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51 of 52 people found the following review helpful. True Vision by LK LudwigBy Ellen M. GibbThis is the best book on art journaling to come out in years. Unlike some of the other recent books on this topic; the work presented is interesting; sophisticated; and artful. The instruction is for serious art journalists who have already done some art journaling and is not "dumbed down." The author presents a broad range of work; much of which is by well-known and popular teachers in this genre; but also includes many worthy newcomers. The layout and graphics are inviting and spacious; and the text is worth reading. Ludwig has a soulful and poetic narrative voice. The feeling tone which she brings to her writing is wonderful; she has the courage to celebrate work that goes beyond "pretty." One of my favorite aspects of the book are the in-depth interviews with some of the featured journalists; especially the ones with Juliana Coles and Traci Bunkers. There are many suggestions in the book which can be used to launch new journal pages; many beautiful quotes; and helpful "art activity" suggestions run vertically along the right hand page edge. My only criticism of the book focuses on the poor editing of the text--major bloopers! Captions are attached to the wrong pictures; paragraphs are repeated; lines are missing in one or two cases. The editor who worked on this book needs a scolding for such carelessness! Inspite of errors in presentation; this book is very inspiring and beautiful. A must for any library of art journaling books. I give it four stars.25 of 25 people found the following review helpful. Art Journaling at a new levelBy Glory MooberryIf you have ever wanted to keep an art journal; this book is a great resource. If you are already an artist making journals; this will help you kick it up a notch.L.K. Ludwigs new book is full of interesting prompts and ideas to take you past your fear of the blank page and fill you with excitement; as well as inspiration. The photography is great - the artist journals featured here are exciting and inspiring.This is not really a beginners book - "how to prime a page; how to create a background" - it assumes a certain knowledge of techniques and materials. But it has incredible journal pages by featured artists which will have ideas popping into your head and onto your blank pages.There are plenty of instructions; in addition to the prompts and questions; to help you incorporate feelings and events from your daily life into your jounal. Its an exciting book!7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. What is ART JOURNALING?By Angie2For those that do not know what ART JOURNALING is all about; then this book will certainly help to define the subject.If you are a beginner or even a mid-level Journal writer (or artist); I think that this book will come in very handy.L.K.Ludwig gives a wonderful introduction to this special subject; in the first few Introductory pages.Then; Ludwig follows-up the definition of "Artistic Journaling" by explaining how to use her book. For example; on the right hand side of each page; the author gives "prompts" to stimulate the readers imagination. Then; inside a highlighted "box"; the author gives TIPS on how to expand on each theme.Also; on the bottom of some of the pages; the author gives more prompts (as fill-in the blanks) to the get the readers creative juices going.Along with all these "prompts" and "tips"; each page shows these beautifully executed Journal pages by actual artists... All colorful and highly detailed.Also; Ludwig categorizes the main chapters into the following: relationships; the written word; current events; places; spaces; self-explorations; spirituality; dreams; etc.Therefore; this book by Ludwig will not only show some inspiring examples of Journal pages created by actual journal writers; but then Ludwig also gives the reader all the pre-requisite starting points in order to get the readers creative juices going.