Stenciling with acrylic inks Sunday inspiration 3-14-21

Posted Mar 14, 2021

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mixed media abstract with texture and acrylic ink by Shawn Petite artist

Oh the joy that this piece brought me! And stenciling with acrylic inks was so much fun!

I chose so many things in this piece that represented the inspiration. The texture and grunge, the vintage papers–they all represent who I am.

The bright bold colors also bring meaning to this piece.

I started reading a new book this week by Luvvie Jones called the The Fear- Fighter Manual: Lessons from a Professional Troublemaker.

I’m only on chapter two, but this chapter makes me cheer! It made me sit a little taller with a bit more confidence. The title – “Be too much”.

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been told I’m too much _____ . (you fill in the blank) Because I’ve heard it all.

But Luvvie goes on to say in the chapter, that thing that people say is too much….. is often our superpower!

I share more about it in the video… and hopefully, it will make you cheer too!

Enjoy the video.

This original is available HERE and the print available HERE.

close up of mixed media showing stenciling and texture

close up of mixed media showing stenciling and texture mixed media abstract with texture and acrylic ink by Shawn Petite artist

side view of abstract project mixed media abstract with texture and acrylic ink by Shawn Petite artist

acrylic paint, acrylic ink, gel medium, texture paste, gesso

Supplies used:

11×14 mdf board, Liquitex matte gel, Liquitex gesso, Nova color texture paste, Deco art media crackle paste, Liquitex acrylic ink (in a variety of colors) Lukas cryl acrylic in raw umber, Stabilo all pencil, white china marker, General’s charcoal pencil in soft, 1/2″ silicone brush, white soft pastel, vintage papers – see all the supplies HERE

Stencil used:

Abstract Layers 5, Abstract Layers 4, Abstract layers 3, Vintage Patterns Duo 1, & Vintage Patterns Duo 2.

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Posted Mar 14, 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!