Thank you Courtney for sharing your thoughts and feelings.

@dawncarr9948 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing. I absolutely love your work. You really do inspire me . And it's nice to know that I'm not the only one out there fighting against depression and anxiety! We all have our days don't we. ❤❤❤

@dhowell9000 7 жыл бұрын

You are one of my favorites to watch Courtney! I find I learn something every time you post! Beautiful page, thank you for sharing!

@beckysoules4618 7 жыл бұрын

I am so pleased that you addressed how to use colored pencil and watercolor together! I was also interested in your comments on line work and it's importance along with shading tips you hit some of the most needed areas for me.

@anap.8236 6 жыл бұрын

I absolutely enjoyed watching your process as you encourage others. Yes, keep creating out of every emotion for it sparks joy and inner peace not only for you and others.

@janemilitello7833 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing from a vulnerable place. It helped me to realize what you are putting into your work and reflecting on how to apply that to myself. Also explaining your techniques, use of mediums, and brand of same is extremely helpful. Today was my first time developing little creatures and I so enjoyed it. I can see I have layers and layers to learn and apply and I am looking forward to it all. Blessings.

@jessicaouzts7062 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your encouragement at the beginning of your video! Some days I just need to remember it's about the art it's about the process and I just need to keep moving forward.

@tinapanna3613 7 жыл бұрын

Your video spoke to me today/this week- been going thru my own emotional drudgery... your art just inspires me. Feel lighter & brighter soon.😘❤️💕

@latinaartista36 7 жыл бұрын

I loved this video. The techniques are something that I enjoy learning and listening to you talk about how your work has saved your life gives me hope that my daughters art will pull her thru her days that she suffers from anxiety. I will have to have her watch this video too. Thank you for sharing your struggles. It helps us more than you know. Sending you much love and gratitude.

@AKCaraboo 7 жыл бұрын

Love this so much! I think your a wonderful teacher, whether you are talking about your art or life! Sending you big hugs and happy thoughts!!

@michellehenry5019 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your candor and openness. You have helped me beyond measure.

@MDutton 7 жыл бұрын

I loved this video Courtney! I just love your little creature, and your family wrapped in its arms. I fell in love with the little creature because it reminds me very much of a book are used to read to my children…."Where the Wild Things Are"..... goodness that was probably 30 years ago! Love this honey, thank you for sharing!!💖💖

@Vickilanegan 7 жыл бұрын

bellelovespaper I was thinking the same thing. :)

@madelinem6862 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love this. Sharing your emotional process and art tips together is really inspiring to me, as I've been working through depression. Thank you so much for sharing, please keep it coming 💜

@123.ABC.33 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing how art saves and makes us whole again, such a help to us all. tfs

@CraftyMilou 6 жыл бұрын

Love it! Thank you so much for explaining everything! It will definitely help me!! I can learn a lot from you, not only creatively wise, but also about keep going with depression and anxiety! Lots of love!

@KEGon13 7 жыл бұрын

yes! you gave great info and a fabulous artist thank you for sharing

@paulamahood6767 5 жыл бұрын

Thankyou so much for all of your great little hints, I defin6got a lot out of this video. I hope to see more like this in the future. 💗💗💗

@JoAnneMOwens 5 жыл бұрын

love, love, LOVE what you create, Courtney, thanks for sharing!

@MyLifeMits 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for being such an inspiration.. it couldn't have come at a better time! I know I will be re-watching this many times!! Xoxo

@Disarae1 7 жыл бұрын

This video is my favorite of all! Thank you for sharing

@jlmeehan3k 6 жыл бұрын

This is an amazing video and absolutely everything I needed on this day . Thank you so much for sharing ❤❤

@studieyo3298 7 жыл бұрын

Bless your creative ♥. Loved the life-art process. Your art heals many. Thank you.

@kattastrophy82 7 жыл бұрын

100% this is the best video I have ever saw!!! Can I just play that first half every morning!!! Thanks so much for sharing!!!!

@tisharnihaig5702 7 жыл бұрын

So inspiring ❤️ thankyou Courtney

@laurasvee9931 7 жыл бұрын

Hi I found your channel for the first time today. I'm so very impressed by what you shared from start to finish. I'm not an artist, I've never tried doing anything more than little sketchy "illustrations", but am very interested in trying. I think you did a fantastic job explaining your process, your 'methods' (only word I could think of to replace 'techniques'!) and the reasons behind the page in the first place. I can very much relate the to feelings you described. I, only recently, discovered how therapeutic it is to watercolor on days that I'm struggling. Mind you, for me, watercoloring is merely laying paint on the paper and watching the paint move and do it's thing. I'm excited to see more of your videos. I think I might just pick up a pencil and give this drawing thing a try! 😀

@karensallows9348 7 жыл бұрын

I love what you do. It's so nice of you to share your tips with us. I hope you are feeling better. 🙃

@rowanspindlecreek2658 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. It was super helpful and exactly what I needed. The reminder to show up and to just play, even if we don't feel like hit so close to home.

@imlostnblue 7 жыл бұрын

This was very helpful! Love the reminder to show up! Thanks!!

@KrissiCreates 6 жыл бұрын

I so needed this today ! Obviously much later than it was posted.. But perfect timing! I've been in a real funk !! This was so honest and encouraging !! Thank you!

@coliebencker3149 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing! I needed this today 💙💙💙

@smalefamily9806 6 жыл бұрын

Wow this video is amazing. Thank you for your honesty. Your process. The page itself is awesome!

@ohaijoy 7 жыл бұрын

you're always so inspiring, Courtney! 💕

@fayecook9171 7 жыл бұрын

Well said and a stunning page

@chinacat59 6 жыл бұрын

This is super inspiring! Thank you so much!

@RebelangelTES 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It’s amazing. I dont know how many times ı watch this video. Thank you ıt’s not only helpful but same time ıt’s inspiring

@dianamccay7276 6 жыл бұрын

I love your videos! And yes! This was extremely helpful to me! Even though I’ve always been artistic, I am new to art journaling, so I know very little about how to achieve the results I desire. This video is exactly the info I need! Thank you for sharing what you do and how (and why) you do it, I very much appreciate it!

@paulasaraiva7136 7 жыл бұрын

oh how I do relate to you so much, I love making little creatures as well and they also always carry my mood. hope you feeling better ;) xxx love love your videos sweetie !

@Rleetuber 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you😊 I will treasure this video, as it teaches so many important lessons: vulnerability, courage, and great art instructions.

@JackieXje 2 жыл бұрын

Love you to!!!! So lovely your spread. 🥰😍

@deborahdettor1694 7 жыл бұрын

Yes, wonderful info from you...very helpful line information. Thanks so very much for sharing! 😃🔆

@ainhoareal7685 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such an amazing video and an amazing piece of art. I loved how you've managed a low point of depression and anxiety with the things that you enjoy doing and made a beautiful illustration, and also a meaningful reminder for the coming lower times. I will try it out myself too when my anxiety strikes again, you are an inspiration. Loved the video! Keep doing what you do! ^^

@LucyVanPelt8 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. Very inspirational. Always love your videos. I hope today is a better day for you. Xx

@Kathycamps 7 жыл бұрын

Love this Kourtney! Totally helped me. Thank you for sharing

@gocapturecreate3320 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Courtney, this video helped to remind me to just create rather than thinking about creating and regretting that i didnt doing anything and wasting days of not creating

@dropstitchknittr 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this. You are truly an inspiration....and an enabler - I order the Seven Seas blank journal this morning ;)

@valeriejohnson2367 7 жыл бұрын

Me too! Not a good day...BUT. I saw a new video from you and I feel a little better......thanks !🙏 Your "teaching" is perfect and inspirational.......your on the right track

@KatrinaSwaim 6 жыл бұрын

I love everything about this page. Absolutely everything! (I love my bubble people, too!)

@pameehanson1764 7 жыл бұрын

This was what I needed❤️ We all have those hard struggle moments in life, my husband is very ill and I forgot the joy of just my doodles, I learned from you to release that feeling with drawing the feeling. I saw hope in your creature that although darkness around it was the bits of light and photos gave it depth and hope in the moment of fear! 🌸

@gpgpjournals3930 7 жыл бұрын

Great job! It helps greatly to understand how to add the texture layers with the pencils and the details about the wax ect

@Amyduckie 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! You're so brave to post this. I really need a kick in the butt to show up too. Journalling has helped me realise that I can be creative in all sorts of ways. For me, I just enjoy watching your process, but that's because I'm an artist myself and the inspiration matters most to me. But I really felt this video was incredibly educational and so many people can learn so much from you.

@missyleevillalobos2123 7 жыл бұрын

Your page is. Beautiful! Thank you for sharing😘

@charlottebendrey8932 7 жыл бұрын

Courtney, I have to say you inspire me constantly. It's not always easy to show up but by introducing me into the world of creative journalling, you've helped me face my fears and turn bad feelings into good ones, thank you.

@essiem6039 7 жыл бұрын

Love this, and it HELP us. Thx.

@stephaniestephenson6662 5 жыл бұрын

This is so beautiful x

@stephaniem999 7 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad your patrons wanted to share with us. I've watched this twice today. This second time I'm out of bed, I'm in that place today. The only difference is I've been in and out of it for 3 weeks, I know what's causing it, and I knew it was coming a week before that with a heavy feeling of dread and foreboding that ruined an otherwise good week. Thanks to this video I forced myself to get out of bed and do something and now hopeful about tomorrow. 💚💚

@missyramos8173 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you this video was inspiring and beautiful!

@moonlightcabin9395 7 жыл бұрын

I really needed to see this. Thank you for making this. Sometimes half the battle is actually showing up. It's a victory within itself! I hope you're feeling much better. Your art is awesome! I love the line work!

@LittleRavenInk 6 жыл бұрын

+Moonlight Cabin thank you darling, it's amazing what a little bit of time with my journal can do for the soul. I'm glad this helped u some way! Thanks for watching xx

@sherdennis1698 7 жыл бұрын

Beautiful creature!! I have been helped from your supportive words today thank you.

@PhoebesWorldProductions 7 жыл бұрын

Yeah. I'm having that type of day too. Extreme anxiety, and feeling rather down lately, and extra so today. And yes, Art DOES save lives. And it has saved mine, too. Thank you for doing this video. It is a powerful message, and a great and meaningful journal page. *hugs* (if that's ok).

@corinnecurtis5145 7 жыл бұрын

Super cute page and really helpful info! Thank you.

@Insidekimsworld 7 жыл бұрын

OMG! I needed this so bad. I just crawled out of bed, knowing I had to face the day, wondering how I was going to make it through the day. You are an angel today. 🕊Peace & Blessings🙏🏻

@patriciastubbs7605 7 жыл бұрын

This is valuable and needed for me ! TFS !

@greylady1958 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for inspiring me to pick up my watercolors and brushes and do some art journaling. I do hope you are feeling better

@MicahMoonKitten 7 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this and it has inspired me to art journal today! thanks for sharing :)

@CraftingVicky 6 жыл бұрын

Love it and yes sometimes it's not easy to show up...

@janeh4273 7 жыл бұрын

Super inspirational to me as I am going through some dark times with depression and anxiety. All I can say is thank you 😊

@annamarieh333 7 жыл бұрын

Hi I'm lousy at art and journaling but I love it. I have anxiety too and I stay in my room for hours and watch videos but now I've been trying to do more and your talks do help and it feels good to know I'm not alone.

@tinapanna3613 7 жыл бұрын

Best "teaching" lesson. Super helpful...

@stampartiste9318 6 жыл бұрын

Thank u! I feel fear and sadness and needed some understanding. Your video process gave me that and I am grateful for this

@LittleRavenInk 6 жыл бұрын

+Stamp Artiste xox much love, happy this video helped in some little way have a beautiful day and thankyou for taking the time to watch

@ArtJournalJunkie 7 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry to hear you had a down day but I'm pleased you were able to overcome it. Your use of watercolors and pencils is very helpful. I've just bought a set of Prismacolors and was a bit hesitant to start using them. Now after watching your video I feel heaps more confident. Thank you!

@AmaranthineArt 7 жыл бұрын

This has to be one of the most useful videos I've ever watched, I adore you're honesty about mental health and how art helps you, I hope more people can talk this openly about it to help break the stigma around MH 😊 I love your creature and creative thinking process, thanks for sharing and I hope today is a better day for you ❤️ xx

@Vickilanegan 7 жыл бұрын

I always love your videos, but I so loved how this turned out. :) ♡ I just absolutely love everything about it! ♡ Especially the creature. It reminded me not only of you but of a story book illustration. :) ♡ TFS! :)

@bevfromoz 7 жыл бұрын

Yes more of everything you mentioned loved this video and just drew my first Courtney monster lol I remember doing classes with you years ago..my depression has been charging in a lot lately and my joy of art has suffered so I'm looking for new challengers to get me motivated ,love how you explain everything you use and why...Hugz bev

@amylsennick455 5 жыл бұрын

You definitely do not suck....I love what you do and finally yesterday I attempted a "person". Not the best but ok....I am goung to keep going. Ty for what you do....I too have mental issues....thank you

@TheJournalCEO 7 жыл бұрын

I love watching. o-o :) I can relate all too well about dark days and depression, and love how you found some hope and healing with art. I got into journal collaging for a while a few years back, and I think it really saved my ass at the time. I've been meaning to get back into it at some point, and might even have to add some watercolors after seeing things like this.

@LittleRavenInk 6 жыл бұрын

+TheJournalCEO collage is my first love, I could collage for the rest of my days and be content. Second would be watercolour and illustration, but even then I seem to sneak collage into that! Glad this helped you in some way xox

@sangitaneighbour 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much...xxx

@cherylclough4309 7 жыл бұрын

Great video,,, thanks for sharing.

@josiesmuse7491 7 жыл бұрын

Wow Courtney well done you xx

@Agbabee 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@aliciamarie9586 7 жыл бұрын

Sending love, Ms. Courtney💛

@aliciamarie9586 7 жыл бұрын

Please, please, please, please keep sharing!!

@curlyhappy-ju5cn 6 жыл бұрын

Hi thank you so much for sharing this video your video found me on one of those days when the darkness hit so i sat and watched all the way through listened to your thoughts and advice the way you teach and everything spoke to me please make more videos everything like this one talking about how you make the lines different thickness etc and how you felt helped me also you made me get up and do something. Thank you X

@LittleRavenInk 6 жыл бұрын

+curly6606 happy I am so glad this helped you when you needed it, it's why I made it, Even if it only helped one person I had done my job! Take care darling xx

@cazyoung5887 5 жыл бұрын

I too suffer like yourself, and I also work through it with doing daily art, it does help tfs x

@grinningneko5480 6 жыл бұрын

Literally watching this video while doing watercolor+colored pencil and had to move my hand further back from the nib. I was like, "oh.... That's a lot better!" So yes, helpful video for me, thanks!

@LittleRavenInk 6 жыл бұрын

+Grinning Neko so awesome to hear! Nice and loose! Enjoy the new pencil hold! Thanks for watching x

@willowmuck 7 жыл бұрын

I so needed this today my father in law whom we live with unexpectedly passed away yesterday and i just cant seem to do anything your video males me think I may try to journal later thanks and hugs

@Blossom2Titus 7 жыл бұрын

The more detailed the better for me, I am drawn to watercolor and drawing. I am a novice at both.😊 Thanks for sharing.

@LittleRavenInk 6 жыл бұрын

+Blossom2Titus I'm no means a pro either! I just dabble a lot hehe! Happy cresting x

@susanweller2121 7 жыл бұрын

Beautiful and poignant. I am proud of you for showing up. I suffer from depression and anxiety and am rarely able to do that. I shall push myself harder. Thank you for opening yourself up to the community. I know I am not the only one who got great benefit from your video.