Anti Journal Diary – 14 July 2016

The Anti Journal is a fantastic, fun and interactive book. It is packed with creative ideas which fall 'outside the box', and which upturn concepts of art-making, making a book which opens up the imagination and frees up creative experimentation. I am studying art as therapy, and I feel that each page of the Anti Journal has imagination-inspiring and thought-provoking themes which are ideal for helping an individual through tough times or 'dips' in wellbeing, in a non-invasive and gently directive way. The best thing about the book is that there are no rules, and the idea is that it will be a little messy - it doesn't have to look aesthetically pleasing. However, the owner may feel that it should be ornately decorative. The choice is entirely down to the owner of the book, and there is no pressure for it to look good or requirements for artistic ability. There are ways to share the images with social media communities, yet the book can also be kept completely private as a journal's intended purpose: it is for a journey of self discovery, play, and general enjoyment. I think each page turns negative to positive, and the concepts seem sensitively thought out to be uplifting for the intended audience (an audience which could, in fact, span all ages). I highly recommend this book to everyone (not just artists/creatives) and it's a great gift for someone in need of a pick-me-up. Also, I recommend to anyone interested in creativity/art as therapy, as a tool for ideas and own-experiments. Go buy one for yourself, and for those you have in mind!

I was looking for something to help get my creative juices flowing again. Over 10 years ago I gained a BA Honours Degree in Fine Art and since then life and work got in the way of my creative side. I missed it and made it my New Years Resolution to get back into art. I stumbled across this book and ordered 2, one for me and one for a friend. I love it! You don't need to be trained in art or anything like that to enjoy this book. Each page has an instruction which is open to interpretation. The only limit is your imagination. I will put a warning on this! It is highly addictive and I find myself dipping into a page or two most days (or 3 or 4). I once burnt the dinner as I was distracted throwing paint about! Despite this I wouldn't be without this book! Not sure what I'll do once its finished. I have recommended it to everyone I know! Its so much fun

I love this book, it's great for kids and adults alike. It's been a long time since I picke up a paintbrush or drawing pencil, too intimidated by a blank page. But this book gives you so many prompts you can't help all the ideas that start flowing! There are pages you can do in a few minutes and pages you can lose yourself in for hours if you want to, it's a perfect book to use as art therapy as it gets the creativity flowing and can't help but put a smile on your face!I have seen this book compared to wreck this journal (which I also own) and while they are both the same genre of book I don't think its right to compare them, this is a great book in its own right with cometely different pages and prompts. I recommend this book to everyone, if you are interested/intrigued by this book in the slightest, buy it, you won't regret it.

This journal is great for re-igniting your creativity! The prompts are very much left open to your interpretation, so you can put as much or as little work into each page as you like. I looked at lots of other creative journals before purchasing this one. I chose the anti journal because it seemed a lot less restricted than other creative journals and you aren't required to 'wreck' it. Once complete, the journal will be a treasure trove of completed activities that you can look back on to gain further inspiration from. I don't think there's a specific age this journal is suitable for but I would say that creative adults would find it most beneficial if trying to move beyond artists block, or if you're into mindfulness and such this could be a great tool. For me, the anti journal has helped me expand my art to other projects and has helped me to regain my creative mojo somewhat, highly recommended!

I was inspired to buy a copy of this book via a friend and I am so glad that I did! I’ve been in a bit of a rut recently with life and health, also having gone through some tough bereavements and this book has helped me spark a little light back into myself, igniting my artistic core back to life!Each page has a new challenge from cover to back which incorporates new and innovative tasks that really get you thinking outside of the box, encouraging you to delve into your imagination and get those creative juices flowing.It’s a cute little book too that isn’t too heavy so it fits nicely in your bag so you can take it anywhere should you wish to.To me this isn’t just a book, but a therapy that has helped me cope with loss and find myself again. I cannot wait to get stuck into it further!

This has got to be the best purchase i have made by far! it has provided me with hours of endless creativity and fun. Each page is different filled with humorous things to do. I would 100% recommend this book to everyone! Whether you think you're artistic or not. Anti Journal will help bring out the creative in you. The prompts are fun, silly and thought provoking. I have widely enjoyed this book as it reveals you boredom and provides you with something to do and get creative with. I enjoy this book because within it there are many wonders that make you think. Anti Journal has helped me in many ways and not just artistic way. If you''re looking for a book this has got to be the perfect one to get! :)