Hi there! I’m Kira Sparkles. I’ve been blogging as Journal Girl since 2007, sharing my journey as a disabled artist.

The Work:  

The Work consists of my patchwork career: artist, writer, teacher, & daytime office dweller. Every day, I do at least one thing to further the Work. 

I am striving to create both a physical and digital record of my experience of living in this time. I create videos for both myself and others, pulling from my BA in Television Production and nearly 7 years working as a freelance video editor for both established small businesses and individual artists. 

With nearly two dozen published articles, interviews, and features under my belt, along with 15 years writing experience, I aim to use my words to relate the process and life-lessons the creative life teach. I offer insight and a short cut through the woods to those eager to follow along on the artists' path.  

Advocacy & Support:

Diagnosed with a chronic illness at a young age, I have gone through the roller coaster of emotions -- the peaks and valleys that come with a life less in your control. Art saved me, and continues to show me an easier, more joyous way through. I aim to lead others to a happier life through art, and offer support and a community for those living with chronic illnesses wishing to deepen their artistic abilities. 

Publications

Somerset Studio Sept/Oct 2013
Somerset Studio March/April 2013
 
 Sprout #11: Playfulness
 Artful Blogging, Fall 2012
 Somerset Studio, July/August 2012

Interview @ the tranquilista podcast
Cloth, Paper, Scissors - May/June 2011 
Art Journaling - Summer 2011 
Somerset Studio - March/April 2011 
Artful Blogging – Winter 2011 
Somerset Studio – Sept/Oct 2010
Art Journaling – Winter 2010
Crescendoh – Art Saves 
Altered Couture – Autumn 2008 
Page by Page #3 – Autumn 2008 
Belle Armoire – Sept/Oct 2008 
Page by Page #2 – Summer 2008 
Page by Page #1 – Fall 2007
 
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