Mural & Public Art
This course explores the principles, history, and practice of murals and public art. Students will learn to design and execute large-scale artworks for public spaces, understanding context, audience engagement, site constraints, and visual storytelling. The focus is on concept development, composition, and translating ideas into impactful public artworks.
§ 01 By the end you can
- Develop concepts for murals and public artworks considering site and audience.
- Apply compositional, color, and scale principles for large-format works.
- Select appropriate materials and techniques for durability and visual impact.
- Plan and execute murals and public art projects effectively.
- Critically evaluate public artworks for impact, context, and clarity of message.
§ 02 Sixteen sessions
The whole semester.
- 01Introduction to Murals & Public Art
- 02History of Murals and Public Art
- 03Site Analysis and Context Considerations
- 04Concept Development and Idea Generation
- 05Audience and Community Engagement
- 06Scale and Proportion for Large Artworks
- 07Composition and Layout Techniques
- 08 · MidtermColor Theory for Public Art
- 09Materials and Techniques for Outdoor Art
- 10Working with Walls and Surfaces
- 11Safety and Structural Considerations
- 12Temporary vs Permanent Murals
- 13Collaboration and Teamwork
- 14Documentation and Presentation
- 15Case Studies of Contemporary Public Art
- 16Final Project Development
Midterm around session 8. Final project briefed at session 8 or 9 and developed in stages until the juries.
§ 03 Final project
Students will design and execute a mural or public artwork for a chosen site.
Deliverables
Concept sketch & moodboard
Site analysis diagram
Color palette and layout plan for the wall
Mural execution
Documentation: photos, time-lapse video, audience reaction/participation
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