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Learn how to plan a wall mural in this free painting instructional series from our professional artist.
There are 23 videos in this series:
Sources you can use to get ideas for a potential wall mural painting as well as the expert's background; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Using different things to give you ideas for your mural painting like photos, experience and more; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Supplies you'll need for creating your wall mural painting including brushes, paints rags and beyond; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
There are many types of rags you can use of different textures and weights to create different effects; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Techniques for using sponges and how useful they are when creating mural paintings; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Additional supplies for painting wall murals, like dust mops, crumpled paper and beyond; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Types of paint for creating wall murals including acrylic, latex and common house paints; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Different types of paint brushes you'll use to create a wall mural and what they're used for; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Using a fan brush and how quickly you should work when using one when painting a wall mural; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
How to use a mop brush to create different effects on your wall mural paintings; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Using a stencil brush to create fine stenciled designs in wall mural painting; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Techniques for using a liner brush in wall mural painting to create fine detail; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
How to use a toothbrush to create interesting effects on your wall mural paintings; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Different types of sponges including cellulose and sea sponges for use in wall mural painting; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Effects you can create while using a sea sponge in wall mural painting; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
How to use wall rags of different textures and weaves most effectively while painting a wall mural; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Using a loose weave rag to create thin washes in your wall mural painting; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Using plastic wrap for pouncing to create texture in your wall mural painting; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Using things like leaves and sandpaper to create texture and effects in wall mural paintings; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Using stamps made from sponges to create different effects in wall mural painting; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
By using an actual wall mural, the expert shows where specific strokes and effects have been used; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Additional demonstration of strokes and techniques used to create effects in a wall mural painting; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Review of a wall mural and the effects used to create the entire painting; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.
Feeling hemmed in by the drab walls in your living room? Bored with those same old posters and prints? Wish you were some place else when you sit down on the sofa to enjoy that glass of wine? Well why not add a palm-covered Jamaica beach or the rolling hills of an Italian vineyard to your mundane living space! With a wall mural you can conquer space and time to bring a scenic vista from anyplace you like into your very own home. Watch a knight joust outside of your veranda or an epic battle on Mount Olympus take place above your lazy-boy. Or simply recreate your favorite sunset from your last vacation. Anything is possible with a wall mural!
In this series of painting lesson videos, our professional artist Ian Loveall tells you how to prepare for your epic wall mural painting. He begins by sharing his tips for getting inspiration and ideas, then discusses the material you will need, such as rags, sponges and plastic wrap. You will learn about many kinds of brushes required for the project, such as fan, mop, stencil, liner and even tooth brushes. Ian discussing the basic strokes and painting techniques that will best serve you on this ambitious, yet rewarding project.
Ian Loveall Ian Loveall was raised on the Central Coast of California in a charming little town called Paso Robles. He began drawing as soon as he could hold a crayon, and hasn’t stopped since. As a child, he studied drawing with Deborah Kunic, a professional artist and family friend. With her expertise for guidance and California’s beautiful Central Coast for inspiration, Ian had plenty to keep him busy in his sketchbook! <p> At the age of 14, Ian moved with his family to Valencia in Southern California. It was here that Ian met and studied with Jay Wegter, a professional watercolorist who taught Ian a technique called ‘en plein air,’ or ‘to paint directly from nature.’ During this period, Ian fell in love with landscape painting and decided to pursue art as a profession. He began teaching private drawing classes and enrolled in the art program at the College of the Canyons. It was here that Ian began his first mural.dkdk
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