‘Darkness and Daylight’ Watercolor Journal

Originally published in 1902 and penned by Mary J. Holmes, ‘Darkness and Daylight’ has been reimagined as a journal of contrasts – deep washes and light glazes, shadow and sun. A companion for when painting mirrors emotion.

A Note on the Spine:
This particular cover arrived with tape along the spine. To preserve the book’s structure, the original tape was carefully removed and replaced with fresh, clear archival tape for added strength and longevity.

The repair is visible, but so is the character. This journal is offered at a special discounted price in honor of its perfectly imperfect history.

A true original – crafted once, never again, like a first edition whose story ends with you.

Features:

• Original antique book cover from 1902
• 100% cotton, 300 GSM / 140 lb cold-pressed watercolor paper (acid-free & archival)
• Hand-torn deckled edges
• Page from original book featured inside back cover
• Ribbon bookmark & elastic band closure
• 94 pages (front and back)
• Measures approx 7 1/2 x 5 inches

Want to make it yours? Just leave a name in the "Order Special Instructions" at checkout and I’ll hand-letter it on the front page label – because what’s a story without its author?

Need a hand keeping your pages flat while you create? Our ‘Journal Clips’ are a perfect little companion to your journal – you can find them here.