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working on large canvases or a large wall gives a much more

vast expanse of space to expand a visual impact from many

yards away, allowing viewing from a distance and visualizing a

finished product.

Every artist aspires to painting majestic canvases and no better

is that achieved than painting wall murals. Most of the walls I

have painted range in size from 30 x 50 to 25 x 300 feet.

the challenge is creating the composition in the right

proportions at such a large scale. this is approached with a

vision of the wall finished before you start. You need to see

it in your mind’s eye just to get the perspective, balance and

correct proportions. You must always take on the opportunity

of working without a projector, in this manner the freedom of

the hand will often bring that third dimension that you have

always been trying to achieve. It is only then when you will

actually envision the subject matter on the wall.

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ESSaY bY PauL YGartua on MuraLS

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