Get Messy: Lettering Idea Book

by Caylee Grey, Claudette Hasenjager, Vanessa Oliver-Lloyd

Welcome to Idea Book number three.

Art journaling at its rawest form consists of art and journaling. This book focuses on the latter of those, and turns words into art.

“Lettering creates readable art that comes to life.” ― Peggy Dean

In our art, we take words given to us - from society, from our loved ones, and from our own glorious brains - and give them new life and meaning on the page. We take handwriting away from being a chore and find whimsy in it. We learn to see things differently. We do this to remember what was important to us in a season of life. We give ourselves the words we desperately need and the ones we delight in. We store it all in our journal.

You’ll learn from three very different artists (Caylee, Claudette, and Vanessa), and you’ll get to discover your style through it. We’ll guide you gently and enthusiastically. We’ll show you the technique and how to make it your own.

Let’s release the art that looks like you.

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Techniques in this Idea Book:
Messy, Imperfect Brush Lettering - discover the easiest way to create modern calligraphy without perfection
Stamped Letter Background - explore the beauty of different typographies to create art
Hand-cut Letters - infuse intention and personality into your page (especially if you don’t like your handwriting)
Text Message Poetry - use your friends as wise resources for adding words to your journal
Secret Script - write out your most personal thoughts without censorship
Found Words Telling Your Story - spark your artist self with words
Bonus: Lettering for a Deeper Connection

72 pages, Paperback

Published August 7, 2024

About the author

Caylee Grey is a South African artist who fills her journals with loads of mediocre art. Imperfect, heart-led, gloriously mediocre art. Caylee's the Fairy Artmother of Get Messy Art, the kindest art journaling community on the internet, and author of the book by the same name.

@cayleegrey on Instagram