A Notebook for Veterans Day
With thanks to those who have served in our armed forces… (I’ve lost track of where I found this photo– if anyone knows who it should be credited to, let me know!)
Monthly Archives: November 2013
Notebook Addict of the Week: Claudia Rohling
This week’s addict is an illustrator whose biography reveals this intriguing detail: “My father ran an office supply and printing company. The endless possibilities of pens, papers, paints and inks captivated my imagination for as long as I can remember.” When asked to post a few random things about herself on her blog, #4 was … Continue reading Notebook Addict of the Week: Claudia Rohling
Grant Wood’s Long-Lost Sketchbook
This is the only sketchbook known to have belonged to Grant Wood, the artist best known for his painting “American Gothic.” It dates back to 1929. It was supposed to have been auctioned last summer and was expected to go for $40,000-$60,000. The auction was canceled when a museum in Davenport, Iowa said the sketchbook … Continue reading Grant Wood’s Long-Lost Sketchbook
Paperiaarre Gilt Notebooks
Beautifully bound journals with metallic gold decoration on cloth covers– these seem a bit glam yet very simple at the same time. Handcrafted by Paperiaarre in Finland. Via Minimalist Gilt Notebooks @ Lushlee.
Matthew William Robinson’s Sketchbook
Design Sponge has some great “sketchbook sneak peek” posts. This was one of my favorites, for the way it shows the thought process behind an artist’s work. Here’s what Matthew William Robinson’s finished work looks like: And here are some pages from his sketchbooks. There’s nothing perfect and pretty about them, they’re more about thought … Continue reading Matthew William Robinson’s Sketchbook
Notebook Addict of the Week: Journal CEO
This is really cool: the first-ever video submission for Notebook Addict of the Week! This comes from The Journal CEO, who says “I have Moleskines, Paperblanks, Peter Pauper Press, Barnes and Noble leather journals, Chronicle Books, Sanrio, Jacket Journals, and some random brands. I’ve been journaling regularly almost 7 years now.” I lost count of … Continue reading Notebook Addict of the Week: Journal CEO