December 29, 2024 • 14 mins
50 Art Journal Prompts List
Could art journaling unlock a reservoir of creativity and personal transformation within you? This episode promises to guide you through an inspiring journey into the realm of art journaling, drawing inspiration from Lestallion's insightful blog post, "50 Art Journal Prompts List." We explore five captivating categories: self-expression, memory, emotions and healing, dreaming and imagining, and nature. Each category offers unique prompts that ignite your imagination and allow you to express personal stories, regardless of your artistic background. From doodling your day into a timeline to exploring your dreams through vision boards, these prompts are designed to make the process accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
As we weave through the therapeutic benefits of art journaling, we reveal how it fosters self-discovery and personal growth. Visualize your aspirations, reflect on changes in your life, and embrace gratitude and forgiveness through creative expression. Whether you're sketching a nostalgic item or capturing your favorite weather, art journaling is a delightful way to nurture yourself and find meaning in everyday moments. This episode is your invitation to grab some colorful supplies, embrace an open mind, and embark on a transformative journey of creativity and self-exploration. Get ready to explore the power of art journaling and how it can enrich your life profoundly.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
All right, so many of you have been requesting this
and I'm so excited to finallydive in.
Speaker 2 (00:05):
Yeah, this should be fun.
Speaker 1 (00:06):
Today we're taking a deep dive into art journaling
prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:09):
Ooh, lots of creative energy flowing already.
I can feel it.
Speaker 1 (00:13):
Specifically, we're looking at this list from
Lestallion.
They put out a blog post called50 Art Journal Prompts List.
Speaker 2 (00:20):
Lestallion, those are the journal people right.
Speaker 1 (00:22):
Exactly.
And what's cool is theyemphasize that these prompts are
for anyone, not justexperienced artists.
Speaker 2 (00:28):
I like that.
So often people think you needto be super talented to even
start.
Speaker 1 (00:32):
Totally.
But here it's like just grab ajournal, any journal, and let's
get creative.
And they've broken it down sonicely 50 prompts, but organized
into five categories.
Right, so we can exploredifferent aspects of ourselves
through these prompts.
Should we jump into the firstcategory?
Speaker 2 (00:47):
let's do it.
What's first?
Speaker 1 (00:48):
self-expression prompts.
These are all about tappinginto well expressing yourself
makes sense one that caught myeye is all about how you feel
today, but you can only useshapes and colors oh, no words
allowed no, just pure visualexpression that's clever.
Speaker 2 (01:03):
Sometimes words just aren't enough to capture those
complex emotions.
Speaker 1 (01:06):
Right, Like how would you even describe a feeling
using only weight words?
Sometimes you need that visualelement.
Speaker 2 (01:14):
Totally.
I can imagine using like aspiky red triangle for
frustration or a soft bluecircle for peace.
Speaker 1 (01:21):
Yes, and there's another one.
It's a color splash page, buteach color represents a
different emotion you feltthroughout the week.
Speaker 2 (01:28):
Oh, like a visual mood tracker almost.
Speaker 1 (01:29):
Exactly, and it could reveal so much Like.
If you see mostly reds andoranges one week, maybe it's a
sign you need some self-care.
Speaker 2 (01:37):
I like that.
Okay, what's the next category?
Speaker 1 (01:39):
Memory prompts.
These are all about wellmemories, preserving those
moments from the past.
Speaker 2 (01:44):
These are all about well memories, preserving those
moments from the past, Nostalgiatime.
Speaker 1 (01:46):
One prompt is to sketch an item you hold dear,
but also write why it matters.
So it's not just visual butemotional too.
Speaker 2 (01:54):
Yeah, like grandma's old locket, you could draw it
but also write about all thememories and feelings it holds.
Speaker 1 (01:59):
Exactly, and there's this then and now prompt, where
you show how something's changedin your life but use
contrasting art styles for eachperiod, so like if you were
drawing your childhood home.
The then part could be in achildlike style and the now more
realistic.
Yes, I love that.
Okay, ready for something alittle deeper?
Speaker 2 (02:18):
Bring it on.
Speaker 1 (02:19):
Emotions and healing prompts.
These are where things getreally interesting, I think.
Speaker 2 (02:24):
This is where art therapy comes in right.
Speaker 1 (02:26):
Absolutely.
One prompt is to represent anemotion you're struggling with,
either abstractly or literally.
Speaker 2 (02:32):
Sometimes it's just easier to draw your anger than
talk about it, you know.
Speaker 1 (02:35):
For sure.
And there's this one aboutdrawing a protective shield
filled with symbols of strengthand resilience.
Speaker 2 (02:41):
Oh, I love that.
Like what are your innerresources, the things that keep
you grounded when things gettough?
Speaker 1 (02:47):
Exactly.
Maybe for someone it's a shieldcovered in images of loved ones
.
For another, it's all aboutnature.
Speaker 2 (02:52):
It's so personal and I think the act of creating that
shield could be incrediblyempowering.
Speaker 1 (02:58):
Okay, two more categories to go.
Let's take a peek at dreamingand imagining prompts.
Speaker 2 (03:02):
Ooh, this sounds fun.
Speaker 1 (03:04):
Right.
This category is like aplayground for creativity.
Speaker 2 (03:06):
Anything goes.
Speaker 1 (03:07):
One prompt is to create a dream landscape of your
ideal world.
No limits, just pure wishfulfillment.
Speaker 2 (03:15):
That's a great way to explore your values, what truly
matters to you.
Speaker 1 (03:19):
And sometimes just visualizing what you want can be
the first step towards makingit happen.
Speaker 2 (03:23):
True.
Then there's a vision boardprompt, but this one encourages
using art materials to make itmore personal.
Speaker 1 (03:29):
Right, not just cutting and pasting images, but
adding your own unique touch.
Speaker 2 (03:34):
Vision boards can be powerful tools, and
incorporating art takes it toanother level.
Speaker 1 (03:38):
Okay, one last category before we take a break
Nature prompts.
These are all about connectingwith well nature.
Speaker 2 (03:45):
I'm already feeling calmer just thinking about it.
Speaker 1 (03:47):
Right One prompt is to draw the view outside your
window, but use colors thatreflect your current mood.
Speaker 2 (03:54):
So, even if it's a boring view, the colors tell the
real story.
Speaker 1 (03:58):
Exactly.
And there's this prompt to useonly natural colors like greens,
browns, blues, to capture thatearthy feeling.
Speaker 2 (04:04):
It's like bringing a little piece of nature right
onto the page, which can be sogrounding.
Speaker 1 (04:08):
Well, there you have it, A whirlwind tour of
Lestallion's five categories ofart journal prompts.
Speaker 2 (04:14):
That was fantastic.
So much to think about, so manycreative possibilities.
Speaker 1 (04:18):
It really is amazing how these simple prompts can
unlock so much potential, isn'tit?
Speaker 2 (04:22):
And I think it reinforces their message Art
journaling is for everyone.
Speaker 1 (04:26):
You don't need to be a pro, you just need to journal
in an open mind.
Speaker 2 (04:29):
And maybe some colorful pens and paints.
Speaker 1 (04:31):
Of course.
So, before we move on, what areyour initial thoughts?
Any prompts that jumped out atyou?
Speaker 2 (04:38):
So many.
I'm already thinking about thatdream landscape one and the
shield of resilience.
Speaker 1 (04:45):
Me too, and that color splash page.
I might actually try that thisweek, but we'll dive deeper into
some specific prompts in thenext part of our deep dive.
Speaker 2 (04:52):
Can't wait.
This is just the beginning.
Folks Get those creative juicesflowing.
Speaker 1 (04:55):
Absolutely.
We'll be back soon to exploreeven more of these amazing
prompts.
Until then, happy journaling.
Speaker 2 (05:01):
And don't forget, let us know what prompts resonate
with you.
We'd love to hear your thoughtsBack for more art journaling
fun.
I hope you've all had time tothink about what your art
journal wants to tell.
Speaker 1 (05:13):
That really stuck with me, that idea.
It's like there's a storywaiting to be uncovered in each
of us.
Speaker 2 (05:17):
And these prompts can help bring those stories to
light right.
Speaker 1 (05:21):
Absolutely.
I think we touched on thetherapeutic benefits last time
but I'd love to explore thatmore.
Speaker 2 (05:30):
Yeah, let's dive deeper into that.
For a lot of folks, artjournaling becomes the safe
space to process emotions.
Speaker 1 (05:33):
Especially the ones that are hard to put into words.
Speaker 2 (05:35):
That's where that prompt about visually
representing a difficult emotioncomes in right.
Speaker 1 (05:40):
Oh yeah, Sometimes it's just easier to draw it out
than try to explain it.
Speaker 2 (05:44):
Like, instead of saying I'm angry, you could I
don't know scribble furiouslywith red crayon.
Speaker 1 (05:50):
Exactly, or maybe it's more abstract, like
swirling colors that capture thefeeling.
Speaker 2 (05:54):
And maybe in doing that and putting it out there
visually you gain some newunderstanding of it.
Speaker 1 (05:59):
It's like you're giving that emotion a form you
can see, interact with, maybeeven tame a little.
Speaker 2 (06:06):
And you might even uncover hidden patterns, like,
say, you're feeling anxious andyou draw it out.
Speaker 1 (06:10):
You might notice, you're always using sharp lines
or a certain color palette whendepicting anxiety.
Speaker 2 (06:15):
Which could clue you into triggers or patterns you
weren't consciously aware of.
Speaker 1 (06:19):
It's like the art becomes this mirror, reflecting
back things we hadn't noticedabout ourselves.
Speaker 2 (06:24):
Speaking of reflections, what about that
prompt for creating a shield ofstrength and resilience?
Speaker 1 (06:29):
I love that one.
It's like giving form to yourinner resources.
What helps you weather thestorms.
Speaker 2 (06:36):
And those resources are so personal.
One person's shield might beall about nature, another's is
family.
Speaker 1 (06:42):
Right, but in creating it, you're making a
conscious choice about whatempowers you.
Speaker 2 (06:47):
And when things get rough you can look back at that
shield and remember I've gotthis.
Speaker 1 (06:51):
Okay, time for a change of scenery.
What about those nature prompts?
Connecting with nature throughart?
Speaker 2 (06:56):
I was skeptical at first, not being much of a
nature artist myself, but then Iremembered that prompt about
drawing the view outside yourwindow.
Speaker 1 (07:03):
Even if it's not beautiful in the traditional
sense, there's still beauty tobe found.
Speaker 2 (07:08):
And the mood element, using colors to reflect how you
feel, even if it's a gray dayoutside.
Speaker 1 (07:13):
So, even if it's the same view every day, the colors
will change depending on yourinner state.
Speaker 2 (07:18):
Which shows how connected our inner and outer
worlds really are.
Speaker 1 (07:22):
And don't forget the prompt about using only natural
colors, those earthy tones thathave such a calming effect.
Speaker 2 (07:29):
It's like grounding yourself visually, bringing in a
sense of peace just throughcolor.
Speaker 1 (07:34):
This whole art journaling thing.
It's really about so much morethan just pretty pages, isn't it
?
It-discovery, it's mindfulness,it's giving yourself permission
to just play I was so focusedon the product before, but now
I'm realizing it's the processthat matters exactly, and the
more you let go of that need forperfection, the more freely you
(07:54):
can create and you know whatsometimes the most interesting
things happen when you're nottrying to be perfect.
Speaker 2 (08:00):
Absolutely Happy accidents, unexpected results
that's where the magic liessometimes.
Speaker 1 (08:05):
If anyone's feeling stuck or creatively blocked, I
think art journaling could be agreat outlet.
Speaker 2 (08:10):
You don't need fancy supplies, just a journal and the
willingness to explore.
Speaker 1 (08:14):
You might surprise yourself with what comes out,
what you discover about yourselfalong the way.
Speaker 2 (08:18):
Maybe a hidden talent or just a new way of processing
your experiences?
Speaker 1 (08:22):
Okay, before we move on to the last part of our deep
dive, I'm curious.
Speaker 2 (08:26):
What is?
Speaker 1 (08:26):
it which prompts have really stood out to you so far.
Speaker 2 (08:31):
Ooh, tough choice, that one about sketching
something you want to learnsomeday.
That resonated.
Speaker 1 (08:37):
Why that one?
Speaker 2 (08:38):
It's like planting a seed putting it out there
visually makes it more realsomehow.
Speaker 1 (08:42):
And reminds you that learning is a lifelong journey.
It's never too late to startsomething new.
Speaker 2 (08:47):
Exactly that and the one about creating your ideal
future self, but using onlycolors and symbols.
Speaker 1 (08:54):
Oh, that's a good one .
Not writing about it, butembodying it visually.
Speaker 2 (08:57):
Yeah, like what would that future you look like, feel
like what colors would surroundthem?
Speaker 1 (09:01):
It's almost like a conversation with your future
self, but through the languageof art.
Speaker 2 (09:05):
And who knows, maybe that future you has some wisdom
to share with the present you.
Speaker 1 (09:09):
Speaking of past and present.
What about that, then and nowprompt.
Speaker 2 (09:13):
Oh, the one where you show how something's changed,
using different styles for eachtime period.
Speaker 1 (09:18):
Yeah, it's like a visual representation of how
much we grow and evolve overtime.
Speaker 2 (09:23):
And the contrasting styles could reveal so much Like
if the then is dark and the nowis vibrant.
It shows how even difficulttimes can lead to transformation
, how we come out stronger onthe other side Looks like we've
reached a natural pause point inour conversation, wouldn't you
say?
Speaker 1 (09:41):
Yeah, we've covered a lot of ground, but there's
still more to explore, right?
Speaker 2 (09:45):
Absolutely.
In the final part we'll tacklethe remaining prompts and share
even more personal insights.
Speaker 1 (09:51):
We'll also give some practical tips for anyone who's
ready to start their own artjournaling journey.
Speaker 2 (09:56):
So, until then, grab your journals, gather your
supplies and let that creativityflow.
Speaker 1 (10:02):
We'll be back soon for the grand finale of our art
journaling deep dive.
And we're back for the finalchapter of our art journaling
deep dive.
I have to say I'm feeling soinspired after exploring all
these prompts.
Speaker 2 (10:13):
It's been quite a journey, hasn't it?
Emotions, memories, dreams.
We've covered a lot of ground.
Speaker 1 (10:20):
And we still have a few more prompts to uncover
before we wrap things up.
I'm looking at theself-expression prompts and
there's one that caught my eye.
Speaker 2 (10:26):
Ooh, which one.
Speaker 1 (10:27):
It's about sketching a timeline of your day, but not
with words, with doodles andsymbols.
Speaker 2 (10:33):
I like that.
So even like brushing yourteeth or making coffee becomes a
little art moment.
Speaker 1 (10:37):
Exactly, it's like a visual diary, but more playful
and creative.
Speaker 2 (10:40):
And it makes you realize that even those mundane
moments, when you string themtogether, they tell a story.
Speaker 1 (10:45):
Right, it's all about shifting your perspective.
Speaker 2 (10:47):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (10:48):
Finding the extraordinary in the ordinary.
Speaker 2 (10:50):
Ooh, there's another one in that category that plays
with perspective in a cool way.
Tell me about it.
It's about representing yourcurrent mood, but using only
shades of one color.
Speaker 1 (11:00):
That's interesting, so like if you're feeling happy,
it wouldn't just be brightyellow, but maybe a whole range
of yellows.
Speaker 2 (11:05):
Exactly, from pale lemon to deep golden, all
capturing different nuances ofthat happiness.
Speaker 1 (11:12):
It's like a color gradient of emotion.
I love that.
Speaker 2 (11:14):
Okay, I'm ready to switch gears for a bit.
What about those emotions andhealing prompts?
Speaker 1 (11:19):
Oh yeah, those are powerful.
There are a couple here that Ithink are great for cultivating
a more positive mindset.
Speaker 2 (11:25):
Let's hear them.
Speaker 1 (11:25):
One is all about gratitude.
Just create a page dedicated tothings you're thankful for.
Speaker 2 (11:31):
That's a good one.
It's so easy to focus on what'sgoing wrong, but this forces
you to pause and appreciate thegood.
Speaker 1 (11:38):
Right, and there are so many ways to approach it.
You could do a collage, or drawlittle pictures, or even just
write words.
Speaker 2 (11:44):
It's about whatever resonates with you, whatever
helps you tap into that feelingof gratitude.
Speaker 1 (11:49):
And then there's this prompt about forgiveness using
art to represent what it meansto forgive.
Speaker 2 (11:55):
Forgiveness.
That's a tough one.
I wonder how people wouldexpress that visually.
Speaker 1 (12:01):
I don't know, maybe a knot untying or a broken heart
mending itself?
Speaker 2 (12:05):
Those are good ones.
It makes you think about thesymbolism behind the art, how to
capture these abstract ideas.
Speaker 1 (12:11):
I need a dose of whimsy.
Now Back to the dreaming andimagining prompts.
Speaker 2 (12:15):
Always down for a bit of imagination.
Speaker 1 (12:17):
There's one that's just pure fun.
Fill a page with wild doodlesand shapes.
Don't try to make sense of it.
Speaker 2 (12:22):
Oh, I love those kinds of prompts, just letting
go of control, seeing what comesout.
Speaker 1 (12:25):
It's almost meditative, you know, just
letting your hand move andtrusting the process.
Speaker 2 (12:30):
And sometimes those nonsense doodles can spark the
most amazing ideas later on.
Speaker 1 (12:35):
True.
Yeah, speaking of ideas, wehave to talk about the vision
board prompt.
We touched on it before, butit's worth revisiting.
Speaker 2 (12:41):
Oh yes, Vision boards are so powerful.
It's one thing to think aboutyour goals, but to see them laid
out visually.
Speaker 1 (12:48):
It makes them more real, more tangible.
Speaker 2 (12:50):
Exactly, and the art aspect adds another layer to it.
Speaker 1 (12:57):
It's not just about finding images, it's about
creating something unique.
Okay, last category.
I promise Nature prawns Onelast dose of tranquility before
we wrap up.
Speaker 2 (13:05):
Bring it on.
Speaker 1 (13:06):
There's one that I think is so evocative.
It's about illustrating yourfavorite type of weather.
Speaker 2 (13:12):
So not just drawing a sun or a cloud, but really
capturing the feeling of thatweather.
Speaker 1 (13:16):
Exactly Like.
How would you depict thecrispness of a fall morning or
the hazy warmth of a summer day?
Speaker 2 (13:22):
Ooh, I'm already picturing those colors and
textures.
Weather has such a powerfuleffect on this, doesn't it?
Speaker 1 (13:26):
Absolutely, and there's this beautiful prompt
about drawing a tree, but eachbranch or leaf represents
something positive you want togrow in your life.
So it's not just a tree.
It's like a visualrepresentation of your personal
growth, and as you add morebranches and leaves, it's a
reminder that growth is anongoing process.
Speaker 2 (13:45):
It's like a metaphor for nurturing those different
parts of ourselves.
Speaker 1 (13:48):
Wow, these prompts.
They're so much deeper than Iinitially thought.
Speaker 2 (13:54):
They really are.
It's not just about beingartistic.
It's about self-discovery,healing, exploring your inner
world.
Speaker 1 (14:00):
And I think that's what makes art journaling so
appealing to people.
It's a way to connect withyourself on a deeper level.
Speaker 2 (14:05):
And it's accessible to everyone.
You don't need to be a trainedartist, you just need a
willingness to experiment.
Speaker 1 (14:11):
Well said, as we wrap up our deep dive into
Lestallion's 50 art journalprompts, I'm feeling incredibly
inspired.
Speaker 2 (14:19):
Me too.
So many creative possibilitiesswirling around in my head.
Speaker 1 (14:23):
It's amazing how these simple prompts can unlock
so much potential.
Speaker 2 (14:32):
If you're feeling called to start art journaling,
my advice is just go for it.
Don't overthink it.
Just grab a journal and startexploring.
Find the prompts that speak toyou and let your creativity flow
.
Speaker 1 (14:37):
And remember, there's no right or wrong way to do it.
It's all about finding whatworks for you and having fun
along the way.
Speaker 2 (14:44):
So until next time, keep those creative sparks alive
.
Speaker 1 (14:48):
And happy journaling everyone.
All right, so many of you have been requesting this
and I'm so excited to finallydive in.
Speaker 2 (00:05):
Yeah, this should be fun.
Speaker 1 (00:06):
Today we're taking a deep dive into art journaling
prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:09):
Ooh, lots of creative energy flowing already.
I can feel it.
Speaker 1 (00:13):
Specifically, we're looking at this list from
Lestallion.
They put out a blog post called50 Art Journal Prompts List.
Speaker 2 (00:20):
Lestallion, those are the journal people right.
Speaker 1 (00:22):
Exactly.
And what's cool is theyemphasize that these prompts are
for anyone, not justexperienced artists.
Speaker 2 (00:28):
I like that.
So often people think you needto be super talented to even
start.
Speaker 1 (00:32):
Totally.
But here it's like just grab ajournal, any journal, and let's
get creative.
And they've broken it down sonicely 50 prompts, but organized
into five categories.
Right, so we can exploredifferent aspects of ourselves
through these prompts.
Should we jump into the firstcategory?
Speaker 2 (00:47):
let's do it.
What's first?
Speaker 1 (00:48):
self-expression prompts.
These are all about tappinginto well expressing yourself
makes sense one that caught myeye is all about how you feel
today, but you can only useshapes and colors oh, no words
allowed no, just pure visualexpression that's clever.
Speaker 2 (01:03):
Sometimes words just aren't enough to capture those
complex emotions.
Speaker 1 (01:06):
Right, Like how would you even describe a feeling
using only weight words?
Sometimes you need that visualelement.
Speaker 2 (01:14):
Totally.
I can imagine using like aspiky red triangle for
frustration or a soft bluecircle for peace.
Speaker 1 (01:21):
Yes, and there's another one.
It's a color splash page, buteach color represents a
different emotion you feltthroughout the week.
Speaker 2 (01:28):
Oh, like a visual mood tracker almost.
Speaker 1 (01:29):
Exactly, and it could reveal so much Like.
If you see mostly reds andoranges one week, maybe it's a
sign you need some self-care.
Speaker 2 (01:37):
I like that.
Okay, what's the next category?
Speaker 1 (01:39):
Memory prompts.
These are all about wellmemories, preserving those
moments from the past.
Speaker 2 (01:44):
These are all about well memories, preserving those
moments from the past, Nostalgiatime.
Speaker 1 (01:46):
One prompt is to sketch an item you hold dear,
but also write why it matters.
So it's not just visual butemotional too.
Speaker 2 (01:54):
Yeah, like grandma's old locket, you could draw it
but also write about all thememories and feelings it holds.
Speaker 1 (01:59):
Exactly, and there's this then and now prompt, where
you show how something's changedin your life but use
contrasting art styles for eachperiod, so like if you were
drawing your childhood home.
The then part could be in achildlike style and the now more
realistic.
Yes, I love that.
Okay, ready for something alittle deeper?
Speaker 2 (02:18):
Bring it on.
Speaker 1 (02:19):
Emotions and healing prompts.
These are where things getreally interesting, I think.
Speaker 2 (02:24):
This is where art therapy comes in right.
Speaker 1 (02:26):
Absolutely.
One prompt is to represent anemotion you're struggling with,
either abstractly or literally.
Speaker 2 (02:32):
Sometimes it's just easier to draw your anger than
talk about it, you know.
Speaker 1 (02:35):
For sure.
And there's this one aboutdrawing a protective shield
filled with symbols of strengthand resilience.
Speaker 2 (02:41):
Oh, I love that.
Like what are your innerresources, the things that keep
you grounded when things gettough?
Speaker 1 (02:47):
Exactly.
Maybe for someone it's a shieldcovered in images of loved ones
.
For another, it's all aboutnature.
Speaker 2 (02:52):
It's so personal and I think the act of creating that
shield could be incrediblyempowering.
Speaker 1 (02:58):
Okay, two more categories to go.
Let's take a peek at dreamingand imagining prompts.
Speaker 2 (03:02):
Ooh, this sounds fun.
Speaker 1 (03:04):
Right.
This category is like aplayground for creativity.
Speaker 2 (03:06):
Anything goes.
Speaker 1 (03:07):
One prompt is to create a dream landscape of your
ideal world.
No limits, just pure wishfulfillment.
Speaker 2 (03:15):
That's a great way to explore your values, what truly
matters to you.
Speaker 1 (03:19):
And sometimes just visualizing what you want can be
the first step towards makingit happen.
Speaker 2 (03:23):
True.
Then there's a vision boardprompt, but this one encourages
using art materials to make itmore personal.
Speaker 1 (03:29):
Right, not just cutting and pasting images, but
adding your own unique touch.
Speaker 2 (03:34):
Vision boards can be powerful tools, and
incorporating art takes it toanother level.
Speaker 1 (03:38):
Okay, one last category before we take a break
Nature prompts.
These are all about connectingwith well nature.
Speaker 2 (03:45):
I'm already feeling calmer just thinking about it.
Speaker 1 (03:47):
Right One prompt is to draw the view outside your
window, but use colors thatreflect your current mood.
Speaker 2 (03:54):
So, even if it's a boring view, the colors tell the
real story.
Speaker 1 (03:58):
Exactly.
And there's this prompt to useonly natural colors like greens,
browns, blues, to capture thatearthy feeling.
Speaker 2 (04:04):
It's like bringing a little piece of nature right
onto the page, which can be sogrounding.
Speaker 1 (04:08):
Well, there you have it, A whirlwind tour of
Lestallion's five categories ofart journal prompts.
Speaker 2 (04:14):
That was fantastic.
So much to think about, so manycreative possibilities.
Speaker 1 (04:18):
It really is amazing how these simple prompts can
unlock so much potential, isn'tit?
Speaker 2 (04:22):
And I think it reinforces their message Art
journaling is for everyone.
Speaker 1 (04:26):
You don't need to be a pro, you just need to journal
in an open mind.
Speaker 2 (04:29):
And maybe some colorful pens and paints.
Speaker 1 (04:31):
Of course.
So, before we move on, what areyour initial thoughts?
Any prompts that jumped out atyou?
Speaker 2 (04:38):
So many.
I'm already thinking about thatdream landscape one and the
shield of resilience.
Speaker 1 (04:45):
Me too, and that color splash page.
I might actually try that thisweek, but we'll dive deeper into
some specific prompts in thenext part of our deep dive.
Speaker 2 (04:52):
Can't wait.
This is just the beginning.
Folks Get those creative juicesflowing.
Speaker 1 (04:55):
Absolutely.
We'll be back soon to exploreeven more of these amazing
prompts.
Until then, happy journaling.
Speaker 2 (05:01):
And don't forget, let us know what prompts resonate
with you.
We'd love to hear your thoughtsBack for more art journaling
fun.
I hope you've all had time tothink about what your art
journal wants to tell.
Speaker 1 (05:13):
That really stuck with me, that idea.
It's like there's a storywaiting to be uncovered in each
of us.
Speaker 2 (05:17):
And these prompts can help bring those stories to
light right.
Speaker 1 (05:21):
Absolutely.
I think we touched on thetherapeutic benefits last time
but I'd love to explore thatmore.
Speaker 2 (05:30):
Yeah, let's dive deeper into that.
For a lot of folks, artjournaling becomes the safe
space to process emotions.
Speaker 1 (05:33):
Especially the ones that are hard to put into words.
Speaker 2 (05:35):
That's where that prompt about visually
representing a difficult emotioncomes in right.
Speaker 1 (05:40):
Oh yeah, Sometimes it's just easier to draw it out
than try to explain it.
Speaker 2 (05:44):
Like, instead of saying I'm angry, you could I
don't know scribble furiouslywith red crayon.
Speaker 1 (05:50):
Exactly, or maybe it's more abstract, like
swirling colors that capture thefeeling.
Speaker 2 (05:54):
And maybe in doing that and putting it out there
visually you gain some newunderstanding of it.
Speaker 1 (05:59):
It's like you're giving that emotion a form you
can see, interact with, maybeeven tame a little.
Speaker 2 (06:06):
And you might even uncover hidden patterns, like,
say, you're feeling anxious andyou draw it out.
Speaker 1 (06:10):
You might notice, you're always using sharp lines
or a certain color palette whendepicting anxiety.
Speaker 2 (06:15):
Which could clue you into triggers or patterns you
weren't consciously aware of.
Speaker 1 (06:19):
It's like the art becomes this mirror, reflecting
back things we hadn't noticedabout ourselves.
Speaker 2 (06:24):
Speaking of reflections, what about that
prompt for creating a shield ofstrength and resilience?
Speaker 1 (06:29):
I love that one.
It's like giving form to yourinner resources.
What helps you weather thestorms.
Speaker 2 (06:36):
And those resources are so personal.
One person's shield might beall about nature, another's is
family.
Speaker 1 (06:42):
Right, but in creating it, you're making a
conscious choice about whatempowers you.
Speaker 2 (06:47):
And when things get rough you can look back at that
shield and remember I've gotthis.
Speaker 1 (06:51):
Okay, time for a change of scenery.
What about those nature prompts?
Connecting with nature throughart?
Speaker 2 (06:56):
I was skeptical at first, not being much of a
nature artist myself, but then Iremembered that prompt about
drawing the view outside yourwindow.
Speaker 1 (07:03):
Even if it's not beautiful in the traditional
sense, there's still beauty tobe found.
Speaker 2 (07:08):
And the mood element, using colors to reflect how you
feel, even if it's a gray dayoutside.
Speaker 1 (07:13):
So, even if it's the same view every day, the colors
will change depending on yourinner state.
Speaker 2 (07:18):
Which shows how connected our inner and outer
worlds really are.
Speaker 1 (07:22):
And don't forget the prompt about using only natural
colors, those earthy tones thathave such a calming effect.
Speaker 2 (07:29):
It's like grounding yourself visually, bringing in a
sense of peace just throughcolor.
Speaker 1 (07:34):
This whole art journaling thing.
It's really about so much morethan just pretty pages, isn't it
?
It-discovery, it's mindfulness,it's giving yourself permission
to just play I was so focusedon the product before, but now
I'm realizing it's the processthat matters exactly, and the
more you let go of that need forperfection, the more freely you
(07:54):
can create and you know whatsometimes the most interesting
things happen when you're nottrying to be perfect.
Speaker 2 (08:00):
Absolutely Happy accidents, unexpected results
that's where the magic liessometimes.
Speaker 1 (08:05):
If anyone's feeling stuck or creatively blocked, I
think art journaling could be agreat outlet.
Speaker 2 (08:10):
You don't need fancy supplies, just a journal and the
willingness to explore.
Speaker 1 (08:14):
You might surprise yourself with what comes out,
what you discover about yourselfalong the way.
Speaker 2 (08:18):
Maybe a hidden talent or just a new way of processing
your experiences?
Speaker 1 (08:22):
Okay, before we move on to the last part of our deep
dive, I'm curious.
Speaker 2 (08:26):
What is?
Speaker 1 (08:26):
it which prompts have really stood out to you so far.
Speaker 2 (08:31):
Ooh, tough choice, that one about sketching
something you want to learnsomeday.
That resonated.
Speaker 1 (08:37):
Why that one?
Speaker 2 (08:38):
It's like planting a seed putting it out there
visually makes it more realsomehow.
Speaker 1 (08:42):
And reminds you that learning is a lifelong journey.
It's never too late to startsomething new.
Speaker 2 (08:47):
Exactly that and the one about creating your ideal
future self, but using onlycolors and symbols.
Speaker 1 (08:54):
Oh, that's a good one .
Not writing about it, butembodying it visually.
Speaker 2 (08:57):
Yeah, like what would that future you look like, feel
like what colors would surroundthem?
Speaker 1 (09:01):
It's almost like a conversation with your future
self, but through the languageof art.
Speaker 2 (09:05):
And who knows, maybe that future you has some wisdom
to share with the present you.
Speaker 1 (09:09):
Speaking of past and present.
What about that, then and nowprompt.
Speaker 2 (09:13):
Oh, the one where you show how something's changed,
using different styles for eachtime period.
Speaker 1 (09:18):
Yeah, it's like a visual representation of how
much we grow and evolve overtime.
Speaker 2 (09:23):
And the contrasting styles could reveal so much Like
if the then is dark and the nowis vibrant.
It shows how even difficulttimes can lead to transformation
, how we come out stronger onthe other side Looks like we've
reached a natural pause point inour conversation, wouldn't you
say?
Speaker 1 (09:41):
Yeah, we've covered a lot of ground, but there's
still more to explore, right?
Speaker 2 (09:45):
Absolutely.
In the final part we'll tacklethe remaining prompts and share
even more personal insights.
Speaker 1 (09:51):
We'll also give some practical tips for anyone who's
ready to start their own artjournaling journey.
Speaker 2 (09:56):
So, until then, grab your journals, gather your
supplies and let that creativityflow.
Speaker 1 (10:02):
We'll be back soon for the grand finale of our art
journaling deep dive.
And we're back for the finalchapter of our art journaling
deep dive.
I have to say I'm feeling soinspired after exploring all
these prompts.
Speaker 2 (10:13):
It's been quite a journey, hasn't it?
Emotions, memories, dreams.
We've covered a lot of ground.
Speaker 1 (10:20):
And we still have a few more prompts to uncover
before we wrap things up.
I'm looking at theself-expression prompts and
there's one that caught my eye.
Speaker 2 (10:26):
Ooh, which one.
Speaker 1 (10:27):
It's about sketching a timeline of your day, but not
with words, with doodles andsymbols.
Speaker 2 (10:33):
I like that.
So even like brushing yourteeth or making coffee becomes a
little art moment.
Speaker 1 (10:37):
Exactly, it's like a visual diary, but more playful
and creative.
Speaker 2 (10:40):
And it makes you realize that even those mundane
moments, when you string themtogether, they tell a story.
Speaker 1 (10:45):
Right, it's all about shifting your perspective.
Speaker 2 (10:47):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (10:48):
Finding the extraordinary in the ordinary.
Speaker 2 (10:50):
Ooh, there's another one in that category that plays
with perspective in a cool way.
Tell me about it.
It's about representing yourcurrent mood, but using only
shades of one color.
Speaker 1 (11:00):
That's interesting, so like if you're feeling happy,
it wouldn't just be brightyellow, but maybe a whole range
of yellows.
Speaker 2 (11:05):
Exactly, from pale lemon to deep golden, all
capturing different nuances ofthat happiness.
Speaker 1 (11:12):
It's like a color gradient of emotion.
I love that.
Speaker 2 (11:14):
Okay, I'm ready to switch gears for a bit.
What about those emotions andhealing prompts?
Speaker 1 (11:19):
Oh yeah, those are powerful.
There are a couple here that Ithink are great for cultivating
a more positive mindset.
Speaker 2 (11:25):
Let's hear them.
Speaker 1 (11:25):
One is all about gratitude.
Just create a page dedicated tothings you're thankful for.
Speaker 2 (11:31):
That's a good one.
It's so easy to focus on what'sgoing wrong, but this forces
you to pause and appreciate thegood.
Speaker 1 (11:38):
Right, and there are so many ways to approach it.
You could do a collage, or drawlittle pictures, or even just
write words.
Speaker 2 (11:44):
It's about whatever resonates with you, whatever
helps you tap into that feelingof gratitude.
Speaker 1 (11:49):
And then there's this prompt about forgiveness using
art to represent what it meansto forgive.
Speaker 2 (11:55):
Forgiveness.
That's a tough one.
I wonder how people wouldexpress that visually.
Speaker 1 (12:01):
I don't know, maybe a knot untying or a broken heart
mending itself?
Speaker 2 (12:05):
Those are good ones.
It makes you think about thesymbolism behind the art, how to
capture these abstract ideas.
Speaker 1 (12:11):
I need a dose of whimsy.
Now Back to the dreaming andimagining prompts.
Speaker 2 (12:15):
Always down for a bit of imagination.
Speaker 1 (12:17):
There's one that's just pure fun.
Fill a page with wild doodlesand shapes.
Don't try to make sense of it.
Speaker 2 (12:22):
Oh, I love those kinds of prompts, just letting
go of control, seeing what comesout.
Speaker 1 (12:25):
It's almost meditative, you know, just
letting your hand move andtrusting the process.
Speaker 2 (12:30):
And sometimes those nonsense doodles can spark the
most amazing ideas later on.
Speaker 1 (12:35):
True.
Yeah, speaking of ideas, wehave to talk about the vision
board prompt.
We touched on it before, butit's worth revisiting.
Speaker 2 (12:41):
Oh yes, Vision boards are so powerful.
It's one thing to think aboutyour goals, but to see them laid
out visually.
Speaker 1 (12:48):
It makes them more real, more tangible.
Speaker 2 (12:50):
Exactly, and the art aspect adds another layer to it.
Speaker 1 (12:57):
It's not just about finding images, it's about
creating something unique.
Okay, last category.
I promise Nature prawns Onelast dose of tranquility before
we wrap up.
Speaker 2 (13:05):
Bring it on.
Speaker 1 (13:06):
There's one that I think is so evocative.
It's about illustrating yourfavorite type of weather.
Speaker 2 (13:12):
So not just drawing a sun or a cloud, but really
capturing the feeling of thatweather.
Speaker 1 (13:16):
Exactly Like.
How would you depict thecrispness of a fall morning or
the hazy warmth of a summer day?
Speaker 2 (13:22):
Ooh, I'm already picturing those colors and
textures.
Weather has such a powerfuleffect on this, doesn't it?
Speaker 1 (13:26):
Absolutely, and there's this beautiful prompt
about drawing a tree, but eachbranch or leaf represents
something positive you want togrow in your life.
So it's not just a tree.
It's like a visualrepresentation of your personal
growth, and as you add morebranches and leaves, it's a
reminder that growth is anongoing process.
Speaker 2 (13:45):
It's like a metaphor for nurturing those different
parts of ourselves.
Speaker 1 (13:48):
Wow, these prompts.
They're so much deeper than Iinitially thought.
Speaker 2 (13:54):
They really are.
It's not just about beingartistic.
It's about self-discovery,healing, exploring your inner
world.
Speaker 1 (14:00):
And I think that's what makes art journaling so
appealing to people.
It's a way to connect withyourself on a deeper level.
Speaker 2 (14:05):
And it's accessible to everyone.
You don't need to be a trainedartist, you just need a
willingness to experiment.
Speaker 1 (14:11):
Well said, as we wrap up our deep dive into
Lestallion's 50 art journalprompts, I'm feeling incredibly
inspired.
Speaker 2 (14:19):
Me too.
So many creative possibilitiesswirling around in my head.
Speaker 1 (14:23):
It's amazing how these simple prompts can unlock
so much potential.
Speaker 2 (14:32):
If you're feeling called to start art journaling,
my advice is just go for it.
Don't overthink it.
Just grab a journal and startexploring.
Find the prompts that speak toyou and let your creativity flow
.
Speaker 1 (14:37):
And remember, there's no right or wrong way to do it.
It's all about finding whatworks for you and having fun
along the way.
Speaker 2 (14:44):
So until next time, keep those creative sparks alive
.
Speaker 1 (14:48):
And happy journaling everyone.
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