Blue Flower Mandala - dot art painting by Miranda Pitrone on a Natural Stone from Lake Erie

One of my very first flower mandala designs from 2015. Using a mix of brushes and tools and some paints from Decoart we can recreate this lovely blue flower mandala. I got my natural stones from Lake Erie.
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COLOR Palettes: / color-palettes-yay
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TURNTABLE / Lazy Susan:
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TOOLS:
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Acrylic Rods 8pc set: amzn.to/2ZqGuBE
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Arteza Mini Brush Set: amzn.to/35kZsf7
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Thank you
Miranda
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[@hollysnow5290]

My all time favorite. It’s all about the color!

[@MirandaPitrone]

This was a great one!! I love looking back in time....

[@Maiasatara]

When you added the double row of the lightest blue all of a sudden it reminded me of a pair of Petit Point earrings I got in Vienna many years ago. Different colors and design but a nice memory. I only wish I knew where those earrings are today! Oh - turning the rock is fine. Shows us beginners it's a valid thing to do.

[@MirandaPitrone]

They sound like lovely earrings💞

[@sunnyscott4876]

Your tutorials are excellent but my rocks 🪨 never look like your rocks! Thanks again for sharing your wonderful talents. ❤

[@MirandaPitrone]

awww..it just makes them unique to you :)

[@sunnyscott4876]

@@MirandaPitrone Thanks for your kind words! 💗💗💗

[@beckykukoski8678]

I made this as one of my first beginner rocks, not the first but close. I was amazed with how well it turned out. My friends were impressed. I told them not to lolk too close. Lol. I love this artist as she is very award of the beginner.

[@MirandaPitrone]

Fantastic!This was a good one. Thank you for your kind words :)

[@cheryllynnalston-morton9512]

Whatever is most convenient for you the artist. I really don't understand folks that complain about it!

[@kimfarrish456]

Hi Miranda!! Kim here again fr.N.Illinois When I 1st painted this mandala I really struggled w/ it. I had never drawn petals b4. & I didnt get the painting the navy blue dots. I painted them anyay & this mandals has grown 2 b one of my most prized pieces!!! I even hav a picture of it as my screen saver on my tablet. So every1 Listen 2 Niranda she won't lead you astray

[@MirandaPitrone]

I will try not to lead astray...I am happy to help where I am able :)

[@janicevaughan6163]

Your tutorials are amazing and the results stunning! I tried my first stones yesterday and can’t wait to get more technical. Thank you for the inspiration - UK 🇬🇧 fan

[@MirandaPitrone]

Wonderful! I am so glad you are enjoying this. I really loved this stone!! One of my early favorites...doing flower mandalas :)

[@rosemaryl.]

Moving the stone does not make me dizzy ! If that is your natural inclination than do it. We watch you because of your precise directions. Your so steady and imaginative. Thank you

[@MirandaPitrone]

I think it helps to gain a better perspective...for me anyway :)

[@carrielane7809]

I love that you show how it takes time to place a dot! Watching other tutorials move so fast and I feel like a failer because I don't do it that fast.

[@MirandaPitrone]

Glad it was helpful! Many people do not like the fast versions. I learn better by watching real time myself.... :)

[@terririccobuono4492]

So much enjoying this demo and learning so much. I appreciate your generosity in teaching. Thank you so much.🥰🥰🥰👍👍👍

[@Wildflower1880]

Miranda, I know it was stressful for U to have Giuseppe making his little sounds in the background, but it truly BLESSED my heart to hear him, Kids will be kids, just like the rest of Urs, All of R's out here on the other side of the screen have the same issues as U do... We can't keep R kids quiet either when we feel that it would be an embarrassment for them to make sounds or say something. ... Here maybe this will help U to feel better... When my kids were little my husband @ the time had taken us out to dinner @ a fairly nice restaurant, however they did have booths. We all had eaten R meal & a rather Large man was sitting W/A group of men in the booth behind R's. Piper my middle daughter kept popping up & standing up looking over the top of the booth @ these men. I finally got her to sit down & behave herself when the Rather Large man let out a very large & loud belch, not saying anything about it such as pardon me or anything of that nature. I could tell by the look on Piper's face that she was beside herself, & I was just wondering what she was thinking when before I could do or say anything @ all to her, she once again popped up & stood looking over the booth @ the man & in a very LOUD VOICE looking right @ this man stated BOY WHAT A PIG!!!!.... Needless to say I turned 70 shades of red/purple/blue/ GREEN/ & any other color my body could muster up.... The other men @ his table said what ever his name was ... I guess this little Lady told U now didn't she???? as I slide silently under the edge of the table to the floor hoping I could find something, anything @ all to do under the table until the group of men decided to exit the building. Even my Ex-Husband was beside himself & @ a loss for words.. So my dear sweet Lady never worry about Giuseppe making his sounds like ALL little kids do..... He's just being a little boy...

[@barboverdorf2122]

I really like this one. Tried it, not as easy as you make it look. Love it

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thanks so much 😊 I try to make it as simple as possible...but you are correct it does take practice:)

[@brendasmyth3196]

Miranda u can turn the stone u could throw it up in the air it would still turn out beautiful so anything is fine by me because u do it all so well,I luv it👍💖

[@MirandaPitrone]

hahaha......I might have to try that sometime :) Thank you sso much!

[@soupertoober]

Thanks for your tutorials....I've done two right along with you, kind of like a party! Your comments are so helpful!

[@rookerycrafts]

Very useful and calming tutorial. Thank you.

[@christinepeters3479]

I actually like it when you turn the stones. That's what I would be doing if I was painting it so keep on turning :) Thanks for taking your time and being so willing to teach and share your ideas, thoughts and most of all.... your talent!

[@MirandaPitrone]

Christine Peters Thank you so much for your feedback. I never know unless I ask right? I am learning things as well. I never knew the "swipe" had other names. People ha e given advice on flow mediums and varnish. They are communicating and helping others on here as well! I love the interaction capabilities! I am looking forward to mire in the future☺

[@steppingstonesplayschool1385]

I love your dot painting. And I admire the way you do it. Awesome.

[@maryjohull6341]

Fabulous

[@londafarrell5879]

Love your videos. I have trouble drawing a nice smooth petal and keeping all six the same width. The joy of painting on stones is that you get to just try it again on another one. Your easy explanation and step by step video makes it easy and fun. I find painting stones a great stress reliever. Thanks for sharing your videos.

[@MirandaPitrone]

Wonderful! you can make yourself a quick cardstock stencil to help with the petals.. Thank you for topping to say hello :)

[@barboverdorf2122]

I had the same problem.

[@denisehowie3716]

What a stunning design and great colors. I am fascinated by your use of that liner brush. I’ve been playing with mine, it will take some practice for sure. 😅 I did do the Mandela from your latte mugs on a 3” leaf today. It looks really cool. Thanks for all you do to help us along.

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you so much! I do love that brush! I bet those leaves came out great!!

[@janetlight5254]

This is beautiful. I am interested in learning. I've been mostly watching

[@MirandaPitrone]

You can do it!

[@janbartlett6550]

Your work is beautiful, and your lovely voice calms me and I know lowers my blood pressure! Betcha haven't gotten that comment before, huh?!! I could watch and listen to you all day, and thank you for sharing your beautiful work with us. I am going to try this design today, I just hope I can have a great steady hand like you. xo

[@MirandaPitrone]

Miranda Pitrone lowering blood pressure one person at a time :) No I have not heard that one yet! Thank you for sharing that! I hope the design went well for you! Art is very therapeutic and I am so pleased that people think my voice goes along with that idea. It is my pleasure...as always! :)

[@selma2973]

Beautiful amazing very pretty I wish if talent like you

[@brendasnider7130]

Absolutely beautiful as always. You are so so talented. Such a AMAZING ARTIST. THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO TEACH US SLOWLY HOW YOU DO YOUR DOTTING. FOR NEWBIES LIKE ME IT'S SO NICE TO ACTUALLY LEARN HOW TO DO IT INSTEAD OF WATCHING A FAST VIDEO THAT YOU COULDN'T EVEN BEGIN TO DO IT LIKE THEY DID. SO THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR WHAT ALL YOU DO FOR US.IT'S VERY MUCH APPRECIATED. ❤😍

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you for the feedback

[@danielleg8569]

I prefer that you move the stone. It gives me an idea of how to make it easier when I do it.

[@MirandaPitrone]

I have to move everything I paint :)

[@SuperDeut4]

Exquisitely beautiful! Yes! Spin the stone!

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you so much! And for the feedback...I never know unless people tell me :)

[@caroynkosdemba5679]

Love the "angle spot detailer" paintbrush. It's the first time I have seen one. Your work is beautiful.

[@geema714]

Thanks! I’m new at this and your instructions are so easy to follow!

[@MirandaPitrone]

Welcome! Thank you so much! I hope you find all the videos help and relaxing :)

[@kimball1099]

I've just started doing this. And I'd like to thank you for your breakdown on how to do these. It's given me courage to attempt these beautiful designs. So thank you x

[@MirandaPitrone]

Yes! Go for it! You can do it. It is a great way to challenge your limits. 💛💛💛

[@phyllistillman2019]

I love that you have real life going on in your background.

[@MirandaPitrone]

Haha..yes .always☺😁

[@aliciamorales860]

Awesome

[@virginiaholliday6952]

Thank you again for sharing your beautiful work.

[@donnalkrueger3715]

Lovely! Soon to be one of my favorites. Have no problem with you spinning the stone, I do it too. Thank you for sharing your beautiful designs. Great inspiration and I love flowers.

[@MirandaPitrone]

Oh I am so glad....Thank you for the feedback

[@thetravellingmystic]

Wow! Stunning work!! Gorgeous to watch! 🌈😍

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thanks so much 😊

[@phebefriddle9133]

To Quote the Birds... To everything, turn, turn, turn... Beautiful work. It makes me think of Indian beadwork. Love to watch people freehand their work. : )

[@MirandaPitrone]

haha that is great! Thank you for your kind words of encouragement!!

[@virginiaholliday6952]

Your turning the stone is just fine.

[@sandymurphy4293]

Ty for making your instructions short and simple to start 42:06

[@nancysutton2431]

Spin the stone. I spin all my stones and artwork, no matter the medium. ;)

[@jaycee3607]

What a beautiful tutorial. You have a very soothing voice and are so patient. 🤗 Also, I'm a clock person and I LOVE the ticking in the background. 🧡

[@MirandaPitrone]

Like a metronome? :)

[@jaycee3607]

@@MirandaPitrone YES!!! How funny that you said that because when I was a little girl my sister used one for her music practice. I love them and usually folks look at me funny for it. You get me, lol. 🧡

[@MirandaPitrone]

@@jaycee3607 I totally get it❤

[@meaonemea4319]

That is beautiful. Love the design.

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you! One of my favorites

[@juliehomer3884]

Beautiful. Miranda thank you again ,turning the stone is fine with me 😍👍

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate the feedback

[@tammyslatten]

Very pretty

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you! 😊

[@geraldinelucas3143]

Beautiful your hand is so steady and it came out great.

[@barbarabutler7323]

BEAUTIFUL !!!!! Going to try this for sure..Thank you

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you

[@nonnybrooks2958]

BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@patversteeg1667]

Just came across the Dot Mandala's for the first time today. 💘 love this craft and will get started very soon. Moving the stone was not distracting.

[@elizabethcalvo4652]

This is so beautiful THANK YOU VERY MUCH for sharing you are excelente

[@MirandaPitrone]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@cj.4431]

Gorgeous!

[@lilianutovic4773]

Very pretty ! I love watching your vids dog barking was funny but so calming ;)

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you! 😊

[@wendyd1881]

Your work is amazing.

[@naginiachin7088]

Just did this tonight and it turned out beautiful. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@MirandaPitrone]

You are so welcome!

[@tcfmarch17]

Your photography is even more beautiful If that's even possible. You are an extraordinary artist. I seem to recognize some of your photos. I'm from New England also. Happy New Year to you and your family/friends.

[@Mpo65]

Very beautiful!

[@delarcilla4821]

I like how you put your camera and really focus closely on the project. Another unique character of your videos. Please keep it up. It helps much newbee like me. 😊

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you very much!Keep at it....you will get the hang of it quickly :)

[@joannedonovan9489]

That is beautiful, and thanks for the video showing us how to do it! I'm working on one with a similar shape, and you've given me great ideas!! (I'm doing mine with gel pens, but it will be acrylics soon!!)

[@beverlythomas4119]

I'm impressed you do this without a the graph/stencil to follow.

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you so much~!I have a hard time "staying in the lines" I prefer the flow of freehand. That being said I have been asked by a few companies to show their stencils so I have used them in some of my videos.

[@knot.offended44]

I wanted to see you painting the circle cause it is satisfying to me...please show that in your other videos...

[@MirandaPitrone]

I will keep this in mind :)

[@marciakubly5822]

Love it! I am new to this but you make it look so easy with time and patience.

[@MirandaPitrone]

Marcia Kubly thank you♥♥

[@beverlythomas4119]

I'm so entranced in what your doing that moving it around doesn't bother me. This will be my next, 2nd one, that I'm going to try. It's beautiful. 😊😎

[@MirandaPitrone]

How did it go?

[@terrisyoutube1726]

It looks like a very beautiful sugar cookie I understand that it's not but it is fantastic!

[@kathylittle9291]

Just discovered you today on you tube. OMG, I'm so excited to go to Walmart tomorrow and stock up on supplies. I have a shoebox of lovely rocks that have been waiting for something beautiful. Your videos are so helpful and full of details and your voice is very calming. Will be following on FB and Insta. Thank you so much .

[@MirandaPitrone]

Welcome!!I am so excited to have you aboard. I have been in the middle of moving but I am slowly getting back in the swing of things. I will keep an eye out for you :)

[@Shines-On]

You are very good at this. You make it look so easy. And you can turn your work all you want. :) Thanks for sharing. It was very relaxing.

[@MirandaPitrone]

Relaxing is a priority. This is supposed to be enjoyable :)

[@ameliamendes]

💖

[@rebecca-familyrich7764]

Oh my! This is so beautiful TFS

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you! This is one of my favorites as well :)

[@celiagraham5920]

I really appreciate that you show us mistakes.

[@MirandaPitrone]

We all make them...just have to think about how we can move on from there :)

[@annefaint6127]

Just beautiful,,,,loved it ,,,xxxx 🌼🌸🌺💐👍

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you kindly

[@jenniferbayliss3411]

Love it!!!

[@MariaLopez-qd2qi]

This is beautiful work!!!!

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you so much! It was one of my favorite flower designs

[@katerkate]

This was awesome

[@marilynjones1596]

Beautiful

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@susanherbstreit6421]

Beautiful Miranda!

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you

[@kimfarrish4240]

I liked this one so... much I just painted it again for the 2nd & third time! Did a small one & a macro one for the garden border. Hi its me fr. N.Ill again. When are you coming out w/ a new video? I know You're busy w/ rl& I haven't painted all of the videos yet, but I now have 24 rock border stones done.

[@maicetumburus8369]

Perfecto y bello!!!!

[@TheReshefit]

Thanks for your teaching! For me - it's better when you do turn the stone!

[@MirandaPitrone]

I totally agree!

[@SweetWillowDsgn]

Gorgeous.

[@MirandaPitrone]

Sweet Willow Designs thank you

[@janice2866]

Spring is on the brain lol. I simply love blue and yellow together so this pops for me great job I’ll have to try this one too. Btw it doesn’t bother me if you turn the piece. I watch a lot of videos 🤪 most people turn the peiece. If you watch somebody paint two or three areas and let’s say their hand gets in the way for the fourth it should be easy to figure out what they’re doing.

[@LovinLife-pv7op]

That's really pretty.

[@mmmmlllljohn]

Beautiful!

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you

[@aroundthehousewithcheryl]

Beautiful thanks for sharing!

[@MirandaPitrone]

My pleasure! Thank you for watching :)

[@shirleyroulston5011]

Delicate and beautiful.

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you! This was always one of my favorites🌿

[@jackihammersmith8331]

beautiful. I've watched other people do this and their dots end up bleeding into each other and their ok with it. I appreciate you saying oops lets fix this it's too close, your work is hands down better than any other site I've visited. thank you for showing everything

[@MirandaPitrone]

Yes I think everyone has their own style. I also think it is good to learn ways to properly achieve the look you are striving for with a piece. It is easy to fix when you have a background color :)

[@melissakeller3628]

I think it's fine that you turn your stone to put the dots on. Your work is beautiful.

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you so much that is so sweet! Thank you for watching :)

[@lilimar33lilimar6]

Bellísimo me encantó Felicitaciones !!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 👌👌👌👌🌟🌟🌟🌟❤❤😘

[@MirandaPitrone]

Muchas Gracias!!

[@avrilplummer7047]

Beautiful !!!! xxx

[@louise-annwilton8755]

Don't mind you turning the stone at all, your directions are always easy to follow

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you for the feedback

[@CKArts.studio6]

The design is beautiful and so are your colors.I always have trouble drawing in petals evenly the first time. Do you have any petal measurement tips?

[@ameliamendes]

Boa tarde! Gostaria de comprar esta ferramenta - Ferramenta Etcher ~ Micro Dotter ~ Ferramenta Tiny Dot Art ~ Dual End. Vende por transferência bancária? Vivo em Portugal! Obrigada.💖

[@craftmania8767]

beautiful 👌

[@liliquinha53]

You use a regular brush to do the doting? Not doting tools?

[@andreaharutunian3838]

Fabulous, doesn't matter to me if u spin or don't whatever works for you 💜

[@MirandaPitrone]

I so appreciate the feedback. I never know unless I hear from people. On the faster videos it makes it a little difficult..but I think it is good to have perspective while painting it :)

[@nepoestetica]

Você já está tão hábil que você não muda a ferramenta, usa uma para todo o trabalho... Perfeito, lindo... Parabéns

[@MirandaPitrone]

Muitas pessoas não percebem isso. Você é uma pessoa muito observadora. Muito obrigado por suas amáveis ​​palavras.

[@mirtafrade5715]

Hermosooooo adoro todos tus trabajos

[@MirandaPitrone]

¡Eres muy amable! ¡Muchas gracias!

[@mariarosafallido5144]

EXELENTE 🙏🇦🇷

[@lesleykuhn8345]

I think turning the stone is okay! That’s what I would do and it helps me to visualize what you are doing because I’d see what you see!

[@jaycee3607]

AGREED.

[@jenn795.]

u should put it on one of those spice spinners if you know what im talking about i know thats not the correct name for them so u can spin the rock to paint the other side u so good at not puting your hand on it trying to paint the other side i know i would id have to go bk and fix it lol but you do such good work its beautiful im going to make one now for sure

[@MirandaPitrone]

Great idea :) You will actually see in my later videos I have a turntable. It did make it so much easier. Thanx for the tip :) TURNTABLE: Round: amzn.to/2Mo3b2u

[@marygidzinski8653]

Love this one! Turn, or no turn, it doesn't matter to me

[@marygidzinski8653]

Your work is enjoyable either way!

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you so much!! I am so happy to hear the feedback on these types of things :)

[@gayltomaszewski3269]

You are using angle brushes,can I get the same effect using the dotting tools ?

[@MDPDIY]

Thank you very much for this didactic video. The brush you use is bought this way or is a normal one folded?

[@dawnreaume6003]

Absolutely Beautiful! I don’t mind if you turn the stone at all!

[@MirandaPitrone]

Dawn Reaume great! Thank you for the feedback 💞💞

[@nancy9704]

Love this! I don't mind if you turn the stone when dotting. It's very relaxing, actually. You make beautiful art!

[@MirandaPitrone]

Thank you for the feedback

[@juliatapp6095]

What is the name of the angled brush your using and where did you purchase it please?

[@carrielane7809]

Thank you! 😊

[@MirandaPitrone]

You're welcome 😊