Collected Moments: Intro to Junk Journaling
Led by Jessica Jovel · Letters to Apollo
About This Workshop
In this beginner-friendly workshop, students will be introduced to the creative practice of junk journaling through the art of everyday ephemera. Together, we'll explore how ordinary paper items — receipts, photo booth strips, ticket stubs, packaging, handwritten notes, and more — can be transformed into layered, expressive journal spreads.
Participants will learn foundational techniques including composition, layering, balancing textures, and incorporating personal paper elements in a way that feels cohesive and intentional. Through guided prompts and hands-on instruction, students will experiment with arranging found materials, adding depth, and creating visual flow on the page.
This workshop is designed to feel approachable and freeing — no prior experience required. Whether you're brand new to journaling or looking for a fresh way to document your daily life, you'll leave with a completed spread and practical skills to continue creating at home.
Come ready to cut, layer, rearrange, and reimagine the paper trail of your everyday life.
Workshop Details
Duration
1.5 Hours
Skill Level
Beginner Friendly
Class Size
To Be Announced
Location
To Be Announced
Materials Provided
- Exclusive Letters to Apollo sticker sheet(s)
- Scrapbook papers
- Magazines for collage
- Decorative elements and layering materials
- All basic tools (scissors, glue, etc.)
What to Bring
To make your spread personal and meaningful, please bring small paper items from a recent trip, outing, or event you would like to document. Think of everyday ephemera that is usually thrown away but can be repurposed creatively, such as:
- Receipts
- Ticket stubs or entry passes
- Photo booth strips (highly recommended!)
- Postcards
- Menus or small booklets
- Packaging with interesting designs
- Coffee sleeves or cups with logos
- Price tags
- Maps, brochures, or flyers
Photo Booth Recommendation: A photo booth strip adds such a fun, nostalgic focal point to your spread. If you'd like to take one before class, you can visit Autophoto on Orchard Street or Old Friend in Brooklyn.
What You'll Take Home
- A completed junk journal spread created during the workshop
- Foundational techniques for composition and layering
- Practical skills for incorporating ephemera into journal pages
- Confidence to continue documenting your life on paper
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