Eggplant and Pumpkin New Colors Journal

This book was created for a round robin based on the project featured in the True Colors book. My colors I chose were Eggplant and Pumpkin, inspired by the colors surrounding me while the round robin was being formed. This work was also honored as EBSQ's Art of the Day on January 17th, 2004.

This item is not for sale, but reproductions featuring the cover artwork or the backcover artwork are available from CafePress.com.

This bag was made to house the journal on its journey around the country. The pocket houses ATC-sized pieces of Canson Mi-Tientes paper that was used for the signatures. These ATCs and the pocket will server as the "sign-in page" for the round robin.

The covers are collaged canvas panels using a variety of techniques and mediums, including ink, acrylics and digital art work.

Here is a view of the stitching used to bind the book. It is a combination of stitched headbands, chain and herribone stitches. This was all executed with purple waxed linen thread. A concertina spacer was also used for the spine to allow for the addition of artwork by the other participating artists without stressting the binding.