Why Not !

Mixed Media this week...repeating subject matter to free up and loosen up. Using collage, watercolours, acrylic and pen. #mixedmediaart #paintingprocess #artweek #flowers

[@loriknoke8021]

I love how you are always “responding “ to something rather than going in with a full idea and an expectation. It’s so inspiring to watch you in the flow.

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you Lori XXX

[@andreatorraca8755]

Great fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you Andrea XX

[@patriziacathey605]

Just can't get enough when watching you work ! I'm so immersed and invested in the outcome ,lol ! Thank you ,as always.

[@gaynorpattle]

So So Kind XXX

[@dianecourtney2724]

Hi Gaynor ! Even when you have slightly frustrated moments you are wonderful to watch and so inspiring Thank you 🌷

[@gaynorpattle]

Thanks so much 😊 X

[@lynlyn567]

I always look forward to Thursday evenings here in Australia 🇦🇺 I grab a cuppa, my iPad and in to bed for Art Weekly. Thanks Gaynor ❤

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Lyn, Thank you so much for watching all the way away in Australia and taking time to leave this lovely message...I am very grateful XXXX

[@alisonlyons4691]

Good morning Gaynor, lovely to have you here at breakfast. I love those timed challenges, an excellent exercise. Your flower paintings are always beautiful, and full of energy. Yes l feel Autumn is fast approaching, and looking forward to those stunning colours. Take care lovely lass.....Alioban ❤

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Alioban, my ears prick up when the weather girl/guy talks about your west coast....today we have a lot of rain while you can enjoy some sunshine ! Have a great week XX

[@KittehNow]

You are so fun to watch and learn with. Gaynor, you're bright and inspiring. ❤🌷🪻⚘️

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you so much for watching and leaving this lovely message XX

[@dulcieogilvie5786]

What a lovely little sidetrack your videos are Gaynor. I’m still living my art life through you and feeling everything you do while I am unable to find the time to do my own!! Better times are coming….things are improving and roads out to the NHS for saving my husbands life. !!!

[@dulcieogilvie5786]

That should have said FLAGS out for the NHS !!!!!

[@jennywhisconier7777]

love, love, love the paper bag collage!

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you Jenny XXX

[@sharonalkenbrack2871]

You help us to not be afraid to try everything. Thank you.

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you for watching XXX

[@janerogers5717]

Just love Thursdays... thank you Gaynor for your encouragement to play 🎨

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you for watching Jane....have a great week with plenty of play XXX

[@JoseeAlana]

I loved these experiments. They’re all lovely in their own way. Thanks!

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you Josee XX

[@francinetoni268]

Scratchy marks with a skewer…What fun! You’re a wizard. 😘

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank You XXXX

[@katewalton6350]

You are so loose and free with your paint brush. Love the colors. Thats a beautiful blouce you have on. Thx for sharing.

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you for such a lovely comment XXX

[@allisondawrant]

I love all of your videos, and hearing your chat- thank you for your generosity in sharing your art practice.

[@gaynorpattle]

A lovely, lovely comment, thank you so much Allison XX

[@cherylrugg4750]

As always, informative and encouraging!

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you Cheryl XX

[@janinafisher101]

Gosh, Gaynor, even your experimental "scribbles" look amazing. I am constantly inspired by your work. It really is fun to experiment and see what comes, and it's great how we can just keep painting over and over with acrylic paint until it gets to where we want it (in my case sometimes that's never!) Chrysanthemums are a great subject. Wow, that field really does look like it's fall... even though technically we're not really there yet. Have a lovely week!

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you Janina, I agree the acrylics allow so much. Have a great week too XX

[@SueMiles-c7i]

It was super interesting and I absolutely loved the first red flower you drew; to me it was perfect and breathtaking. Thank you.

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you so much 😀 X

[@suecam6286]

Why is it so mind-blowing to me that you'd use red to paint a white flower?! Thanks for broadening my mind about the possibilities. Best wishes. ❤

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Sue, Thank you for watching....I think there is a little dare devil moment when choosing colour...I have no other explanation !!! Have a great week XX

[@CharlotteMerl]

I've never tried speed drawing, looks fun and challenging! Thank you for showing another mini too, I just adore them. Hope you are feeling well Gaynor, you look as glamorous as ever 😊❤

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Charlotte, Please have a go....you will love it and even if you hate it, it will make you laugh ! Thank you for your lovely comment XXXX

[@Samahra01]

Hello Gaynor, I have been on holiday with my husband and I feel it's such a treat to be able to catch up on a few weeks of your content this morning!!!! I find your health journey very inspiring. Seeing you press on reminds me to do the same when things aren't easy. You're one amazing lady! Your friend across the pond, Samahra ❤

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Samahra, I hope you had a wonderful time and thank you for leaving this very kind comment, sending love and a big hug XXX

[@twisteddyekitchenmyfiberjo4577]

Morning, happy Thursday! I really love the picture with the 2 golden yellow strips😍🥰

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank You X

[@fionawhitfield925]

Morning Gaynor, another lovely start to Thursday. I smile and think…..where’s she going with this one? You are such an inspiration for PLAYING!!! Can’t wait to see the next instalment😂 Have a lovely week 💐

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Fiona, thank you for your lovely comment, have a great week too XX

[@TheDabshear]

When I want drips, I blow it with a straw! Thank you for the morning chat❤️

[@gaynorpattle]

YES !!! I forgot all about straws...thank you XXX

[@AutumnHathaway]

A light coat of white paint is such a great way to reset 🤍 Inspiring as always Gaynor! 🙌✨

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you Autumn XX

[@Carol-ny2pp]

You brighten up my Thursday mornings, I am inspired to go and paint. Thank you.

[@gaynorpattle]

Ahh, thank youCarol, that puts a spring in my step XXX

[@deborahdewar746]

Love the chrysanthemums and you look fabulous too!

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you so much XXX

[@michelleannette7994]

Happy Thursday Gaynor. Your creativity, and endless energy never ceases to amaze me. Your channel is definately my favorite, and the one I look forward to❤

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Michelle, Thank you so much for this lovely comment, you are very kind XXX

[@lindasteger7207]

Love love love the fun!! Let’s have a little fun ALL the time!! Do whatever the hell you are drawn to! ❤

[@gaynorpattle]

Big Hugs Linda XX

[@sherylwhite2201]

Gosh Gaynor, I'm always so impressed with how you work your way through to wonderful results. I love your floral that you started in all red. I often feel that I'd have no idea what to do with the beginnings you do, and would inevitably make a mess, whereas your results are so beautiful. What you considered a sketchbook page, with a little more work would be worth framing. Enjoyed watching your transformations, thank you 🙏🏻🌷

[@gaynorpattle]

As always Sheryl, thank you for your lovely message, I am very grateful XX

[@maggiesmith6519]

That first chrysanthemum drawing was especially killer!❤❤❤

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you so much 😀 XX

[@CLEliasArt]

Your videos are such a breath of fresh air- very inspiring! Thank you so much for sharing your adventurous approach. I really enjoy your work, your insights, and your videos! Wishing you much continued happiness and success.✨

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you so much for a wonderful comment XXX

[@rosemarymccarron3887]

Thank you Gaynor . You really inspire me.❤️

[@gaynorpattle]

So kind of you to say, thank you XX

[@arabellahorwitz2622]

So much fun! Love watching your experiments.

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you 🤗 XX

[@melindareynolds7867]

Daring and bold-awesome. Thank you for the inspiration. P.S. Girl, those large loop earrings! Party on!

[@gaynorpattle]

Hi Melinda...I'm loving the loops too ! Wishing you a wonderful week XXX

[@celinefederici6951]

Greetings from Cape Cod! I am always wanting to be more loose and I found the perfect role model in you talking us through your paintings. However, I doubt that I will ever be as brave and creative as you are. I noticed different kind of music this week that I enjoyed and think complements your work. Thank you Gaynor !😇

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Celine in Cape Cod XX Thank you for watching and leaving this lovely message XXX

[@sueomalley8858]

I do enjoy watching you create ❤

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you so much! X

[@andreawells-china3282]

Really enjoyed watching this video Gaynor, I’m going to crack out the water colour pens and get creative! Thank you for the inspiration ❤

[@gaynorpattle]

Brilliant XXX

[@marycollier1293]

I am just back from Juneau Alaska and catching up with your weekly update. Lovely flower paintings. Those minis with wrap around canvas are very interesting. I am looking forward to seeing you work with those.

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Mary, I hope you had a wonderful trip. Those mini wraps are tricky but addictive !!! XXX

[@lynnkaczor9013]

Just love your videos-learning so much from you. Thank you for sharing❤

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you for watching and taking time to leave a lovely message XX

[@teresapersaud1344]

Thank you so much, Gaynor ❤! As always, so inspiring, so helpful and generous of you to share. You’re a gem 💕

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you so much! XX

[@deborahmeyers551]

I love your process Gaynor thank you so sooooo much inspiration thank you lovely to see you and hear your beautiful voice 😊

[@gaynorpattle]

Thanks so much 😊 Such a kind comment Deborah, I am very grateful XX

[@CLune-hr9qw]

Gaynor, I am very attracted to the picture, that frustrated you. I find it wonderful.❤

[@gaynorpattle]

Oh thank you, that's very kind of you to say XX

[@teresaedwards4175]

Hello Lovely Lady ❤ Gosh! You draw fast! Impressive! 🤩 Loving the chrysanthemums ❤️ I quite like the subtle look of the painting after being white washed…looks interesting, lovely colours. I liked it before as well with red pot 😄 You are SO Amazing at painting flowers 🤩 I look at them and think OMG they look so complicated 😳 Lovely video 🙏 🙏🙏 I hope you have a lovely week too ❤️❤️❤️

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Lovely Teresa X thank you for your very lovely words, they spur me on XX

[@staballoy]

I love your process.

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you XX

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Another splendid video and love your beautiful flower paintings. We have a bunch of sunflowers aboard so might give them a go. 😃

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you XXX Paint your sunflowers and post them on insta XXX

[@gailzaranek6958]

I love the idea of doing multiples of the same subject; trying out little differences on each iteration so you can see what works, what doesn't, what you like. I need to apply this to pieces that I'm not quite happy with but am afraid to move on.

[@gaynorpattle]

It really helps me a lot ! XX

[@janetdowns9533]

Morning Gaynor.loving the flowers.look forward to seeing how they progress x

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Janet, needless to say, I've been tweaking !!! Have a great weekX

[@maureenconnolly9114]

I think that was wonderful

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you so much Maureen XX

[@dismith73]

I love your work and your approach

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you Di XX

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

You are so inspiring! Thank you for being you 😊

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you so much! Have a wonderful week XX

[@nickyharper9858]

Ooooo I will try and make it! Thanks for replying.

[@gaynorpattle]

XXX

[@taketimetoseait396]

Frame ideas... KZbin, CozyJunkStudio😊 how about some fall tea / cooking ideas... adds on keep an interest. Ann, Florida fan

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Ann, good ideas, thank you....I'll take a look at CozyJunkStudio XX

[@artsoundmedicinewoman]

I adore the unpredictability of your next steps 😊. Such an inspiration you are! Thanks to you I bought a big wooden board and a1 sized paper heavy weight paper to work on with my leftover paint to create backgrounds. And I am making concertina sketchbooks out of it now 🤗 Incredible fun! Made me think of your sketchbooks, are you still working in them, or are they silently awaiting your return to them? Thanks so much ❤🙏🏼

[@gaynorpattle]

This is music to my ears, thank you for sharing your sketchbook joy X I seem to have a collection of sketchbooks going at the moment, some have been neglected but as long as I'm doing something somewhere, I'm happy ! XXX

[@juliedowling1430]

Thank you again Gaye for another gorgeous inspirational video 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Always a lovely bit of arty joy 😊 on a Thursday morning xx

[@gaynorpattle]

Thanks so much 😊 Have a wonderful week X

[@JackieWolven]

Love the sidetrack!!!

[@gaynorpattle]

I'm seeing a Tee with "Sidetrack" embossed !!! XX

[@JackieWolven]

@@gaynorpattle yes!!!! That could be your side hustle. I know a whole lotta GenX women who need that shirt. 😁

[@lindanonnenmann1112]

The white paint over the vase is perfect, looks like a clear pink crystal vase. Oh i do hope you keep that effect. Your paintings evolve so...i will keep watching!! What a beautiful week experimenting in your "flower garden". Each painting is just as lovely as the next❤. Deep red with the turquoise color pallet is stunning. Thank you for letting us look over your shoulder as you paint and solve the parts that are not to your liking. 😊

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you Linda X Have a wonderful week XX

[@kateshotwell6001]

Why not! Such a great message, so freeing! As aways your creativity is so inspiring and motivating !!!

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you so much! XX

[@annrubino6252]

Nice beginnings, Gaynor. I'm wanting to see how you resolve the "pot", and what comes to your mind when you think of a vessel for these dynamic florals?

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Ann, our break in Cornwall crept up on me and I've put the florals under the rug press until I return ! I can't wait to see them with fresh eyes. XX

[@sabinemetscher6449]

Thank you, Gaynor 💕 🐾🐾You have me absorb your: why not creative practice 🌻

[@gaynorpattle]

Ahhh, your message is so lovely, thank you X

[@ArtandDiamondsWithEskies]

I love the one with the yellow stripes in the background and I adored the first one before you added the acrylic and collage.

[@gaynorpattle]

Yes....me too ! X

[@breathelori]

😀

[@gaynorpattle]

XX

[@teresaescuer2863]

Precios. Gracies.

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you for watching Teresa XX

[@KathyBrooksArt]

This was so delightful. My Dad used to have a sailboat, named 'Y-Not" - he'd say, why not take a sail! Thanks for taking us on another beautiful sail with you; such inspiration and so enjoyable seeing you work. Have a great week, & hugs.

[@gaynorpattle]

Hi Kathy, I love that...what a great name ! Have a wonderful week XX

[@curlew-3592]

🌷💜🌷

[@gaynorpattle]

XXX

[@Judi-Graff]

The yellow stripes add a wonderful contrast to flowers.

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank you Judi XX

[@maggiesmith6519]

Wow, I love these red paint/drawings so much - you are really amazing at drawing! I am interested in the watercolor pens - could you tell us which brand they are?❤️❤️❤️

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Maggie, I'm still in Cornwall without my pens and I can't remember the brand. When I get back I will let you know XXX

[@dorka9268]

Hi Gaynor, thanks for the great video again. Loved the only red stage! What do you do with those loose pieces that you don't intend to sell, reuse, use as reference, paint over etc? Do you ever throw pieces out? For example study pieces?

[@gaynorpattle]

I know.....I thought it was going all red....but no....I also thought one would be all watercolour !!! I keep everything XXX

[@dorka9268]

@@gaynorpattle well, it's hard to let go (for me and many others), but still it's usually best to everything?! :O

[@angie9430]

Gaynor may I ask what brand aqua pen you use ? ❤

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Angie, I am in Cornwall at the moment and I don't have the pens with me, but will make a note and let you know when I get home XX

[@nickyharper9858]

Hi Gaynor, I realise you’ve just had an exhibition recently but as I’m visiting from Australia I was hoping to be able to see some of your work during the month of September. Is there any possibility or plans for this? Thanks

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Nicky, Nothing major unfortunately but there's an art festival weekend in Tunbridge Wells 21st and 22nd Sept in the Pantiles. I will have a couple of paintings in Sussex House on the Lower Pantiles along with other art society members who are exhibiting. Safe travels XXX

[@beverlymarch7916]

Oh no my comment has disappeared again!Had the same last week…will just try this small trial comment lol!!😀

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Beverly, Receiving you ! I never know if the problem is my end or somewhere in the middle. Have a wonderful week XX

[@beverlymarch7916]

@@gaynorpattle Oh I think it’s KZbin gremlins at play!Fab video as always..Love how the paintings turned out from just a marker drawing,you have wonderful imagination and you inspired me to have a go too this afternoon! Thanks so much for the push!😀Looking forward to next week’s progression!!❤️

[@diannebond5656]

Hi Gaynor, Did you use hot press or cold press 300gsm for your latest paintings? How will you frame those paintings? Will they have glass ? Thanks in advance and Happy Painting , Best Wishes, Dianne

[@gaynorpattle]

Hello Dianne, The paper is 300 gsm Snowdon Cartridge paper and I will work a little bit more on them before pressing them. If I think they are frame worthy I will give them a finishing medium before putting them behind glass. Have a great painty week XXX

[@MyArtfulHome-sc2ui]

🍂🌻🤎

[@gaynorpattle]

Thank You X