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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Spilling Left Me ConfusedBy Michelle WeathersonI wanted to like "Journal Spilling;" I really did. And certainly when you read all the other glowing reviews of the book; there is something in Diana Trouts approach in this book that was totally lost on me. Im still not sure I have a clear grasp on what she means by spilling other than to let whatever comes flow onto the journal page. If my understanding is correct; then at least she was consistent in the message; because thats the way the book read to me as well. Ideas; information; technique all spilled onto the page without consideration for logical flow. I guess at a higher level; the book moves from materials and supplies; to various spilling techniques to personal observations; but then there are some more techniques and exercises layered on top and thrown in in between. Read in small; isolated bits; the content is engaging. Read from beginning to end; well; sorry to say that for me at least; I was left a little unsatisfied. Your mileage may very of course...and it obviously did for most reviewers.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Not as inspiring as I hoped.By Mitza McCordI was really looking forward to getting this book and was surprised that when it arrived; it really didnt meet my expectations. It had glowing reviews so I guess I was expecting something new and innovative; but it is really more of the same when it comes to journaling. I read about 1/3 of the book and started noticing duplication of info and ideas so I didnt feel compelled to finish the book. I just wish it had been more inspiring.40 of 41 people found the following review helpful. A creativity companion for the long haulBy Ever the ArtistIve had this wonderful book in hand for only a few weeks; but its already unlocked so many ideas and gotten my work flowing again. I look forward to spending oodles more time with its kindly; steady; positive tone of encouragement. I expect to find it useful whether or not I keep an on-going art journal; there are so many wonderful techniques to play with; and each exploration is likely to lead to multiple new and fruitful trails. I think it will be valuable to artists all along the spectrum of experience; from those just discovering a direction; to more developed artists looking to jumpstart out of creative stalls.