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Artistic, musical, creative, and entertaining topics in Journal's workplace sphere.

My Dream
I have always been happy and comfortable when creating. It is my comfort, my safety, and all I ever want to do. As I pour my hopes and dreams into this little black book, I know that feeling may never change. The drawing slowly manifests on the page, taking my very soul with it. For not only do I want this piece to surpass all I have done before, but I need it to surpass what all others have done before. Or, at the very least, surpass all my competition in this art contest. After all, this could be an extraordinarily important step in making my life my own and securing the future that I want.
By Deja Rin5 years ago in Journal
Blending Timeless Architectural Grandeur to Modern Lifestyles
Vaults are one of the most ancient techniques for creating shelters. Dating back to egyptian times, vaults were one of the most fundamental forms of architecture. Truest to their form and nature, vaulted roofs throughout the architectural history have been used to shelter; from the most humble dwellings to the buildings of highest prominence. It has evolved as an element and has continued its existence throughout history by taking many shapes and forms. Due to limited knowledge of material sciences and construction technologies, creating vaults and domes was one of the only ways to create shelters and roofing structures. However, in the modern times, with the advent of modern industrial materials it is no more a neccessity. Rather it has now evolved as a symbol of the vast Architectural Heritage. Vault house is the project that celebrates this architectural symbol in its Truest and Purest Form!
By Nilesh Bansal5 years ago in Journal
Down, Below
It fell out of the damp cavity between the case and the wall. Sawdust and bits of calcified paper coughed out of the gap, raining onto the cement ground in the basement. I panicked. This would not look good on the condition report. Dusting the debris from its cover – it felt smoothed and compact in my hand, as if it had previously been thumbed through often but was now cold, compressed by abandonment – I set it aside to check the painting. A pair of eyes, black as buttons, stared through the torn bubble wrap, vaguely irritated by my error. I could see no real change to its frame, except perhaps a small tidemark of mildew from where the book had fallen. The tape holding the tissue paper in place had ripped, and the entire piece would have to be re-wrapped. I decided I might as well make a start, and propped it back against the wall, face-to-face with those unblinking eyes.
By Daisy A5 years ago in Journal
Another Chance
Julia Castellon sits on a queen size bed with a mahogany acoustic guitar in her lap as she scribbles into a black notebook. She finishes writing a lyric and picks her guitar up to play the tune. Just then her elderly mother Millie Onarez shuffles in after she finishes washing dishes.
By Jean Carlo Taveras5 years ago in Journal
Gemini: The Duplicitous Twins
My interest in astrology rarely extended beyond flicking to the back page of a magazine and pondering the likelihood of my horoscope predictions ever coming to pass.
By Francesca Devon Heward5 years ago in Journal
Introduction:
So for those of you who don't know me? I am new to this! I am the new boy in town. Now, obviously the photo has given you a bit of a clue. I am an Actor, a thespian. My whole life is Acting and from this point forward? I am going to do my damndest to break through professionally. However, my side interest is writing.
By Andrew Campbell5 years ago in Journal
An Unlikely Hero
If my pages could speak, they would tell you tales of epic adventure—sneaking through alleys in the dark of night, working with monsters by day, and stealing treasure hordes behind turned backs. Yet, I remain silent—relegated to a dark corner of a drafty attic, my mysteries covered in the dust of decades slipping by at the speed of modern distraction.
By Donya Dunlap5 years ago in Journal
Simple Tips to Beginning Art
As someone who has been practicing art since they were 10 years old, I think I can safely say that I've explored plenty of the ins and outs of trying to make a career out of the arts that I practice.
By Shari Baeuerlen5 years ago in Journal
Fearfully and Wonderfully Artistic
Black In Business The Black in Business Challenge is a heroic, encouraging, and touching moment for Blacks in business who need the support of everyone, not just our own. Being black in Business can be a challenge itself because it comes with so many stereotypes.
By J.Clark5 years ago in Journal
E.T.’s Journal
Do you love the theatre? Are you an aspiring actor or actress? Are you trying to build up your resumés? Have you been busting your ass off to be the best performer? Taking all the lessons, such as acting, voice, and dance? Is there that one person you’re always trying to get ahead of, but it feels like there’s an outside force telling you, “NO.”? It may not even be an outside force. The person you’re trying to surpass is probably the directors’ son or daughter, niece or nephew, or even grand baby. As long as they audition like everybody else it’s fine right? They “earned” it? It’s fair?
By E.T. 5 years ago in Journal
Figuring out art
The first thing you need to know about me is, I'm not good at art. Both my sister and my mother have always been good at painting, drawing, and crafts in general. But for me, lets just say its never come easy. A long time ago my mother tried teaching me how to draw. After a few hours of drawing, erasing, and redrawing; all I had was a barley recognizable cat. I was so hurt by my horrible first attempt that I actually stopped trying for a while. A few years later I tried leaning from an online art program. I found it very confusing but kept at it. After about a month my "cat?" has turned into a slightly more recognizable cat. I was so angry with my lack of talent while my older sister just did a good job without even trying. So after a few years of honestly just giving up, I thought I would just attempt to teach myself. I mean there was no way I could get worse.
By Tabby5 years ago in Journal
Creatives Create (Get into it)
There are eight different types of creatives: the Artist, the Thinker, the Adventurer, the Maker, the Producer, the Dreamer, the innovator, and the Visionary. How many types do you think you are or see yourself in the above styles?
By J.Clark5 years ago in Journal