This month, we invite you to explore the theme of "Purpose" in your art journal. Purpose is the guiding force that shapes our choices, fuels our passions, and gives meaning to our journey. It’s the reason we get up in the morning, the quiet whisper that keeps us moving forward, and the deep-rooted intention behind everything we create.
This challenge is an opportunity to reflect on what purpose means to you and how it manifests in your life and creativity.
"Your purpose in life is to find your purpose and give your whole heart and soul to it." – Buddha
"The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why." – Mark Twain
"When you walk with purpose, you collide with destiny." – Ralph Waldo Emerson
"We do not need magic to transform our world. We carry all the power we need inside ourselves already." – J.K. Rowling
"Purpose is not found in what you do. Purpose is found in who you are." – Unknown
"Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does." – William James
"A star does not compete with other stars; it just shines." – Matshona Dhliwayo
"If you have a strong purpose in life, you don’t have to be pushed. Your passion will drive you there." – Roy T. Bennett
"He who has a why to live can bear almost any how." – Friedrich Nietzsche
Here is a mood board:
Here is my page:
You can choose to do a single page, double page, tag, TN each week, or use a divided template—one part for each week. If you don’t have the Divided Template and would like to have it, you can get it here at Dropbox. Thank you to Ona @wombat146 for providing the template choices for us! If you use the template, we would love it if you post incrementally: post one done in the first week, post an image of the two together on the second, and so on until the finished page in the fourth week.
Again—the template is NEVER a requirement, just something fun and different if you want to use it.
Challenge Rules:
We look forward to seeing your art journaling pages!
This challenge is an opportunity to reflect on what purpose means to you and how it manifests in your life and creativity.
How can you explore "Purpose" in your art journal?
- Reflect on what drives you. What passions, values, or dreams shape your sense of purpose?
- Depict symbols of direction and intention—a compass, a lighthouse, a path, or anything that represents clarity and focus to you.
- Use words, textures, and colors that evoke a sense of meaning, motivation, and fulfillment.
- Explore the ebb and flow of purpose. Sometimes, purpose is clear and strong; other times, it shifts and evolves. How has yours changed over time?
Tips for your creative process:
- Let your intuition guide you. Purpose isn’t always logical—it’s often felt before it’s fully understood.
- Experiment with layering elements to represent different aspects of your journey—maps, handwritten reflections, or meaningful symbols.
- Incorporate affirmations or quotes that inspire you to stay aligned with your purpose.
10 Inspiring Quotes About Purpose:
"The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away." – Pablo Picasso"Your purpose in life is to find your purpose and give your whole heart and soul to it." – Buddha
"The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why." – Mark Twain
"When you walk with purpose, you collide with destiny." – Ralph Waldo Emerson
"We do not need magic to transform our world. We carry all the power we need inside ourselves already." – J.K. Rowling
"Purpose is not found in what you do. Purpose is found in who you are." – Unknown
"Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does." – William James
"A star does not compete with other stars; it just shines." – Matshona Dhliwayo
"If you have a strong purpose in life, you don’t have to be pushed. Your passion will drive you there." – Roy T. Bennett
"He who has a why to live can bear almost any how." – Friedrich Nietzsche
Words to Inspire Your Creativity:
Depending on how you interpret purpose, here are some words to guide your journaling:Direction & Clarity:
- Intention
- Calling
- Focus
- Vision
- Destiny
Symbols of Purpose:
- Compass
- Pathway
- Sun
- Bridge
- Lantern
Inner Purpose & Passion:
- Fulfillment
- Drive
- Passion
- Alignment
- Growth
Here is a mood board:
Here is my page:
You can choose to do a single page, double page, tag, TN each week, or use a divided template—one part for each week. If you don’t have the Divided Template and would like to have it, you can get it here at Dropbox. Thank you to Ona @wombat146 for providing the template choices for us! If you use the template, we would love it if you post incrementally: post one done in the first week, post an image of the two together on the second, and so on until the finished page in the fourth week.
Again—the template is NEVER a requirement, just something fun and different if you want to use it.
Challenge Rules:
- You have until 11:59 p.m. CST on August 31 to complete your pages for this challenge.
- To qualify for the drawing, you need to use 80% Oscraps products that are currently in the store (non-Oscraps products or retired O designer products can be used whether the designer is selling elsewhere or not).
- You need to credit all the products used on your page.
- You cannot use a page you create for this challenge for another Oscraps challenge.
- Upload your page to the Art Journal Gallery and then add your layout to the challenge thread. (Below you will find instructions on adding your page to this thread.)
- Upload your layout to the gallery first. In your forum post, click the Gallery Embed icon (little camera).
- This will open your gallery; simply click on the layout you require, then scroll down to the bottom of the screen and click the Continue button.
- Your linked layout is now in your post; the image will appear once you have clicked the Post Reply button.
We look forward to seeing your art journaling pages!
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