The grunge factor feeling wild and free 6-1-25

Posted Jun 1, 2025

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I’m bringing the grunge today. Working with an old piece and completely reviving it along with adding some fun and easy texture.

This piece feels wild and free and that’s exactly what I wanted! I’m also introducing a few new stencils in the shop along with some of my old favorites.

I even broke out the spray paint cans and did my own version of grafitti.

I hope you are inspired to create your own grungy goodness. Enjoy the process and always know that you are loved!

Get the original HERE and the print HERE

Supplies used:

12×12 wood panel
Liquitex fluid matte medium & Liquitex matte gel
Liquitex gesso black and white
Liquitex spray paint – cad orange, burnt sienna, carbon black
Golden So Flat acrylic – raw umber
Drywall tape
Collage paper, tissue paper
Brayer, 1″ brush, Small detailed brush (Small detailed brush), Palette knife (Palette knife set)
Generals charcoal pencil (ex. soft)

Stencils used:

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Posted Jun 1, 2025

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!