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NewsletterArt Journal Peek and Taking/Making the Time
Even though I’m busy as a bee, I always find time to get a bit of art journaling in here and there. It’s helpful to just leave your art journal open and do what you can, when you can. I was just listening to the latest Creative Living with Jamie podcast where she interviews Stampington & Company’s Editor-in-Chief, Christen Olivarez. Christen mentioned how she has her art journal and supplies in the office, so whenever she has a moment or even more importantly needs a moment – she can go at it! I think that’s a great idea and although I didn’t consciously set that up for myself, since I have my journals and supplies littered around my room – I get the same benefit.
I started thinking about the notion of taking some time out because we need it, not only because we would like to. Maybe even the yearning to do something is really the body and soul crying out for that kind of time? I guess we have to twist the words a bit and not say that we are taking time – as if taking away from something else – rather making the time. So much more positive, even if it’s just a little mind trick on yourself perhaps. It sure has a whole different connotation to it. It might only be 5 minutes, but let’s all go make time for ourselves! You can see below that sometimes I go my journal in the midst of working, when something goes awry! Afterwards I always feel better 
Posted on July 27, 2010 at 3:23 pm | art journal, thoughts + discussion
Hello fellow explorers and creative minds! My name is Linda, aka tortagialla - a nickname my adorable husband dubbed me meaning "yellow cake" in Italian. I'm your not-so-typical Californian girl who took the plunge and moved to the Tuscan hills of Italy. Now I'm living my dream designing, illustrating and crafting full-time. You can contact me via email linda [!at] tortagialla [!dot] com
I’ve just finished my big drawing and while I’m waiting for all the ink to dry I’m taking a moment for some coffee and chocolate with amaretti and it’s bliss, so much better than being at work
It’s taken me hours to get this drawing done but it looks like it’s been worth it, now I have no idea how to photograph it and share it, hm. Might need more chocolate to help me think that one through.
Glad you took the time (I mean, made the time) to think about possible solutions…hehe… can’t wait to see it!
“Maybe even the yearning to do something is really the body and soul crying out for that kind of time?” this comment really made me think. i get really frustrated at my day job. my creative mind is functioning i just have no outlet. so i thought. but you’ve answered my need by suggesting bringing my journal with me. Maybe if i have one just at work, to sneek a few minutes thoughout the day i will be a happier person by the end of the day. thank you.
I’m glad to be able to share some positive thoughts and creative solutions… it can definitely get frustrating, whatever situation or job you are in…everyone needs a happy place! good luck!