Reverse stenciling and soft pastels Sunday inspiration 1-19-20

Posted Jan 19, 2020

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Today I practiced my own version of perfect on this sweet piece.

I love reverse stenciling, it creates such a beautiful pattern and texture and is perfect for a wash or a glaze.

And then I played like a kid with my Soho soft pastels! It is so much fun and if you’re not sure if you should add additional color to your piece soft pastels are perfect if you’re unsure because if you don’t like it you can just wipe it off.

This quote that inspired this piece made me smile the second I saw it! You know that feeling when you read something and you know it was meant for you. That’s how it was, so I knew I had to share it and paint it.

I’m constantly learning to be comfortable in my own skin, to not compare myself to anyone else, to grow and learn new things but also accept me for me,…….. weird quirks, fear, and awkwardness in all.

We all have our own beauty, or own talents and our own version of perfect. YOU are perfect just as you are.

I share more about it in the video…. enjoy!

This original is available HERE and the Print HERE

Supplies used: 8×10 mdf board, Collage papers, Jerry’s fluid matte medium, Lukas cryl acrylic paints, Soho soft pastels, Sharpie water-based pen in white, Sharpie fine line pen, charcoal pencil in ex. soft. tissue paper, archival ink black and makeup brush.

Stencils used: daisy 1, daisy 3, farmhouse clock

Collage papers available in the resource library for free.

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Be inspired, create and know that you are loved!

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Posted Jan 19, 2020

shawn petite in her studio in front of an easel

Hello there! I’m Shawn Petite

I’ve been teaching and creating for well over 30 years. About 15 years ago I found my art soul mate in mixed media, and it changed my life! I love the story that can be told by combining paint, texture, ink, paper and—really anything that you can imagine.

But what I’m truly passionate about is being your guide, walking with you step by step and helping you become your own hero in your creative journey.

Along my path, I’ve learned that the creating art also creates a healing space. Life can be messy and complicated and painful, but something about a paint brush can help heal your soul.

Join me on this journey of art and inspiration!