"Shōjo Resiste" : How to Create a Pop Painting with Our Exclusive Manga Stencil
In a style halfway between street art, manga and pop collage, "Shōjo Resiste appeals at first glance.
A work that is saturated, expressive, balanced... and yet profoundly accessible.
Today, we invite you to discover behind the scenes of its creationand create your own version using our exclusive stencil from the Manga Sutenshiru.
And it all starts with a unique video - a plunge into the heart of artistic creation.
🎬 An immersive video to enter the beating heart of creation
Some videos explain.
Others inspire.
But this one goes further: it takes you through the creative process of a hybrid work that is visually powerful and profoundly contemporary.
🎥 From the first layer of collage to the stencilled central silhouetteYou are witnessing a transformation. An empty canvas becomes a message. An accumulation becomes harmony. And every step of the way, you realise that this work could be yours.
👉 Watch this video now. It's not just a tutorial, it's an invitation to create, to explore, to dare.
🎨 "Shōjo Résiste": When inner calm meets visual exuberance
In a world of multiple images, "Shōjo Résiste" celebrates the tension between graphic chaos and personal mastery.
All around, an abundance of pop: stickers, logos, mascots, fragments of slogans - a joyful, deliberately dense visual avalanche. And at its heart, a female figure, poised, precise, poetic.
This young heroine, created in manga stencilembodies a form of gentle resistance. Not an opposition to visual culture, but refocusinga personal statement in the midst of the noise.
👉 It doesn't erase anything. It imposes its presence. And so can you, express this inner posture by creating your own version of the work.
🧨 A stencil, a presence, a possibility
The "Shōjo Resiste" stencil is not simply a motif:
This is a narrative basisa strong graphic imprint, which you can interpret freely to suit your style.
What you'll appreciate:
- A expressive facea cross between manga and street art.
- From clear, clean lineswhich guarantee professional results even for beginners.
- A stable, determined postureIt blends in perfectly with any type of composition.
Can be used on :
- Canvas
- paper
- Wall
- Textiles
- Furniture
...this stencil opens up a wide range of possibilities contemporary artistic creation.
🎨 A hybrid aesthetic: between manga, collage and street art
"Shōjo Résiste" fuses three major influences:
- The manga intense gaze, sober lines, gentle posture.
- Pop collage A background teeming with cultural symbols and familiar visuals.
- Street art free dripping, spontaneous gestures, mixed techniques.
The result? A unique street art paintingIt is both legible and saturated, personal and collective.
And you, as the creator, become the conductor of this visual balance.
🛠️ The "Shōjo Résiste" stencil: a ready-to-use graphic creation
Accessible to all levelsThis stencil has been designed to give you a a fluid and rewarding creative experience.
| Atout | Description |
|---|---|
| Precision | Cut lines for a clean, balanced look |
| Expressiveness | Each detail carries a strong graphic emotion |
| Versatility | Works on canvas, paper, wall, wood, fabric, etc. |
💬 Whether you're a beginner or an expert, this manga stencil is the perfect tool for exploring a new way of expressing yourself.
Manga Stencil - Capsule Girl - MGS001
🌸 This stencil is part of the Manga Sutenshiru collection
"Shōjo Résiste" is one of the key figures in our collection Manga Sutenshirua series of stencils dedicated to expressive, powerful characters inspired by the manga aesthetic.
🎌 Manga Sutenshiru - which stands for "manga stencil" - draws on the most vibrant aspects of the Japanese graphic universe:
- Intense glances,
- Emblematic positions,
- Stylised details like the famous "Capsule" cap...
But instead of staying on paper, these characters come to life on your computer. canvases, walls or clothesthanks to ready-to-use stencilsdesigned for ease of use, even if you're just starting out.
🖌️ Each model tells a story.
An urban warrior. A silent hero. A visual icon.
And it's you who give shape to this narrativeWith your backgrounds, your colours, your energy.
👉 With Manga SutenshiruYou don't create a motif. You're creating a character.
🛒 Want to explore the whole universe?
🖼️ What your version of "Shōjo Résiste" has to say about you
By carrying out this stencil portraityou create more than just a visual:
You assert a vision, a sensitivity, a personal reading of the graphic world that surrounds us.
Your work can :
- Showcase your passion for manga and Japanese culture
- Serve with urban visual statementcommitted and creative
- Become a a strong decorative element in your personal world
👉 Each canvas is a visual positionIt's unique and it's embraced.
🧰 Recommended materials for your "Shōjo Résiste" street art painting
| Element | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Support | Canvas, wood, rough wall, thick paper |
| Background | Collage, stickers, free painting |
| Stencil | "Shōjo Résiste" - medium or large format |
| Paint | Spray paint or acrylic applied with a brush or sponge |
| Finish | Matt or gloss varnish, depending on the desired effect |
🧠 Tip: test on a draft first to find your style of pressure and contrast.
🔄 Steps to create the "Shōjo Resiste" painting.
Reproducing "Shōjo Resiste" doesn't require you to be an advanced artist, just follow these steps in order. Here's how John Beckley made this vibrant, pop painting from our exclusive stencil.
1. Stencilling the first coat
John begins by positioning the "Shōjo Résiste" stencil on a white canvas, then applies a first coat of black spray paint.
👉 This step marks out the contours of the character right from the start.
Manga Stencil - Capsule Girl - MGS001
2. Creating the collage background
Once the stencil has been removed, John covers it with the entire background of the canvas with stickers.
The objective: obtain a fully saturated backgroundjoyful, visually intense.
💡 You can find stickers at low prices on Amazon, in packs or individually, depending on your style.
3. Colouring the jacket
The character's jacket is then filled with a bright red paintprobably a cadmium red.
4. Splashes and texture
To bring this surface to life, John adds coloured splashes with a pipette on the jacket.
The result is a dynamic, vibrant, urban texture.
5. Face painting
He then applies the paint to the inside of the faceThe colours are neutral and clean to accommodate the volumes.
6. Shadows and volume on the cheeks
To create a subtle relief effectJohn uses two cans of paint (pink and medium sand) to apply light veils to the cheeks.
🛠️ For this stage, a very fine course is essential.
👉 We recommend this exact model: Caps Molotow Super Skinny Grey
7. Second stencilling pass
The stencil is replaced in exactly the same place, then a a new layer of black is applied for redefine the contours perfectly.
8. Lip paint
John uses the same red as the jacket to paint the lips of the Shōjo.
9. Painting the cap
The "Capsule" cap is then painted with this colour. same intense redfor a strong chromatic coherence.
10. Eye detail
The inside of the eyes is coloured with white, blue and violetto add depth to the look.
11. Yellow T-shirt
The t-shirt is painted with a clear primary yellowadding a strong contrast to the rest of the palette.
12. Capsule" text in yellow
The word 'Capsule', inscribed on the cap, is painted in the same primary yellow than the T-shirt, creating a beautiful visual harmony.
13. Cobalt blue hair
The Shōjo's hair is filled with a cobalt bluerich and expressive, contrasting with the saturated background.
14. Last stencil pass
A the last layer of black is stencilled onfor sharp contours and a professional graphic finish.
15. Stencil bridge masking
Finally, John hides the "stencil "bridges - these small spaces left empty in certain closed areas (such as the inside of an "O" or an "A") to prevent the stencil from cutting out completely.
👉 To do this, he sprays a little black paint into a cup, then uses a brush to manually fill in these bridgesguaranteeing a perfectly identical colour.
👁️ Reading the work: between gentle resistance and joyful saturation
👧 The central figure: calm and resistance
La shōjo imagined by John Beckley doesn't scream.
She resists in silence.
With his red cap marked "Capsule" - a nod to the world of Dragon Ball -It asserts both a sense of belonging and an ironic distance.
It is in the system, but not of it.
His gaze is direct, almost frozen - like a manga frame suspended in time.
Unlike the saturated background, it remains pure, fullmarked by bold but clear colourswithout overprinting.
His stance? That of a character who crosses the chaos without dissolving into it.
She embodies a clear-sighted youthwho knows the codes of pop culture, who may love them... but who doesn't get lost in them.
It is a softly opposed identitya figure of modern femininity:
strong but not violentrooted in Japanese urban aesthetics as much as in the backstreets of western street art.
✨ A muse for the digital age
"Shōjo Résiste is not simply a painting.
This is a contemporary allegorya a visual reflection on identity in a world saturated with signs.
This is the story of those who stand in the flowwithout fleeing, without bending.
She asks us:
How can you remain unique when everything around you is pushing towards uniformity?
How do you keep your voice when so many others want to speak for you?
The artist's response can be summed up in one posture:
Don't move. Watching. Hold on.
❓FAQ - Do you have a question? We'll get back to you
Is this stencil suitable for wall decoration?
Yes, perfectly. It adheres well to painted or rough walls.
Is it suitable for beginners?
Absolutely. The video and the stencil design make it easy to create a successful design, even without any experience.
Can I customise the background?
Yes, it's even encouraged! Stencils can be used for any background design.
Can you paint on clothes?
Yes, with textile paint and a good drying time, stencils can also be used for custom fashion.
How many times can it be reused?
With proper cleaning, it is durable and can be reused many, many times.
👉 Worth noting When used with spray paint, the layer applied is so thin that it is often not necessary to clean the stencil between uses. It remains clean and functional, ready for a new creation.
🎯 In conclusion: it's up to you to create your own version
"Shōjo Résiste" is not just a painting. It's a visual narrative. An invitation to express yourself. A field for graphic experimentation.
With this manga stencil and the immersive video that accompanies it, you have everything you need to :
- Exploring new artistic gestures
- Reconnect with your creativity
- Produce an original, strong and stylised piece of work
🎥 The video shows you the way.
🖌️ The stencil gives you the shape.
🫵 It's up to you to choose the colours.
🎯 Ready to create your own?
The "Shōjo Résiste" stencil is waiting for you to bring your own version of this pop, urban and manga work to life.
🛒 Order your stencil now and start creating here :
And if you're looking for other characters to paint?
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Hello,
Really superb!
What can be done to preserve the manga?
Varnish or epoxy Shojo and the background
which is made of stykers, i.e. plastic-coated.
Thank you for your reply.
Yours sincerely
Jacques