As i began to look through the book and read some of the instructions inside like dropping it from tall heights and stapling things inside i was surprised to find that, even though i wasnt even doing the activities, i was beginning to feel more and more liberated. Perhaps youre a seasoned wrecker, having made your way through one or more copies of wreck this journal. Essentially if you want your post to reach your fans, the fans you already have, then you must pay to boost a post. Just one more thing praise for keri smith keri smith may well be the. Wreck this journal everywhere by keri smith paperback.
In fact, the introduction says that if you do not like something in the book. Show off your favorite photos and videos to the world, securely and privately show content to your friends and family, or blog the photos and videos you take with a cameraphone. A letter to students from author keri smith sample prompts from wreck this journal to share with students. Description wreck this journal by keri smith a new edition of keri smiths bestseller, with updated material think of wreck this journal as the anarchists artists way the book for those whove always wanted to draw outside the lines but were afraid to do it.
This is not a book that changed my life or pulled me out of depression or sparked my own creativity, like some readers claim. Out this fall is smiths 12th book depending how you count books that often defy what a book should be, the imaginary world of. The cover and pages may not be in good shape anymore, depending on what you choose to do on page ninetynine. I cant wait to start doing the things inside of it i love keri smiths books.
This is not a book by keri smith a flip through is a video i did on youtube my channel name curiosidades extrano. Curled up with a good book this is not a book is fun, creative and makes you think outside the box. She has worked for companies such as random house, the new york times and the washington post. Her books include wreck this journal, this is not a book, how to be an explorer of the world, mess, finish this book, the pocket scavenger, everything is connected, the imaginary world of. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. In this uniquely skewed look at the purpose and function of a book, keri smith offers an illustrated guide that asks readers to creatively examine all the different ways this is not a book can be used. Her bestselling books on creativity include wreck this journal and this is not a book.
Praise for wreck this journal wreck this journal encourages you to stop fretting about quality and start relishing the artistic process. From the internationally bestselling creator of wreck this journal, a guide to building your own perfect world. In a november 2014 interview with time magazine keri said, what im doing is trying to get kids to pay attention, to look at the physical world more, and to question everything. Her books include wreck this journal, the wander society, this is not a book, how to be an explorer of the world, mess, finish this book, the pocket scavenger, wreck this journal everywhere, everything is connected, and. The book is called wreck this journal by keri smith. I got my copy of keri smiths this is not a book today. It is not a normal book, because the book does not exist without the reader.
Completed this is not a book flip through part 2 youtube. How to be an explorer of the world, this is not a book, mess, and finish this book, along with. Fully engage kids in the creative process through mistakes, messmaking, and destructive acts. Readers start by creating a list of everything to which theyre drawn. So this is a final flip through for my second completed keri smith book what is this if you dont know what this is not a book is about, i will go ahead and explain it. Perfect for sliding in your pocket or stuffing in your bag, wreck this journal. Smiths tasks are diverse and short in explanation, but they all push you to think, create or experience. This is not a book by keri smith flip through youtube. Author and illustrator keri smith is the author of several books, including wreck this journal. Well this is the first book i have ever bought that tells me to do the things i love in an amazing way. Or maybe youre new to the phenomenon little do you know, this experience might just change your life. Smith invites you to reimagine what a book can be a secret message, a recording device, an instrument.
She collected and assembled them, trying to solve the mystery of this unexpected discovery, and now shes passing the task on to you, her readers. In the imaginary world of, keri smith asks readers to imagine something new. Keri smiths 2007 book wreck this journal was the first of its kind. Mess from the internationally bestselling creator of wreck this journal, a book that celebrates mistake and messmaking like never before. Expedie et vendu par mn consulting tracked service in the eu. Your whole life, youve been taught to avoid making a mess. In this uniquely skewed look at the purpose and function of a book, keri smith offers an illustrated guide that challenges readers to creatively examine all the different ways this is not a book can be used. Keri smith is a canadian conceptual artist and freelance illustrator. Here is the link to my other completed keri smith book wreck this. My good friend steve lambert has written an article about why facebook is a waste of time and money for artists and nonprofits. Bestselling author keri smith is a freelance illustrator by trade, and has illustrated for the.
This is not a book is a book by keri smith that was published in 2009. She spends her time in new york and canada and blogs at wish jar. I love this book and the playful way that keri smith teaches people the act of creating by putting you right on the spot. Ever wonder why your post reach is always lackluster. Wreck this journal this is not book mess the manual of accidents and mistakes i have only wrecked 7 pages keri smiths wildly popular interactive journalswreck this journal the expanded edition, this is not a book, and messare now available in one boxed set. This book will remind you that creativity is about the journey and not always the end product. A secret message tear out a page, write a note on it for a stranger, and leave it in a public place. I bought my sister a wreck this journal and she loved it. With a mix of new, altered, and favorite prompts, wreck this journal. Now in colour by keri smith from waterstones today. This is not a book that keri smith hasnt, in some shape or form, already written.
I found her books very interesting and they are good tool for an artist that feels stuck it really gets the wheels rolling. Keri smiths this is not a book is curious, engaging, and creative rethinking of. The pages can be read in any order or done more than once. Buzzfeed a spectacular coloring and painting edition of the incredible journal that started it all, in celebration of the tenth anniversary of the 10millioncopy international bestseller perhaps youre a seasoned wrecker, having made your way through. Completed this is not a book flip through part 1 youtube. Classroom packet for wreck this journal by keri smith. From the author of wreck this journal, a collaborative creative journey where you complete the book dear reader,one dark and stormy night, author keri smith found some strange scattered pages abandoned in a park. Adults, teens, and even some children ten and up could easily do the tasks inside. Inside, youll find prompts for painting, shredding, transforming, and unleashing your creativity. Art cute want creative books wreck this journal keri smith arte journal destroy activity arty inspiring picture things to do, bucket list, finish this book, keri smith, wreck this journal. This packet for wreck this journal includes a letter to students from author keri smith, reproducible prompts from the book, classroom discussion questions, suggested classroom activities, and an author interview. Wreck this journal not gonna lie, this is probably the coolest journal youll ever see. What educators are saying about keri smith and wreck this.
Her books include wreck this journal, the wander society, this is not a book, how to be an explorer of the world, mess, finish this book, the pocket scavenger, wreck this journal everywhere, everything is connected, and the imaginary world of. The internationally bestselling phenomenon with over 7 million copies sold paint, poke, create. Read keri smiths posts on the penguin blog a curious, engaging, and creative rethinking of what a book can be, from the creator of wreck this journal. From the internationally bestselling creator of wreck this journal, a curious, engaging, and creative rethinking of all the different things a book can be. Wreck this journal author keri smiths imaginary world time. Flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world. Whatever the case, youve found the perfect book to destroy. In this uniquely skewed look at the purpose and function of a book, keri smith offers an illustrated guide that challenges readers to creatively. Keri smith is a bestselling author, illustrator, and thinker. The special limited edition ducttape cover of the international bestseller for anyone whos ever had trouble starting, keeping, or finishing a journal or sketchbook comes this expanded edition of wreck this journal, an illustrated book that features a subversive collection of prompts, asking readers to muster up their best mistake and messmaking abilities and to fill the pages of the book. This is not a book that is particularly interesting for a 55yearold woman like myself either. Created with heavy paper, this is not a book is nothing without you. In this uniquely skewed look at the purpose and function of a book, keri smith offers an illustrated guide that challenges readers to creatively examine all the. Wreck this journal to create is to destroy black expanded.