- Paperback: 192 pages
- Publisher: Michael Joseph (19 Nov 2009)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 039953346X
- ISBN-13: 978-0399533464
- Product Dimensions: 20.6 x 13.9 x 1.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (82 customer reviews)
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Product Description
Think of this as the anarchist's Artist's Way -- the book for those who've always wanted to colour outside the lines but were afraid to do it.
For anyone who's ever wished to, but had trouble starting, keeping, or finishing a journal or sketchbook comes Wreck This Journal, an illustrated book that features a subversive collection of prompts, asking readers to muster up their best mistake - and mess-making abilities to fill the pages of the book (and destroy them).
Through a series of creatively and quirkily illustrated prompts, acclaimed artist Keri Smith encourages journalers to engage in "destructive" acts - poking holes through pages, adding photos and defacing them, painting with coffee, colouring outside the lines, and more - in order to experience the true creative process. With Keri Smith's unique sensibility, readers are introduced to a new way of art and journal making, discovering novel ways to escape the fear of the blank page and fully engage in the creative process.
About the Author
Keri Smith is the author of popular weblog Wish Jar Journal, which attracts 8,000 readers daily. A freelance illustrator by trade, she has illustrated for the Washington Post, The New York Times, Ford Motor Company, People, The Body Shop and Hallmark. She is the author of Living Out Loud and the children's title Tear Up This Book.
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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful
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I bought the 'wreck this journal' showed it a friend and she's going to get one for herself and each of her daughters. What it isn't, is a model for an art journal e.g. day pages, representation of an event, scrapbook etc. For me this is more about breaking the normal rules of what you do with a book, see pages on 'flickr'for examples/ pictures of what other people have done with their journals. You can also go on the authors website to see ideas/ examples. Each page has an instruction on a way to alter/wreck a page/ the cover/ binding, for example doodle on the cover, tear a page out, put it into the pocket of your clothes and put it in the washing machine, when you've done that stick it back in the book. It reminded me of an art installation I went to see some years ago of some flowers in a case that were left in a window for weeks. The artist actually wanted to see the process of decay and how that would look. The flowers were dried up and crumbling when I saw them, but had their own kind of beauty.
If you are a bit of a perfectionist and are scared of the blank page or don't like to break the rules this should free you up a bit. The book isn't that expensive so it's kinda liberating to take it in the shower with you and see how it looks when you're done. I'm taking pictures of the process and will put it on my facebook page when I'm done. It's a fun exercise in loosening up and I would recomend it on that basis.
It's also interesting to note which instructions you are resistant to, I'm really struggling with the idea of tying a string round it and taking it for a walk - not least because the neighbors will think I'm mad LOL. And I really don't want to give a page to a friend to wreck it. Tells you a lot about yourself and what you are prepared to let go of and what you are not. It may also unblock you creativitly speaking - that's what I'm hoping for.
If you are a bit of a perfectionist and are scared of the blank page or don't like to break the rules this should free you up a bit. The book isn't that expensive so it's kinda liberating to take it in the shower with you and see how it looks when you're done. I'm taking pictures of the process and will put it on my facebook page when I'm done. It's a fun exercise in loosening up and I would recomend it on that basis.
It's also interesting to note which instructions you are resistant to, I'm really struggling with the idea of tying a string round it and taking it for a walk - not least because the neighbors will think I'm mad LOL. And I really don't want to give a page to a friend to wreck it. Tells you a lot about yourself and what you are prepared to let go of and what you are not. It may also unblock you creativitly speaking - that's what I'm hoping for.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this as a Christmas gift for my girlfriend and she was absolutely delighted with it. I would definitely recommend this as an ideal present for a friend or loved one who is a bit of a 'doodler' or often finds themselves at a loose end. One word of warning though...I was sitting minding my own business when the book was sent rushing centimetres past my head. Apparently the page my girlfriend had opened instructed her to do something spontaneous and unexpected with the journal. You have been warned
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I am an Art Teacher and always searching for new inspiration... This journal is fantastic for all ages. A great tool for losening up especially for those serious artists who are a 'bit precious' about their sketchbooks. You will not regret buying it ;-)
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wreck this amazing journal
this book is ABSOLOUTELEY FAB ! I love it . you can do all sorts and my favourite activity so far is :"tie a string to the spine of this book and swing wildly let it hit the... Read more
Published 13 days ago by molls
It's gonna get messy!
I bought this book for my brother as a project to give him something to do and try to find his artistic side!
It's an alternative journal of sorts. Read more
It's an alternative journal of sorts. Read more
Published 1 month ago by K. MOONEY
excellent
this unique book is full of things to do, most considered naughty, this is the very reason it is so brilliant!!
Published 1 month ago by Adele
OOOOhhhhhhhhh, don't get me started
It took me a month of pacing myself to complete the book, but I'm still tweeking it - and I am hooked on journaling. Read more
Published 1 month ago by E. R. Drew
awsome!!!!
this book is really good because you can go wild and the possibilities are endless! for instance there is a page that says make a never ending line! Read more
Published 2 months ago by anna
Nice one
I've loved it! It's much fun and inspiring. I like the ideas in it, though some of them, for example the ones where you have to rip off the pages or spill some disgusting things on... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Lumi
Perfectionists beware!
I have been going through a period when I feel the need to be more creative and make things - the 'problem' is that I can't draw/knit/sew/paint, etc! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Brian
Fantastic teenage gift idea!
Wreck this diary is a brill gift for teenages, they love the self expession ideas. So different from a normal diary but just as much something they can make their own and share... Read more
Published 2 months ago by JaksMac
Brilliant
Bought one each for my daughters, they love em. Only had a few days , but having so much fun doing em. Going to buy one for me and my son,can't wait.
Published 2 months ago by Joanne Warder
Wreck this Journal
Daughter loves it, she is 14 so great for all ages, she has been busy collecting things to put in it GREAT BOOK ;)
Published 2 months ago by Andrea
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