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Karen Blessen Journals

Gold Christian LaCroix Gallery

A close-up of a decorative notebook with intricate embossed floral patterns and a black and white ribbon bookmark.
A notebook page with handwritten dates and a blank lined page.
A mixed-media page featuring a textured background with various shapes and colors.
A handwritten page with repeated prayers and a note about sleeping well in bed.
A vibrant sunflower dominates the left page of an open, textured art journal, while the right page features a patterned design with a dotted grid.
A page from a scrapbook or notebook with a patterned background and a blank sheet of paper.
A page from a mixed-media art journal featuring a pencil drawing of an angel playing a trumpet and a textured background.
A handwritten page in a notebook, featuring a memorial message and a prayer, dated August 24, 2016, and August 25, 2016.
A page from a scrapbook featuring a textured background with overlapping circular patterns and handwritten notes.
Two pages of an open notebook with handwritten text and bold words including "ENTHUSIASM," "CALM," "DELIGHT," "Attention," "Joy," and "Calm."
A collage page featuring vibrant floral images and religious iconography.
A handwritten journal entry dated September 1, 2016, detailing a tragic tractor accident and subsequent events, followed by a note dated September 2, 2016, mentioning loose ends related to a Pulitzer Centennial event.
A page from a mixed-media art journal featuring abstract patterns and textures.
A handwritten page from a notebook dated September 4, 2016, featuring a list of words and a repeated prayer.
A handwritten journal entry dated September 7, 2016, with a focus on positive thinking and an illustration of an eye.
Open notebook spread with two hand-drawn mind maps: left labeled "BLOCK IDENTIFY" listing personal elements like Home, Kelly, Quiet Time, and right labeled "NEGATIVES THE JOY" listing joyful elements like Family, Friends, Animals, surrounded by handwritten Christian-themed text and "Christian Lacroix" signatures. VISUAL DESCRIPTION The image depicts an open notebook with two adjacent pages featuring hand-drawn mind maps. The left page is titled "BLOCK IDENTIFY" at the top, with circular nodes containing words such as "Home," "Kelly," "Quiet Time," "Intimate Conversation," "Exercise," "GLOTH," and "Canny." Vertical text "FAST" appears on the left edge, while "DON'T" is written near the top-left corner. Below the mind map, three repetitions of the phrase "LOVE JESUS CHRIST SON OF GOD HAVE MERCY ON US" are handwritten in cursive. The page has a worn, aged appearance with dotted lines and handwritten notes. At the bottom, "Christian Lacroix" is signed. The right page is titled "NEGATIVES THE JOY" at the top, with circular nodes for "FAMILY," "FRIENDS," "ANIMALS," "SLEEP," "GARDENS," "THE SKY," "JOY," "SILLY," and "SLEEP." "ANGER" is labeled at the top-right corner. Below the mind map, the same phrase "LOVE JESUS CHRIST SON OF GOD HAVE MERCY ON US" is repeated three times, and "Christian Lacroix" is signed at the bottom. Both pages feature a textured, aged look with handwritten notes in cursive, dotted lines, and a consistent style of ink. TRANSCRIPTION BLOCK IDENTIFY Home Kelly Quiet Time Intimate Conversation Exercise GLOTH Canny DON'T FAST LOVE JESUS CHRIST SON OF GOD HAVE MERCY ON US LOVE JESUS CHRIST SON OF GOD HAVE MERCY ON US LOVE JESUS CHRIST SON OF GOD HAVE MERCY ON US Christian Lacroix NEGATIVES THE JOY FAMILY FRIENDS ANIMALS SLEEP GARDENS THE SKY JOY SILLY SLEEP ANGER LOVE JESUS CHRIST SON OF GOD HAVE MERCY ON US Christian Lacroix
A handwritten journal entry dated September 10, 2016, with reflections on upcoming events and personal thoughts.
: A handwritten journal entry dated September 12, 2016, discussing the creation of a sculpture and reflections on the work of mystics and artists.
: A handwritten page with a sketch and text discussing divine inspiration and questions about bearing witness. ---
A handwritten journal entry dated September 17, 2016, discussing the Pulitzer Centennial and personal reflections on stress and deadlines.
A handwritten notebook page with various letters, symbols, and phrases.
A handwritten journal page with repeated phrases and a date entry.
A handwritten journal entry dated September 23, 2016, with entries for September 24 and 25, 2016, featuring repeated phrases and a note about sleep.
A handwritten page with repeated phrases and names, possibly from a journal or personal notebook.
A collage page featuring a mix of fabric swatches, abstract patterns, and a handwritten note.
A page from a notebook featuring a collage of a crucifixion scene and handwritten prayers.
Open notebook with handwritten text on the left page and an abstract collage with purple shapes on the right.
A vibrant collage featuring abstract shapes, a high-heeled shoe, and various textures.
A collage page featuring a photograph of a woman in a purple dress, alongside a handwritten note dated September 29, 2016.
A handwritten page with religious and inspirational quotes, signed by Christian Lacroix.
A collage featuring a religious iconography of an angel with a halo, set against a backdrop of red web-like patterns and industrial imagery.
A handwritten note with colorful abstract art on the left page.
A handwritten page with a poem and various doodles and notes.
A handwritten page with religious prayers and a signature at the bottom.
A handwritten journal entry dated October 5, 2016, detailing personal reflections and physical discomfort.
A handwritten page with repeated prayers and a date, accompanied by a signature and a doodle.
A notebook page featuring handwritten text, a sketch of a person, and the title "Presence of Joy."
A handwritten notebook page featuring a sketch of a person and various words related to personal and societal values.
This page features a detailed sketch of a person with various handwritten notes and doodles surrounding it.
A page from a notebook with dense handwritten notes and a sketch of a person. The right side includes a map outline and the text "USA Hillary."
A handwritten page with a date, doodles, and a prayer.
This page features handwritten notes and dense artwork, likely from a personal journal or sketchbook, with a focus on political and emotional reflections.
A handwritten page with dense text and some visual elements, possibly from a notebook or journal.
A handwritten page from a notebook, featuring personal reflections and memories.
A handwritten page with a mix of cursive and printed text, featuring a critical commentary on a political candidate.
A handwritten page with a mix of poetry and questions, possibly reflecting themes of humility, divine light, and the struggle against evil.
A handwritten page with a large leaf cutout and various notes and doodles.
A handwritten journal page with various notes, doodles, and reflections on personal and global issues.
A handwritten notebook page with names and notes, including "John Katz" and "Hillary."
A handwritten notebook page with musical notation and a heart-shaped doodle containing the text "Heart Katz Surgery."
A handwritten page with various notes, doodles, and text fragments, including words like "Strength," "Leadership," and "Resolve."
A page from a notebook with handwritten text and musical notation on the left side, and a list of names and religious phrases on the right side.
Open notebook with handwritten text on both pages; right page text about spirituality dated October 27, 2016.
A handwritten page with various notes, a date, and a name, possibly related to a religious or spiritual context.
Open notebook with handwriting and bold words "KATZ" and "JOHN" on lined pages.
This page features a densely written and doodled notebook entry with various handwritten text fragments and abstract shapes.
A handwritten notebook page with musical notation and names.
A handwritten journal entry dated October 31, 2016, with musical notation and personal reflections.
A handwritten entry in a journal dated November 2, 2016, expressing frustration and anger about various issues.
A notebook page with handwritten notes and a question about needs, accompanied by doodles and a title.
A handwritten entry in a journal dated November 5, 2016, discussing emotional and political reflections following an election.
A handwritten page with dense text and some visual elements, possibly from a journal or notebook.
A handwritten page with notes and doodles, including a partially obscured phrase and a drawing of stacked blocks.
A handwritten notebook page with various notes and a dedication to "Kelly" by "Christopher Cogins."
A handwritten page with dense text and doodles, featuring a motivational quote and a date.
A handwritten page with various notes and doodles, including references to political figures and religious sentiments.
A handwritten journal entry expressing sentiments about Hillary Clinton's loss and the election of Donald Trump, with reflections on art and sculpture.
A notebook page with handwritten text and repetitive doodles, featuring the words "HOLY ANGER" prominently displayed.
A handwritten journal entry dated November 15, 2016, with musical notation on the left page and text on the right page.
A page featuring a religious icon depicting three figures with halos, alongside handwritten notes.
A page from a notebook with a patterned paper on the left and handwritten text on the right, featuring phrases related to hospitality, joy, and love.
A handwritten journal entry with various notes and reflections, including a section about the creative process and personal reflections.
A collage featuring a hand holding a guitar and a figure in a dark robe.
A handwritten note with a photograph of a textured surface and a signature at the bottom.
A handwritten page with a list of names and a note about health and fitness.
A handwritten note on lined paper with a black, textured background.
A medieval-style portrait of a figure with curly hair, wearing a red garment, displayed on a textured background.
A page from a mixed-media art journal featuring a religious icon and a textured background.
A handwritten entry in a journal with a note about a serious accident involving Vicki Millican.
A handwritten page with the name "Vicki" prominently written in blue ink, accompanied by repeated prayers and a date in the top right corner.
A page from a book featuring a religious icon with angelic figures and handwritten text.
A notebook page with a textured paper on the left and a detailed drawing on the right.
: A handwritten page with a detailed sketch and accompanying text discussing personal reflections and messages to peacemakers.
A religious icon depicting the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, displayed on a page with a textured background and a date stamp.
A page featuring a religious icon with handwritten annotations and doodles.
A medieval-style portrait of a bearded man with curly hair, wearing a red garment and armor, displayed on a book page with visible wear and tear.
Open journal showing two pages with handwritten text and decorative elements.
A handwritten page with dense text and some decorative elements, possibly from a journal or notebook.
A collage page featuring a photograph of a person in a black outfit, surrounded by decorative elements and patterns.
A collage featuring a woman in a black dress standing in front of a large red sculpture, with various abstract and colorful elements surrounding the image.
A journal page featuring a photograph of colorful high-heeled shoes and handwritten reflections on love, hope, and the human spirit.
A handwritten notebook page with various notes, a mailing label, and a prayer.
A page featuring a detailed religious icon with ornate goldwork and a figure of an angel.
A notebook page with a patterned paper on the left and handwritten text on the right.
A gold-colored notebook with intricate floral and paisley patterns, branded with "Christian Lacroix Paris."