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UPPERCASE { Janine Vangool }

My magazine and books celebrate the process of making, the commitment to craft and the art of living creatively. As a one-woman company, I wear all the hats: publisher, editor, designer and customer service, too.

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The next UPPERCASE book! ✒️ 📓 ❤️

Hello Reader, I am excited to announce that the next volume of the UPPERCASE Encyclopedia of Inspiration is called Jot! This uplifting volume will be about journaling, note-taking, sketching, book-making, handwriting, and other ways of jotting down our thoughts onto paper. This book concept is one I've been exploring for some time (you might see some similarities in theme with it and my Sketchbook Revival "text" book session). I am consciously and purposefully incorporating hands-on elements...
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Wow, thank you! ✒️ 📓 ❤️

Hello Reader, Thank you so much for the amazing reception of the next volume in the UPPERCASE Encyclopedia of Inspiration, Jot! In the 24 hours since I announced this title, more than 350 books have already been pre-ordered. (And I've received some lovely auditions already, too.) What a wonderful vote of confidence for this book! You're a bunch of kindred spirits, that's for sure. ❤️ In case you missed the announcement yesterday, read on for the project details. I've also added some more...
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All About YOU

Hello Reader, I hope you have a relaxing and creative weekend. If you're looking for something to do, Sketchbook Revival started today! In my 45-minute session, I play with the following methods for creating a "text" book—a sketchbook inspired by words and letters. Here's more about my session. My session airs on April 15 and will only be available through the Sketchbook Revival hub. And here's the link to sign up to view all sessions from 30+ artists. (It's free to sign up and watch. If you...
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UPPERCASE back issue sale!!! 😍

Hey there! In case you missed it over the weekend, the back issue sale will continue in my shop through today. Get $14 Canadian dollars off each issue when you add 3 or more to your cart. Canadian customers: Your back issues will be CA$10 apiece.US-customers: Your back issues will be roughly US$13.76 apiece. (The CA$14 discount fluctuates with the exchange rate.) Thanks for all your support of the back issues sale. Pricing will revert back this evening. Shop the back issues sale! Bestsellers...
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UPPERCASE back issue sale!!! 😍

Hey there! I'm having an inventory spring cleaning sale at my fulfillment warehouse (no local pickup in Calgary). Get $14 Canadian dollars off each issue when you add 3 or more to your cart. Canadian customers: Your back issues will be CA$10 apiece.US-customers: Your back issues will be roughly US$13.76 apiece. (The CA$14 discount fluctuates with the exchange rate.) Thanks for all your support of the back issues sale this weekend. Shop the back issues sale! Bestsellers cover by Sarah Matthews...
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$10 back issue sale!!!

Hello Reader, It's time for some spring cleaning... I've put UPPERCASE back issues on sale — CA$14 off each issue when you add 3 or more to your cart. Canadian customers: Your back issues will be CA$10 apiece.US-customers: Your back issues will be roughly US$13.76 apiece (The CA$14 off fluctuates with the exchange rate). While supplies last—issue #45 is down to 50 copies. Shipping costs are not discounted. UPPERCASE is a substantial magazine. The cost to ship it domestically and...
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Inspired to share!

Hello Reader, Thank you to everyone who is signing up for Sketchbook Revival! More info about my session can be found here. It's free to sign up (the optional paid VIP pass gives you more time to enjoy everything; there are 30+ instructors over 11 days, so it is a full itinerary). I'm popping in to your inbox a day early with a reminder that the next batch of open calls closes on April 1st at 5 pm MDT. If you're planning to submit, please don't wait until the last minute! PRACTICE MAKES...
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Explore something new with me!

Hi Reader! I'm excited to announce that I'm one of over 30 instructors for this year's Sketchbook Revival! Organized by Karen Abend, the 11-day challenge starts April 11, with each day bringing you a new grouping of inspiring and instructional videos about how to keep (or start) a sketchbook practice that is creative and fulfilling. It's free to sign up! If you want unlimited access to the videos plus a giant list of bonuses from other instructors and me, there's an option to become a "VIP"...
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It takes concentrated effort

*A note about this message This message from janine@uppercasemagazine.com is sent to everyone on a general list, whether or not you have a print subscription to UPPERCASE magazine. If you do have a subscription to UPPERCASE magazine, renewal notices and subscription-specific messages always come from shop@uppercasemagazine.com. Not sure about your subscription's status? A personalized letter with the subscription period is included with each issue. Refer to your purchase receipt or use your...
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