How to Make an Art Accordion Journal

I recently folded up some paper like an accordion and made it into an artwork! I’ve seen this idea floating around the internet. Here is how I did it:

Step one

I took Bristol paper and cut it longways. I used art tape (masking tape also works) to tape both ends together on both sides. See picture below:

Step Two

Fold the Bristol paper like an accordion. I folded mine in half to first, and then in half again and one more time to make sure the folds were the same length. Then, I started adding paint, colors, and textures!

Step Three

Keep building up those layers! Every so often and in between paint layers, refold the paper so it doesn’t lose it’s shape.

Step Four

Finish your design on the front, and then start your design on the back! The great thing about this is, you can have artwork on both sides! I decided to hang mine up with clips on my bulletin board to add some beauty to my studio!

The most important thing to remember to is to have fun! Doing creative projects like this is very therapeutic :)