REdo of an old painting – mixed media floral 5-12-24

Posted May 12, 2024

0 Comments

Today I’m continuing my challenge to redo a painting a month.

As artists, we change and grow in different seasons. Our styles change and that’s ok. So I have several paintings that don’t quite feel like me anymore.

So I’m taking you on the journey of remaking these pieces.

The old piece felt to perfect so I wanted to mess it up a bit. I also wanted to make it more interesting. I eliminated some very childlike butterflies and replaced them with some vintage butterflies.

I’ll share my ideas and thoughts as I begin this make over in the video. I hope this inspires you to not be afraid to change something because it no longer represents who you are in this season.

Have fun watching.

The original is available HERE and the Print is available HERE

Supplies used:

12×16 wood panel that the original was created on
Liquitex fluid matte medium
Liquitex gesso black and white
Grumbacher raw umber
Acrylic matte paint – cad yellow, green gold, quin magenta, cad orange, burnt sienna, prism violet, cobalt blue, olive green, dark teal, unbleached titanium
Watercolors – Chromatek and Arteza
Collage paper
Soho urban artist soft pastels, Generals charcoal pencil (ex. soft)

Stencils used: THESE WILL BE ON SALE THIS WEEK

I also used some needlepoint canvas to stamp with

This post contains affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Posted May 12, 2024

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!