Birthed out of the human desire to transform our surroundings, art began with wall paintings. Whether its imagery, color, or texture we crave, wall paintings deliver the same depth and flexibility today as they did some fifteen thousand years ago when muralists dipped their sticks in wood ash and natural clay to create their art.



1. Painted Wall Murals Provide an Outlet for Our Instinctive Need to Dream and Fantasize.

Wall murals are an attempt at illusion. They expand our horizons and provide an outlet for our instinctive need to dream and fantasize. The common wall provides an opportunity for one to create depth, size and dimensions for a specific room or space on a grand scale. At its most basic level, the wall mural is a decorative expression of your personality. And the best part: anyone can do them. You do not have to be a professional artist, muralist or painter to create a mural. You can design your own wall mural using your imagination, artwork, greeting cards, or picture books. The most important thing to remember as you begin your painted wall mural quest is to let your imagination run wild, allow yourself to dream, and bring your fantasy to life with on a grand scale. Transform that plain ole wall in your home or office into a inspiring space and time that you seek out and look forward to seeing each day.

2. Wall Murals Don't Have To Cost a Fortune; You Can Paint Your Own Wall Mural!

Painting a wall mural is not difficult, but it does take some work. You can purchase a wall mural stencil kit to help you, or you can find a local artist to design and paint the perfect wall mural. Before you begin, tape off your woodwork and cover your furniture and carpet to protect them from accidental spills. Depending on the condition of your wall, you may want to apply a neutral base coat to the area where your mural will go. Interior latex paint is a good bet, but you should talk to a paint specialist at a home improvement store to make sure it will work for you. You can use interior latex paint in large blocks of color inside the mural, but acrylic paints work best for the mural s small areas. Acrylic paints are thin and will probably take more than one coat to get the right color.

3. Getting Started Is Very Affordable

I recommend Porter Paints and offer a 20% discount on my site so be sure to check that out. You will need a variety of brushes for your painted wall mural. Large, broad brushes are best for wide areas of color. Small, rounded brushes are best for small areas. Angled brushes are wonderful for intricate details. Mix the colors with your fingers, sponges, or clothes. Or you can get a portable mixer for small or large amounts. I highly recommend pounce products and projectors for transferring your drawing to a wall. Don't be afraid of getting messy after all it's just paint. Start with simple techniques, be creative, and have fun.