Founder of Providence Painted Signs the graphic arts has been a constant in his life for the past 20 years. Gilheeney has a BFA in Printmaking from Rhode Island College. He has paintings in Private, Corporate and Museum collections. Most days he can be found at the sign shop with a paint brush in his hand.
stolen moments, 2018
enamel on aluminuim 48″x48″
Additional Info
Artist Website: Shawn Gilheeney
Instagram: @providencepaintedsigns
Part of Growing the NetWorks
This artist was selected by a past NetWorks Rhode Island participant as part of Growing the NetWorks — a 2025 exhibition presented by WaterFire Providence, at the WaterFire Arts Center, celebrating peer-nominated artists from across Rhode Island. Learn more at waterfire.org/growingthenetworks
Highlighting the work of selected artists who have played vital roles in shaping the contemporary visual arts community in Rhode Island. This collection of brief video portraits provides a window into the lives, practices, and cultural contributions of professional artists.
