Whether you’re looking to paint murals for your home or your business, there are several factors you should consider before embarking on a project. You’ll want to think about how you will approach the process and what types of materials you’ll use.
Paintings
During the twentieth century, mural painting art was a prominent form of art, combining architecture and fine arts. However, this art style began to decline as time passed. Today, it is slowly making a comeback.
Among the most famous paintings is the Jackson Pollock Mural, an 8-foot-by-20-foot abstract expressionist piece. The piece is part of the exhibition “Watershed” at the U-M Museum of Art, which runs through October 23. It features a map of the Great Lakes region with a highway overlaid. The image is believed to be the first large-scale piece of this kind.
The painting was donated to the University of Iowa in 1951, which has loaned it out to museums throughout the world. There have been debates about its value over the years, and a bill to sell it has been proposed. There are even talks of selling the painting to support a scholarship fund for UI art majors.
On Veterans Day, Urban ArtWorks will hold a public mural painting event in Ballard. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and is looking for experienced painters to participate. They are also taking sign-ups online.
Techniques
Creating a mural requires a series of techniques. The painting technique of stippling, for example, allows you to use small circles of paint to create an image. Some artists also add texture to their paintings by dabbing or splattering the paint.
Stippling is a popular technique used by abstract painters. It can be applied to any absorbent surface, such as paper, canvas, or gouache. To achieve the effect, you’ll need a long, pointed brush. You can also use Liquitex, gouache, or other thinner paint products.
Another painting technique is called sgraffito, which is Italian for “scratched.” It involves scratching through the paint layer to reveal the under-layer. It’s great for exposing unique patterns and shapes. You can also do sgraffito with a fork, a brush, or anything else.
In contrast to stippling, splattering is a quick and easy painting technique that lets you express movement. You can use the spraying technique to create a sporadic texture or to add texture to sand or starry skies. It works best with acrylic paint.