Using soft pastels for details mixed media Sunday inspiration 2-16-20

Posted Feb 16, 2020

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I love how this piece turned out, but it was a struggle to get to the finish.

For some reason the paint was resisting… and I got frustrated, but I share in the video what I do when things don’t go as planned.

I also bring out the soft pastels to get all the details and highlights.

The quote in this piece was perfect… I already had this planned and then when things didn’t go right it all went together. I share all about it in the video.

Don’t forget the maps collage pak that I used and the two stencils will be on sale this week!

Have fun watching!

Supplies used: 12×12 mdf board, gesso, Liquitex matte medium, Lukas cryl acrylic paint, (raw umber, teal, olive green, caramel, permanent rose, terra cotta), Soho soft pastels, charcoal pencil,

Stencils used: large tree, large door THESE WILL BE ON SALE THIS WEEK

Collage pak used: vintage maps this will also be on sale this week!

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Today and tomorrow is all you have left to get in on the early bird special for my new workshop. Focal point and finishing touches!

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Posted Feb 16, 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!