{"product_id":"art-of-the-travel-journal-chronicle-your-life-with-drawing-painting-lettering-and-mixed-media-document-your-adventures-wherever-they-take-you-paperback","title":"Art of the Travel Journal: Chronicle Your Life with Drawing, Painting, Lettering, and Mixed Media - Document Your Adventures, Wherever They Take You - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAbbey Sy\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn how to create a one-of-a-kind travel journal that documents your adventures using drawing, painting, lettering, ephemera, and more.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Travel journaling is a fun, creative way to record the sights, sounds, smells, and flavors of life on the road. In \u003ci\u003eThe Art of the Travel Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, you'll find \u003cb\u003etechniques, ideas, and inspiration for creating a lasting record of your travels\u003c\/b\u003e that you'll treasure for years to come. No experience is necessary, and you can bring your signature style or develop new ones as you discover exciting \u003cb\u003enew artistic opportunities\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e You'll discover how to make your journal pages come to life with \u003cb\u003eeasy techniques for sketching\u003c\/b\u003e the big picture or small details, adding \u003cb\u003esimple lettering\u003c\/b\u003e, creating \u003cb\u003estunning color palettes\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003edecorating pages with fun mementos\u003c\/b\u003e that travelers love to collect, such as tickets, packaging, maps, and more. Also find tips on how to work in transit and how to plan and pack for maximum efficiency and enjoyment. Best of all, the techniques also work for documenting life right where you are, and beginners can dive in and create with confidence. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Author Abbey Sy (Instagram: @abbeysy) is a veteran traveler who has created her own travel journals for years, sharing the records of her global escapades on her social media platforms. In addition to filling this book with step-by-step instructions for a variety of techniques, she takes a holistic approach to journaling by including information on \u003cb\u003ethe benefits of journaling\u003c\/b\u003e, how to \u003cb\u003ehone a creative habit\u003c\/b\u003e, and how to \u003cb\u003edevelop a unique style\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Other features of the book: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll facets of journaling are covered, from start to finish: pre-trip planning, setting intentions, gathering supplies, staying motivated, and how to archive completed journals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot sure which supplies to take? Sometimes less is more--get a rundown on how to build the best compact traveling art kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore special sections on making a travel zine and sending artful postcards, enriching the experience of being on the road.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn composition tips for creating stunning journal pages and spreads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet great ideas for storing ephemera and other bits travelers collect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover journal spread ideas for a variety of themes, such as architecture, museums and galleries, plants and nature, and food and drink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind creative ideas for documenting short trips and staycations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eTickets? Check. Passport? Check. Travel journal? Check! \u003c\/b\u003eLet \u003ci\u003eThe Art of the Travel Journal\u003c\/i\u003e make every trip satisfyingly creative.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbbey Sy\u003c\/b\u003e is an artist, author, and designer who loves art and traveling extensively as part of her inspiration-hunting process. She loves documenting her trips through her travel journals, frequently posting her colorful and imaginative journal pages on Instagram. Her curiosity for the world keeps her on her feet, whether it's studying abroad, taking up an art residency, or traveling for vacation. She is constantly restless and looking forward to the next adventure, and her mantra is Always Be Creating. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHer passion for hand lettering and design is inspired by retro advertising, desaturated hues, and vintage labels. She is the author of \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Photo Guide to Hand Lettering and Calligraphy\u003c\/i\u003e (Quarry), \u003ci\u003eHand Lettering A to Z\u003c\/i\u003e (Rockport Publishers), and \u003ci\u003eHand Lettering A to Z Workbook\u003c\/i\u003e (Rockport Publishers). Abbey is also the founder and creative director of \u003ci\u003eABC Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, a publication for artists, crafters, and makers. Her popular social media platforms include three Instagram accounts and a YouTube channel. She produces her own merchandise and teaches art and hand lettering classes. Abbey lives in Berlin, Germany. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eInstagram: @abbeysy, @alwaysbecreating.art, @shopabbeysy \u003cbr\u003eYouTube: Abbey Sy \u003cbr\u003eWebsite: abbey-sy.com\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 128\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.34 x 9.04 x 7 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 13, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51766397337888,"sku":"9780760376218","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/cdbb355727f8ff72ef0a8da3496cd343.webp?v=1780291893","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/art-of-the-travel-journal-chronicle-your-life-with-drawing-painting-lettering-and-mixed-media-document-your-adventures-wherever-they-take-you-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}