Books about Creative Journals and Inspiration for Artists

A Listmania! list by Julie Hunter (Glasgow, Scotland)
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Drawing from Life: The Journal as Art
1.  Drawing from Life: The Journal as Art by Jennifer New
The list author says:
  "Fantastic insight into journals from artists with varied backgrounds."
£8.50   Used & New from: £6.50
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

Artists' Journal and Sketchbooks: Exploring and Creating Personal Pages
2.  Artists' Journal and Sketchbooks: Exploring and Creating Personal Pages by Lynne Perrella
The list author says:
  "Great book for inspiation - all Lynne Perrellas books are full of great ideas for journals."
£9.74   Used & New from: £6.94
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)

Alphabetica: An A to Z Technique Guide for Collage and Book Artists (Quarry Book)
3.  Alphabetica: An A to Z Technique Guide for Collage and Book Artists (Quarry Book) by Lynne Perrella
The list author says:
  "Another from Lynne Perrella - lots of ideas."
Used & New from: £8.00
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

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Creating Sketchbooks for Embroiderers and Textile Artists: Exploring the Embroiderers' Sketchbook
4.  Creating Sketchbooks for Embroiderers and Textile Artists: Exploring the Embroiderers' Sketchbook by Kay Greenlees
The list author says:
  "Great book if you're a fan of textiles and textile design - wish I'd had this book at uni!"
£12.34   Used & New from: £8.48
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

Art Escapes: Daily Exercises and Inspirations for Discovering Greater Creativity and Artistic Confidence
5.  Art Escapes: Daily Exercises and Inspirations for Discovering Greater Creativity and Artistic Confidence by Dory Kanter
The list author says:
  "Good book to start off journalling - tips on journalling on the move, what to take with you etc."
£16.83   Used & New from: £11.04
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

The Creative License: Giving Yourself Permission to be the Artist You Truly Are
6.  The Creative License: Giving Yourself Permission to be the Artist You Truly Are by Danny Gregory
The list author says:
  "Fabulous book - can't recommend this book highly enough. It's great if you're feeling like you can never be an artist and makes you feel like you can take on the world!"
£9.09   Used & New from: £4.94
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)

The Decorated Journal: Creating Beautifully Expressive Journal Pages
7.  The Decorated Journal: Creating Beautifully Expressive Journal Pages by Gwen Diehn
The list author says:
  "This is a definite buy for anyone interested in journalling - the journals are so beautiful and there are loads of tips on how to achieve the same results and make your own journals."
£6.99   Used & New from: £4.17
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

The Decorated Page
8.  The Decorated Page by Gwen Diehn
The list author says:
  "Another fantastic book from Gwen Diehn - same idea as the Decorated Journal."
Used & New from: £17.94
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

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The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain
9.  The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards
The list author says:
  "Betty Edwards book is great for all artists at every stage."
£9.74   Used & New from: £4.10
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (57 customer reviews)

Fabric Art Journals: Making, Sewing, and Embellishing Journals from Cloth and Fibers (Quarry Book)
10.  Fabric Art Journals: Making, Sewing, and Embellishing Journals from Cloth and Fibers (Quarry Book) by Pam Sussman
The list author says:
  "Lovely book - especially for textile fans - gives a different perspective on keeping a creative journal."
Used & New from: £29.61
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

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1,000 Artist Trading Cards: Innovative and Inspired Mixed Media ATCs (1000 Series)
11.  1,000 Artist Trading Cards: Innovative and Inspired Mixed Media ATCs (1000 Series) by Patricia Bolton
The list author says:
  "Brilliant book for inspiration - packed with artists work and great for ideas."
£14.44   Used & New from: £9.00
3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

The 1000 Journals Project
12.  The 1000 Journals Project by Kevin Kelly
The list author says:
  "1000journals project is well worth having a look at online and this book is full of the journals that have made it round the world."
£11.69   Used & New from: £5.70
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

What Do I Do When I Want to Do Everything?: A Revolutionary Programme for Doing Everything That You Love
13.  What Do I Do When I Want to Do Everything?: A Revolutionary Programme for Doing Everything That You Love by Barbara Sher
The list author says:
  "Says it all in the title really! Not directly journal related but helpful for those of us that cant figure out what to do!"
Used & New from: £50.28
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

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The Gift: How the Creative Spirit Transforms the World
14.  The Gift: How the Creative Spirit Transforms the World by Lewis Hyde
The list author says:
  "Some inspiration advice in this book - for the artist inside."
£6.99   Used & New from: £0.01
3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

Art Journals and Creative Healing: Restoring the Spirit Through Self-Expression
15.  Art Journals and Creative Healing: Restoring the Spirit Through Self-Expression by Sharon Soneff
The list author says:
  "A little bit 'Hallmark' but filled with loads of ideas for getting going with journals and how to use them to make you feel better."
£12.58   Used & New from: £9.56
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

Living the Creative Life: Ideas & Inspirations from Working Artists: Ideas and Inspiration from Working Artists
16.  Living the Creative Life: Ideas & Inspirations from Working Artists: Ideas and Inspiration from Working Artists by Rice Freeman-Zachery
The list author says:
  "Great book for inspiration and ideas - you also get a glimpse into how other artists work."
£12.07   Used & New from: £6.40
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

Art Heals: How Creativity Cures the Soul
17.  Art Heals: How Creativity Cures the Soul by Shaun McNiff
The list author says:
  "Another great book if you're interested in Art Therapy."
£15.96   Used & New from: £7.33
3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

Make Your Creative Dreams Real: A Plan for Procrastinators, Perfectionists, Busy People, and People Who Would Really Rather Sleep All Day
18.  Make Your Creative Dreams Real: A Plan for Procrastinators, Perfectionists, Busy People, and People Who Would Really Rather Sleep All Day by Sark
The list author says:
  "SARKs books are good if a little bright!"
£14.40   Used & New from: £4.92

Making & Keeping Creative Journals
19.  Making & Keeping Creative Journals by Suzanne J. E. Tourtillott
The list author says:
  "Full of advice on how to make and bind many types of journals."
Used & New from: £4.97
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

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Making Journals by Hand: 20 Creative Projects for Keeping Your Thoughts
20.  Making Journals by Hand: 20 Creative Projects for Keeping Your Thoughts by Jason Thompson
The list author says:
  "Just as it says on the cover!"
Used & New from: £4.48
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

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