Practice Makes Progress: My Creative Journal

by Amy Latta

Nurture Your Inner Artist

Open yourself up to a new world of creativity and art exploration with this interactive guided journal. Amy Latta’s colorful prompts will help you let go of perfection and find joy in the process of art. Readers of Amy’s hand lettering books rave about her encouraging and friendly writing. Every time you open this book, she’ll be there to cheer you on through the ups and downs in your artistic journey, help you find that positive outlook and remind you of the value you bring to this world through the art that only you can make. Packed with bite-size guided exercises, inspirational quotes, bordered blank pages and personal stories from Amy’s life as a professional artist, this journal will empower you to embrace self-expression and to take new steps on your creative journey.

191 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 22, 2022

About the author

I’m a wife, a mother, and an artist…which means I’m always busy and sometimes messy! I have a B.A. in English from McDaniel College, and in April of 2013, I published my first e-book, Crochet 101. Here at One Artsy Mama, I share a variety of project types including home decor, fashion, kids’ crafts, sewing, jewelry, crochet and more. My favorite topic, though, is hand lettering. On July 11, 2017, my book Hand Lettering for Relaxation was released and in the following year it went to print four more times. Since then, a Portugese version, Calagrafia para Relaxar has made waves in Brazil, and I’ve written a lettering book for kids that was released in October 2018. My next book, Hand Lettering for Laughter, will release in April of 2019.

In December 2015, one of my hand lettered gift tags was featured in a Christmas wrapping kit for sale in GAP stores across the United States. I am also honored to be the recipient of The Craftys’ 2015 “Best Craft Blogger” award, as well as being voted the top Crafty Blogger of 2015 in the SwayyEm community. In 2016, one of my coffee cup designs appeared in a nationwide Starbucks holiday commercial, and I signed on with Page Street Publishing Company. In 2017, though, I experienced the adventure of a lifetime as our family expanded through international adoption.

I am happiest when creating something and enjoy making all kinds of projects with my 10 year old “Little Crafter” and my 11 year old “Scout.” In my spare time {if there ever is any!}, I am a professional ballroom, latin, and swing dancer. When not on the dance floor or crafting, you can probably find me at Starbucks.

To contact me, feel free to email me at amylattacreations{at}gmail{dot}com.

Reviews

[Galadriel · Rating 5 out of 5]

As an artist myself (writer and actor), I found this journal to be super motivating and inspiring. I did the Artist's Way years ago, and while I found that incredibly helpful, I don't think I could manage to complete that now with a busy life and two kids. This journal is perfect for hopping around and doing it when you have time... and it will encourage you to make more time for whatever creative work you do!

I especially love the emphasis on this in not judging what we create. Several times, the author reminded me that it's about the making of the art - a message a perfectionist like me needs repeated over and over!
I had two favorite sections: one that had me write out the worst case scenario to projects I haven't attempted, as well as the possible benefits. I had to laugh at how simple yet effective this perspective was. I also really liked the chart that listed the days of the week and asked me to write what creative thing I had done each day - it was good accountability.

Overall, I would recommend this book to any creative types, whether in performance, crafts, or otherwise. It's whimsical and fun and makes a great gift along with some colorful art pens. I had only known Amy Latta's previous work from her hand lettering books, but this journal is just too much fun!