Mixed media journal surprise – Sunday inspiration 1-31-21

Posted Jan 31, 2021

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It was playtime …. I love the casualness of my journal and how it just feels different when I’m creating in it as opposed to on canvas or wood.

In today’s project, I wanted to do something unexpected. To step outside the box (for me) and so I added a flap for a secret place to journal and to add to the message of the page.

I can’t remember if I have ever done this before, but it was fun and I can’t wait to do it again. I know so many artists that add so many wonderful things like tip-ins, flaps, or pockets and I just love them so I thought that I’d give it a try.

It was also perfect for the story and message of the page. I share all about it in the video.

Have fun watching!

https://youtu.be/DcuTYWETrWs

Supplies used:

Handmade journal, Liquitex gesso, Liquitex fluid matte medium, Liquitex matte gel, Lukas cryl acrylic paint (beige, flesh, prussian blue, cobalt turquoise), Nova color quin magenta, Arteza acrylic pouch in cold gray, Arteza vintage tones craft paint, Liquitex acrylic ink in transparent raw umber, Amsterdam acrylic carbon black, brayer, Faber castell pitt pen (black S), Generals charcoal pencil (ex. soft), Black soft pastel (myngo), tissue paper used for gift wrap

Stencils used:

Rustic Font, Vintage Bellflower, Vintage Dahlia, Spring Leaves 1, Mediterranean Duo 2 – THESE WILL BE ON SALE THIS WEEK!

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Posted Jan 31, 2021

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!