Introduction to Illustrated Bullet Journaling
A course by A Journal by AnnieArtist
A course by A Journal by Annie, Artist
Learn how to create a handmade, stylish, and functional bullet journal using illustration and hand lettering
Equal parts simple and creative, bullet journals help you organize your daily life while also serving as a potent mindfulness tool to keep you grounded and centered. Through bullet journaling, Scottish artist Annie provides a space for her love of lettering, illustration, and art.
In this course, learn the key components of bullet journaling. Discover the different organizational techniques and processes to implement this system and help organize your present life, remember your past, and plan for your future. Annie teaches you about the various logs used in bullet journaling and how to create your own calendars and trackers.
What will you learn in this online course?
19 lessons & 27 downloads
Materials
9 minutes, 20 seconds
All about Journals
18 minutes, 38 seconds
Future Log
20 minutes, 52 seconds
Monthly Calendar, Log and Task List 1
12 minutes, 23 seconds
Using Symbols, Daily Logs and Creating a Key
13 minutes, 29 seconds
Creating a Weekly Log
7 minutes, 46 seconds
What's included in this course?
Start the course by getting to know Annie, her artwork, and how she began bullet journaling. She then shares with you some of her influences.
Take a look at a variety of journals that are popular to use in bullet journaling to learn about paper weights and types, ways you can use a journal, and the materials used in this course.
Annie teaches you about some of the first pages you can create to start building a bullet journal. Learn how the bullet journaling system works and how to implement it. Understand the concepts of page layout, lettering, and how to incorporate simple illustrations in your journal.
Deepen your knowledge by discovering some additional pages that are popular with bullet journalers: monthly trackers, unique collections, and artistic cover pages. Set up a contents page and learn about migration, what it is, and how to use it to remain productive.
Annie shares some tips to help you keep up with your bullet journaling practice, some methods to correct mistakes in your journal, and some pointers when sharing your work via social media.
What is this course's project?
Create a bullet journal consisting of a journal cover page, content pages, a future log, a monthly calendar, a monthly log and task list, a monthly tracker, a weekly log, and a personal collection.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This is a beginner’s course, aimed at anyone interested in bullet journaling.
Requirements and materials
No previous knowledge is needed. You’ll need a pen, a notebook, some scrap paper to practice on, and any other material you wish to use in your bullet journal.
Reviews
- 9 days ago
J'ai beaucoup apprécié les leçons d'Annie et je la recommande à tout le monde qui comment un Bullet Journal.
- 5 months ago
Este curso é uma excelente fonte de inspiração!
- 5 months ago
Ho trovato il corso molto interessante. Il lettering mi ha sempre interessato, ma avevo difficoltà per impararlo. Con questo corso ho acquisito più sicurezza.
- 5 months ago
molto bello e ben spiegato
- 6 months ago
Gran curso introductorio! Me gusto mucho. Puedes sumergirte más en el método de forma independiente y aplicar todos los recursos de este curso para disfrutar y hacer más hermosa la metodología del Bullet Journal
It wasn’t long before brands and potential clients began noticing her work and she was able to turn A Journal by Annie into a business. She has collaborated with various brands and publications including Rescue Remedy, My Life Handmade, Gaston Luga, and Simply Lettering Magazine. As well as this Annie also sells her artwork and products online.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Me
- Influences
- What Will We Do in This Course?
- U2
Preparing to Start a Bullet Journal
- Materials
- All about Journals
- How Journals Can Be Used
- U3
Starting Your New Journal
- Future Log
- Monthly Calendar, Log and Task List 1
- Monthly Calendar, Log and Task List 2
- Using Symbols, Daily Logs and Creating a Key
- Creating a Weekly Log
- U4
Next Steps
- Creating a Monthly Habit Tracker
- Creating a Personalised Collection 1
- Creating a Personalised Collection 2
- Contents Page and Migration
- Creating a Journal Cover Page
- U5
Bullet Journaling Tips
- Maintaining a Bullet Journal Practice and Effective Planning
- Dealing with Mistakes
- Sharing Your Journals on Social Media
- FP
Final project
- Introduction to Illustrated Bullet Journaling
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FAQs
Yes, this course is designed for beginners and covers everything you need to start bullet journaling, from basic layouts to creative techniques.
You’ll need a bullet journal notebook (preferably with a dot grid), pens, pencils, a ruler, and optional art supplies like brush pens and markers. The course also discusses how to choose the best materials.
You will learn how to organize your life with bullet journaling, create custom layouts, incorporate art and lettering, build trackers and logs, and share your work online.
Yes, the course provides step-by-step instructions for designing personalized bullet journal spreads, including monthly, weekly, and daily layouts.
Absolutely. The course includes basic hand lettering, faux calligraphy, and brush lettering techniques that can be applied to journal headers and decorative elements.
Bullet journaling combines organization with self-expression, helping you manage tasks, track habits, and unleash your creativity through art, lettering, and personalized layouts.
The course compares journal paper thickness, dot grid styles, and pen compatibility, helping you choose fountain pen friendly journals with minimal ghosting for your needs.