Layers of Meaning- Elements of Visual Journaling

by Rakefet Hadar

The visual journal is a simple handbound notebook in which to create, using mixed media language techniques, works that serve as an expression of the soul and create a path to healing, internal freedom and the sparkling of passion.

"Visual journey journaling" is an innovating artistic language made up of seven Intention, Magical coincidence, Background, Images ,lines, Color, and Text. Visual Journey journaling (VJJ) invites you to a fascinating world where you will reconnect with the inner artist hidden in each and every one of us, and allow you to create Soul Pages using simple techniques and subtle guidelines to take a look inside yourself.

In the 1st chapter of the book you will learn how to master these 7 elements in your journal. There are many fun exercises and a step by step tutorial of how to saw a simpe journal.
In the 2nd chapter you will learn how to make a "soul page" in a step by step process with the 7 elements.
The 3rd and last part of the book is an opportunity to see Rakefet Hadar private art journal pages in full size and read her stories behind them.

Genres: Art, Nonfiction, Journaling

176 pages, Paperback

Published August 18, 2019

Reviews

[Chris · Rating 2 out of 5]

Gorgeous but otherwise disappointing self-published guide to the author's specific method of art journaling.

[Marta Pelrine-Bacon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm now inspired to make more things. The images in this book are a delight.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I reread this book two years after first reading and got more from it this time than I did last time. Both times it has been a 5/5 for me. If you are interested in making art intuitively, this is an excellent book for considering the various elements that make up an interesting composition and, more importantly, that will lead to insights or, what the author calls, magical coincidences. There are also lots of gorgeous art spreads to inspire.

[Joyce · Rating 4 out of 5]

This happens occasionally... I rearranged pages and added art details to her original. This book was visually so inspiring and was great fun to take apart and put back together again...took it to another level > I have looked thru my book shelves and cannot find it. It must be at my hideaway, 6 hours North...so I can't show you now.

[Melanie Serenity · Rating 4 out of 5]

An interesting read. Lots of pictures and exercises to get you making your own pages. I think I would have got more out of it as a beginner to art journaling, but that’s not a reflection of the quality of the book.

[Gina Lento · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book provides some answers to the “why” art journalers work the way they do. I remember Teesha Moore doing demo videos and when people asked why she did something, she couldn’t explain it. It was intuitive. This book actually provides some answers and helps you create a visual page using the intuitive process. It has step by step instructions but the instructions lean more toward how to pull from within yourself. I am excited about applying some of these tips in my own art journaling and finally having insight into the process. It’s not about thinking, it’s about feeling and letting your subconscious take over.

[Melanie Rippon · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lavishly illustrated with pages from Rafekat’s own journals. Outlines different techniques for creating backgrounds, collages, themes etc. mostly a mixed-media style of journalling. Though I wish these instructions had been more detailed, still better than some other books I’ve read. Brief section on colour theory. Emphasis very much on journalling as a method of exploring emotions, life experiences, either stand-alone or adjunct to other therapies. Also on intuition, the “why” of how people journal & produce what they do.

[Shae · Rating 3 out of 5]

I participated in a mini-class led by art therapist, Rakefet Hadar, online, which is what led me to her book. Because I had gone through a guided imagery and art journal page with her in person (very revealing!,) then I found this book interesting to read. I don't know if it would have been as comprehensible without that experience. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys art journaling as another way to approach the practice.

[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

I liked the way she broke down the techniques. I feel inspired to play with visual journaling in the near future.

[Debbie Hughes · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has so many great art journal ideas. I am so glad I bought this book and plan on using many of the ideas! Anyone interested in mixed media should have this book!

[Bo · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not my sort of art journaling. I lean toward a more minimalist approach. Still interesting to skim.

[Carol Keller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a beautiful book! Inspiring. Informative. I’d like to own this physically. I think it’s also been helpful just practically in learning about her process of art journaling. This one really touches my heart.

[Diana McCutcheon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I like this art therapist’s approach to visual journaling. She gives a solid foundation but also includes room for the subconscious to be expressed creatively.