bethbaxterstudio

I love to read and also love the look of words on a page, I decided to create and art journal spread using text.

First, I tore some magazine pages into squarish shapes and started gluing them in my journal.

I decided to make the pieces on the right sized of the spread larger to add some contrast to the design.

Then I used a black brush marker to color in the areas between the text.

Next, I used fine tip markers to doodle squiggly lines over the text. I really like how this looks, but felt like it could use something to tie all the pieces together.

So, I used a white gel pen to add connecting lines between the shapes.

And any spread can be improved by adding circles. At this point, I am satisfied the the result.

Supplies used in this journal spread (These are affiliate links. This means that if you click on the link and buy certain items, I will receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you) to help keep the lights on in the studio.)

• Moleskine Sketchbook, Large
• Elmer’s Extra Strength Glue Stick
• Faber-Castell Pitt Artist Pen – Black, Brush Nib
• Stabilo Point 88 Fineliner Pens
• Sakura Gelly Roll Pen – White, Medium