Creating a Personal Journal
Art journals are something that you can create for yourself - they shouldn't be seen as self-indulgent, but something that is worthwhile, important and very creative.
They do not "have to come our right" see them as a journey, as a companion, a muse and a soul mate.
Perrella, L, 2004, Artists' journals & sketchbooks: exploring and creating personal pages, Quarry Books, Gloucester, MA.
Start by looking for the book you want to use ... it could be a purchased one, or even one you make yourself. The choice of materials you can use to make your entries are many and varied - pen, pencils, stamps and stencils, just to name a few. Keep all your supplies in a box and put together a travelling supply kit, so you can always add to your journal wherever you are. For more ideas have a look in our eReserve section for what you can use.
Referencing advice: The TASC and your teachers at St Patrick's College expect you to present your work with citations and a reference list in the Harvard (author/date) format. Go to the Library's Referencing Guidelines for extended help in this area. The Library staff are always happy to help you with any queries you may have in regard to referencing requirements for any research you are undertaking.
If you are lucky enough to visit the Museum of Old and New Art in Hobart there are additional guidelines you will be required to use when referencing material from their O-device. Please ask at the Library or your teacher for help.
Faculty resources: All material purchased by teachers in the visual arts is also available for student use if it is not required by teachers. Many of these resources are inter-shelved with the Library material and may be found by using the Library catalogue.