One of the values we have at the studio is creating a place for kids and adults to have a heartwarming experience to help create and grow each individuals God given artistic ability.
A Safe Place for Kids and Adults
When you come into the studio one of the first things you will notice is the warm friendly environment that we have created for children and families.
All of our classes and lessons are friendly for all ages so there will be no need to worry about your child's experiences while in the studio.
You Are Creative
"In the beginning God created…so God created mankind in his own image, in the image of god he created them." Genesis 1:1; 27
Here at The Petite Palette, we believe that everyone is innately creative because God…THE Creator made each of us in his own Creative image. You are Creative.
A Dream & Vision
"With a love and passion to see children and adults learn and become their own amazing person, we decided to create a safe and fun environment where they can explore their artistic side. A place where their artistic abilities are not simply an add on, but the focus."
Michelle Shepard
(Owner of The Petite Palette)
Meet the Team
Meet The Team
Ms. Michelle
Owner and Creator (8yrs ago) of the Petite Palette Inc. There are few things she enjoys more than watching her students and staff grow and smile. She studied Interior Design and Architecture at the Illinois Institute of Art in Chicago before teaching K-12 at a local school and then God planted a dream in her heart to open an Art School for all ages to learn, grow and be loved. You will often find her out on a run, hike, bike ride, or rollerblading with her Border Collie Emma; being silly with her baby nephew; in conversation with close friends; or enjoying a great book.
She teaches just about everything…including Harry Potter Art Club.
Mrs. Tori
Tori was born and raised in Sandwich, IL. After studying art and traveling for a bit, she returned to her hometown with her husband to raise their little girl (you may even meet her in a class). Her passion for art developed at 7 years old as she began drawing her favorite anime characters and since then she has learned so much more that she wishes to share with all of you! She holds a K-12 Art teaching license and has taught a variety of high school classes for over 5 years before finding herself at the Petite Palette nearly 3 years ago.
She teaches some of our Group Classes, Private Lessons and Anime Art Club
Mrs. Jackie
Jackie has taught art for 10 years. (K-12) She graduated from Northern Illinois University with a BA focusing on studio art. She loves drawing and watercolor. She is happily married to her husband, Jeff and they have 3 kids! She loves to travel, dabble in home design and bake. If she could live anywhere it would have white sandy beaches. Jackie has taught at the studio for nearly 3 years.
She teaches some of our Group Classes and Private Lessons.
Mrs. Ashley
Ashley has been apart of the Petite Palette Family since its first location! Her favorite part of teaching is seeing the spark and excitement in a student when they learn something new. She believes that knowledge is limitless and so is kindness! A homeschooling mom of her two children and tutor, she has helped multiple children learn to read in her local co-op. When she’s not at the studio or dropping her kids off for classes, there is nothing she’s rather do than be at home with her husband, cats, and a good cup of coffee.
She teaches our Preschool and Early Learner classes and lessons.
Mallory
One of our most favorite students turned team member! We met her opening day when she signed up for her first class and she has been with us ever since. After years of taking classes, she became a quick friend. Now in college, you can find Mallory studying, working at a local bakery, reading, hanging out with friends, and just enjoying all that life brings her way.
She is in charge of keeping the studio lovely for our students.
Mrs. Jodi
We call her our Fiber’s Wizard because she can create just about anything with the right materials! With years of sewing, crochet, knitting, macrame, and weaving experience, as well as classroom time, she is the perfect instructor of all of our fiber’s classes. In her free time, you will find her gardening, kickboxing, wood burning or in the great outdoors with her hubby, kids and grand babies.
The Studio
