11/03/16 UPDATE
Contest is over now and Jean Marmo is the winner!! Congrats, Jean!
I am thrilled to announce that I am a participating artist in Gabrielle Javier-Cerulli's new book, Art Journal Your Archetypes. When I heard about the book, I immediately knew I wanted 'in' because I have studied archetypes ever since I lived in California (late 90's). Gabrielle outlines Carl Jung's definition of an archetype as,
"an inherited pattern of thought or symbolic imagery derived from the past collective experience and present in the individual unconscious."
Although this might sound like some woo woo verbiage, the study of archetypes is a way of exploring your personality and learning more about yourself based on patterns of behavior. It is fascinating, I mean who doesn't want to understand themselves better, right? To work on these ideas in conjunction with an Art Journal, well, that just makes a lot of sense!
I was lucky enough, as a participating artist, to have a consultation directly with Gabrielle. We walked through the testing and analysis together (there is a self test in the book!!) and I discovered many interesting things about myself. It was a moving experience that I would recommend to anyone, an appointment with Gabrielle.
I also did a number of journal spreads that are within the book along with an explanation of archetypes that apply to me and the other featured artists - Seth Apter, Orly Avineri, Jessica Sporn, Nathalie Kalbach (lots of StencilGirl artists!!) and others. It is rather engrossing to read about each person. Uh yeah, I'm apparently a little bit voyeuristic, ha!!
If you are interested in watching the video conversation between myself and Gabrielle, you can find it on Youtube. You will be surprised at what I reveal about myself.
But now for the good news........
I am giving away a FREE copy of this book to one of my lucky Blog Readers. All you need to do is leave me a comment below about why you would like to win this book. I will draw a name on Halloween!! Please make sure you leave your email address so I have a way to contact you.
Any book about art journaling interests me...and when it's recommended...all the better! (Missed you at AIY this year.)
ReplyDeleteSounds intriguing! Love learning about archetypes and art journaling... and what an interesting combination to explore. Can't wait to put my hands on a copy of this book and dive in.
ReplyDeleteSounds very interesting! I would love to learn more about myself!
ReplyDeleteI'm so intrigued by the concept of this book - I really got into archetypes in my English classes and have loved what I've seen from this so far. I'd love to see how this type of thinking would impact my art journaling!
ReplyDeleteInteresting.... would like to learn more, especially as I seem to suffer from splinters!! From all the fence sitting I do. I'm leaning towards 2017 being a development time for my art.
ReplyDeleteIf open to us across the pond, please include me. Bevtextart (at) btinternet (dot com)
Oh my gosh! What an exciting subject! This is totally something I'd run out to buy!! Awesome book!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds so interesting and new! I am always interesting in learning more about what makes me tick and art journaling!
ReplyDeleteI have been a fan of Jung's for years and participated in a women's group based on his ideas. I did a one woman show called 'mandalas, dreams and reflections' where I displayed mandalasI had done every day for a year along with my collaged dream and other journals as well as dream dioramas. I'm doing the show again in 2019 and am working with the archetypes for part of the show. would love to have this book for inspiration! thanks for considering me. love your stuff.
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DeleteA book about finding yourself? That is written just for me. I have been struggling to find where i fit in in this artistic world. Especially when the voices inside me tell me I don't belong. Techniques would certainly help me as I discover who I am!
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DeleteCongratulations on being included in this book! Sounds so intriguing and a perfect combination with art journaling!
ReplyDeleteI would love to learn more about archetypes and the archetypes of you and so many other artists who inspire me. It's so intriguing. Congrats on being included!
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Sounds like just the book I need to advance my skills! Thanks for the chance to win it!
ReplyDeleteSounds like just the book I need to advance my skills! Thanks for the chance to win it!
ReplyDeleteWould love to win this book! Thanks for the opportunity, MaryBeth! :) customscrapbooksbyanna@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI would love the book because you and other artists I love are in it. Plus I am into the woo woo stuff.
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Great interview with Gabrielle. Found out we were the same age! Book looks good - might have to go on my wish list.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like an interesting book--as a former counselor, I am very familiar with Jung and archetypes--would love to see what this book is all about.
ReplyDeleteThis all sounds fascinating to me. Thanks for the chance to win a copy!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this book. I am always interested in seeing myself through a new lens- this book sounds like that- I am a life long learner and books like these add to that. terrygarrett763@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteOh this is so great to see! Archetypes are such a powerful way to connect with the self and the psyche!
ReplyDeleteAs a person who loves any thing and everything Jungian I have been exploring and studying Archetypes through mythology for many years now. The Jungian Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes who wrote Women Who Run With the Wolves, has been a profound and powerful inspiration for my artwork. As well Greek mythology and imagery of the Mythic Tarot has also provided wonderful subject matter for me, and it's why I would LOVE to win this book!catmey7@gmail.com
I have been on a journey to find myself as an artist. How cool is this!!!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this book, having recently dipped my toe into a new art discipline, and connecting my self to my art. I came to your page via Seth Apter's and am thrilled to find your work. maresea61354 at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteThe whole concept sounds intriguing! And the list of contributors means there will be so much to learn from it. I'd be thrilled to bits if I were picked! Jenny x buttonscraft@btinternet.com
ReplyDeleteWow! I'd love a copy and I am crossing my fingers!! Thanks for the chance...
ReplyDeleteYes please!!!! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteI´d love to try something different in my artjournals - I have learned by myself and this book would be awesome. Thank you for this chance to win - although don´t know if this is international giveaway...
ReplyDeleteAs you said, who wouldn't like to know about oneself?
ReplyDeleteEveryday I learn something new about myself and others. I would cherish this if I was a lucky one!
ReplyDeleteI am not sure I completely understand "archetypes" but would love to learn more. Anything that helps one discover themselves is important. Thank you.
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Wow, that looks really interesting and I would love to dig in to it to see how it could change my art. Thank you for the opportunity to win
ReplyDeleteJen Johnson
Some of my best friends are archetypes! As I journalist, I'd be the last person to question my archetypes so I'd be thrilled to have a book all about them. Also I'd love to have a book with contributions from some of my favorite art journalists.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a journal for me! I don't know what archetype I am. Intriging.
ReplyDeleteWould be interesting to see how my understanding of archetypes comes out in art, and more. ahsquire at hotmaildot com
ReplyDeleteI am trying to reveal (and heal) myself through art journaling. I definitely believe that our past is reflected in our personal art style and I would love to see how this book correlates to my my style.
ReplyDeleteIt is kind of you to provide a giveaway. My contact info is: n_steinhardt (at) yahoo (dot com).
I'm on my own journey that includes art journaling and self discovery. The test sounds usefu! And the artwork by Seth and the others intriguing. Jeane 0 Beadstamper@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteWould Love to win! My journaling journey needs a kick start...and from the artists listed I think this would be the best place to start! sisterhoodofthemuse(at)gmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteI discovered art journaling about a year ago as I was going through a major transition in my life and it definitely helped me think through some things, focus and remain calm. This book looms intriguing to continue that process - plus glad I discovered your blog! You can contact me at mgorel57 at cox dot net.
ReplyDeleteSounds like an interesting book. I'd love to win.
ReplyDeleteI love mixed media art. So i give it a try to win this book. I think it will give me more inspiration to create, to discover new techniques. But first i will thank you for writing this book and share all your talent with us
ReplyDeleteAs I just commented on Seth Apter's 'Altered Page' I am right now today at this moment in the middle of researching 'archetypes' for my fiction writing and my blog and then I opened up Seth's email, which is about ... Archetypes! I can prove this as I shared something on my Facebook page about archetypes a couple of hours ago. As I wrote on Altered Page, I must be destined for this book one way or the other! Ann Isik
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Thanks for this book. If I don't win it, I'll definitely be buying one.
ReplyDeleteI am addicted to art technique books!!!
ReplyDeleteI am addicted to art technique books!!!
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ReplyDeleteSounds fabulous - please count me IN! Poetryqn(at)optonline(dot)net
ReplyDeleteFabulous give away!! Journalling is so absorbing.
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DeleteWhat a great concept and wonderful contributors too.
ReplyDeleteThanks for a chance to win the book. (jlonginc@gmail.com)
looking forward to exploring this concept
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ReplyDeleteI couldn't agree more that you are an innovator !!! This was so interesting and id love to win a copy. Thanks for always sharing so much of yourself with all of us. !!! My email: caninosartisticcafe(at) gmail(dot com)
ReplyDeleteWow! This sounds really interesting! And art journaling is a great means of personal exploration !
ReplyDeleteI've been wanting to art journal for ages. I've been told it's rewarding, healing, what else can we ask for??!!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant! Congratulations on the new publication and thank you for the opportunity to win a copy.
ReplyDeleteSo many wonderful artists and ideas in one place!
ReplyDeleteI've been thinking about it before, but I never came to explore the/my archetypes. This book would be great to finally do that, thanks for the opportunity to win and congrats on being included! marit[at]maritspaperworld[dot]com
ReplyDeleteand hey, my 'boss' Jessica Sporn is in this book too (I'm a member of her design team) - how fun it would be to 'check her out' as well *teehee*
DeleteI drift in and out of art-journaling. I think this book would provide another bit of structure to help me keep at it.
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Art Journaling, much more fun than a therapist!...lol
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ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic book - would love to win it thanks for the opportunity. Gillc.h(at) virginmedia.com
ReplyDeleteThis is fantastic, the book sounds amazing and so relevant to learn more at this stage in my life. Archetypes have always intrigued me and I have never delved into 'me' before. Thank you for this chance to win and now off to check out the link with the video :)
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Sounds amazing and fascinating! Congratulations on your inclusion in the book!
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Congratulations on being picked to collaborate on the book. It sounds like an interesting premise. I'd love to win the book so that I could get a creative whack upside the head and do something different for a change. I need to branch out of my current style. My email is tmjohn72(at)gmail(dot)com.
ReplyDeleteI would like to learn more about myself using this book and be a more active art journaller. Thank you for the chance to win! 😊
ReplyDeleteMaryBeth, I am fairly new to art journalling but I am already seeing a theme in my pages. I'd love to find out more about what this means. I certainly hope I win a copy!
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This would be so wonderful to have for my upcoming birthday! Christine xtinepowell at verizon.net
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great book! Thanks for the chance to win. sltresso (at) hotmail dot com
ReplyDeleteI am unable to attend outside classes due to health issues but winning this would be the next best thing and a dream come true!! I know how much I am missing out on by not being able to go to events and classes but my bad health shoots that idea right out of the water before I can even fully imagine how much fun it would be to be in the same room with many others who love what I love!
ReplyDeleteUnless the best of the best want to stop by for some good food, good drink and lots of crafty fun this book would be the next best thing! Fingers crossed and thanks for the chance to have a dream come true!!
I am a very messy artist and beating myself up on it on a daily basis It would be really helpful to learn more about myself as an artist, what makes me work the way I do, to get a bit more peace which may or may not show through again in my art
ReplyDeleteThis whole concept sounds so intriguing, I would love to read the book and work through it with my art. renee.zarate2015@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this so it could serve as inspiration to me as I get back into bookmaking. chaotickristi (at) gmail (dot com)
ReplyDeletei love art journaling and this sounds like a fascinating book! Thanks for the chance to win. :)
ReplyDeleteSounds like a book I could learn from! Having trouble figuring out my voice so would like any help I can get. Thanks for the chance to win.
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Congratulations Jean!!
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