Better than yesterday mixed media layering Sunday inspiration 6-14-20

Posted Jun 14, 2020

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In today’s project, I used only a few colors and did a lot of mixing to get just the right colors. I love playing with paint.

I worked hard to get like each layer blended into the next like an old and grungy wall.

And at the last minute decided to a few flowers which didn’t really really seem to go but represented grace and was part of the story of the piece.

I had several quotes in my journaling this week but this one was the one I needed the most.

There are so many things happening right now that I felt like I wasn’t doing anything very well.

Once I really took this quote in and knew that all I needed to do today was be better than yesterday. I allowed myself some grace and a little breathing room to be human, to rest and just work on today.

And then show up again tomorrow and do the best I can. I share more about it in the video.

Enjoy the video

This original is available HERE The print is available HERE

Supplies used: 12×12 mdf board, vintage papers, Liquitex matte medium, Lukas acrylic paint (raw umber, yellow ochre, beige, teal, rose, purple) Inktense pencil in bark, tissue paper.

Stencils used: bold numbers, Paris element 1, pansy, Moroccan tile 6×6

THESE stencils WILL BE ON SALE THIS WEEK

Collage papers free in the resource library. If your not a subscriber you can subscribe HERE and get immediate access.

This week I had some fun playing with watercolors with my stencils and some fun new things from Arteza.

Arteza has generously given us a 10% coupon good until July 15th. Use coupon code: ShawnPetite2

Watercolors , Diy frame pad, Waterbrushes

Be inspired, create and know that you are.

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Posted Jun 14, 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!