Recently I read the book, Love for Imperfect Things by Haemin Sunim. It really touched me and resonated with me. Not so much because I am a 'perfectionist' (Admittedly, I am recovering...) but because it felt like, on so many levels, this book and his words were speaking to my art. I don't know how to explain it exactly but this book just helped my heart to see things a bit differently both in my personal life and in my creative life. It helped me to grow a bit wiser and feel a bit gentler. I decided right away that I would design a class and/or art from these inspirations. I hope, you too, enjoy the book and even if you don't read it yourself or do not find it speaks to you in the same way, that you will enjoy the thoughts and feelings behind these journal pages and lessons and that you will be inspired in your own way too. Either way, I think it will be just 'perfect'. xokp
List of supplies and materials I have used in my journal(s). PLEASE note* I encourage you to make substitutions and use what materials you have on hand whenever possible!
The Book: Love for Imperfect Things
22 x 30 and/or 18x24 inch watercolor paper (hot or cold press, 90 and/or 140 lb.)
unstretched canvas sheet
ruler/yard stick
PVA Glue
Art File
bone folder
various GOLDEN paints (acrylic and/or watercolor)
pen and/or marker and pencil
Paintbrushes for acrylic and watercolor
small gel plate
brayer
masking fluid
painters tape (low tack)
long arm stapler and/or needle and twine (for binding)
*I always have baby wipes, paper towels, & buckets of fresh clean water handy. Other misc. items: water soluble pencils or crayons, stabilo pencil, eraser, silicone brush (for spreading glue), various RubberMoon stamps, washi tape, stencils
