A Dark Forest Journal | by Betty Calkins

Betty Calkins created this dark beauty featuring some of my favorite fairytale illustrators- these are not your Disney-esque type of stories. But the illustrations are just beautiful. And, this book has much more than just pretty pictures to look at...

Betty’s style is truly unique, with much whimsy and creativity that’s truly inspiring. She DOES NOT have a YouTube channel. You may find her crafting videos and flip-throughs on her daughter’s (Kelly Snow) Facebook group: Junk Journal Junkies ETC. Please note, you must become a member of their growing group. Once a member, just venture over to the “members' section” tab and click on Betty Calkins’s profile et voilà, you’ll find her videos. Here’s the link:   / members  

I didn’t do any speaking in this video. Mostly nature noises along with the crinkled sounds of Betty’s earthy/grungy papers. I just love touching these pages. I can’t wait for you all to see this fabulous piece of art!! 😍


Thank you so very much, Betty, for this book!!


This video (and all other videos that I publish on Youtube) is intended for ADULTS only.

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Intro music
Track: Gymnopedie No 1
Artist: Erik Satie
   • Gymnopedie No 1 – Satie (No Copyright...