Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Starting an Art Journal in 2026 doesnt have to be overwhelming. In this video I will show you how to start an art journal you will love - even if you have never kept one before!

In this video we will take a look at how to get started without overthinking. This isnt about perfection - its about building a creative habit you genuinely enjoy.

Whether you are brand new to art journaling or starting fresh for 2026, I hope this gives you the confidence to begin.

Intro: 0:00
Swatching: 00:50
Just Paint: 01:14
Keep it simple: 01:40
Recreate art Work: 02:51
Try Something New: 08:35
Review of pages: 11:59

Products Used:

Keep It Simple Page
Rose Trellis Stencil jmcdesigns.co.uk/products/rose-trellis-stencil
White Texture Paste jmcdesigns.co.uk/products/pretty-gets-gritty-white-texture-paste?_pos=1&_psq=texture+paste&_ss=e&_v=1.0
Kuratake Gansi Tambi Paint: amzn.to/3KZEzQ4 ( Affilate Link )

Recreate Old Art Work Page:
Woodland Dwellings Stamp Set jmcdesigns.co.uk/products/enchanted-forest-woodland-dwellings-a5
Liquid Watercolour: amzn.to/3MIpK57 ( Affilate Link )
Shuttle Art Acrylic Markers amzn.to/4oZeRcF ( Affilate Link )
Ohuhu Alcohol Markers: amzn.to/3Y3MEq4 ( Affilate Link )

Try Something New Page
Liquatex Acrylic Gouache amzn.to/4aXQQPC ( Affilate Link )

Other Art Journaling Videos You May enjoy: youtu.be/vIrjefl_0x0?si=FLfnTFJ4Oj4GVruj
What is a Sidekick Journal youtu.be/4BpsaRC_HZ0?si=cDvHsEZ1y3zwKyfV

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