Street Mural Painting: An Introduction

What you'll learn

Learn street mural painting with our visual art short courses in Sydney!

Are you curious about the art of mural creation or keen to transform urban spaces with your creativity? Join this comprehensive one-day workshop to learn the fundamentals of street mural painting. Whether you’re an aspiring street artist or simply a beginner wanting to explore mural art, this course equips you with the skills, techniques, and confidence to design and paint your own mural. Explore the cultural significance of street art, discover professional tools and materials, and unleash your artistic expression in a practical, hands-on environment.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this street mural painting workshop, you should be able to:

Understand the history and cultural significance of street murals.
Identify and use tools and materials for mural painting.
Design and sketch a mural suitable for public spaces.
Apply techniques to paint a mural on a temporary surface.
Recognise ethical considerations and permissions required for public art.

Course content

This basics-to-street mural painting workshop covers:

Introduction to Street Murals

Explore the history and evolution of street art, from ancient murals to contemporary movements.
Discuss the cultural impact of murals and the distinction between public art and vandalism.
Learn the importance of ethics, permissions, and community engagement.

Tools, Materials, and Techniques

Discover the pros and cons of paints (acrylics, spray paint) and tools like brushes, stencils, and masking materials.
Practise fundamental techniques such as blocking, layering, blending, and detailing.

Mural Design Fundamentals

Understand mural composition, focal points, and colour theory for large-scale art.
Learn design methods using grids, projectors, or freehand sketching.
Emphasise scale, proportion, and the intended message of your mural.

Painting the Mural

Prepare surfaces, mark out designs, and arrange tools.
Develop skills in laying base colours, building layers, and adding texture and details.
Work on a designated space or panel to create your own mural.

Final Touches and Wrap-Up

Add outlines, highlights, and finishing touches to your mural.
Learn about sealing and protecting murals for longevity.
Recap workshop highlights and explore further resources.

The session concludes with feedback, reflections, and guidance on pursuing mural art, including local mural projects and street art festivals.

Intended Audience

This course is ideal for beginners, aspiring street artists, or anyone with an interest in mural creation and urban art. Whether you’re new to painting or looking to expand your artistic practice into large-scale works, this hands-on workshop provides the foundational skills and confidence needed to start your mural journey. No previous experience in mural painting is required.

Course venue

The Bower Reuse & Repair Centre Workshop

Summer Hill: 7 Prospect Road, Summer Hill NSW 2131

Redfern: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016

The entrance to the Bower workshop is at the rear of 107 Redfern Street and is opposite no. 23 Turner Street. You will see a hand-painted sign "The Bower Woodworks". If the door is locked, please press the doorbell on the left-hand side of the garage door. Please note, the doors for the venue at the rear will be open and not the front. If you have trouble locating the entrance or encounter any emergencies, please contact the workshop manager at 0422 840 471.
Public transport is the best way to get to the workshop space. The space is located close to Redfern Train Station, a local transport hub.
Most nearby parking is 2-hour-timed (including some paid parking on Redfern St) though it is untimed after 8 pm. Untimed parking is available on Pitt St between Phillip and Wellington St.

Materials provided

Participants will have access to:

Acrylics or spray paint (depending on the technique).
Brushes (various sizes), spray bottles, mixing trays.
Sketching tools like pencils, markers, or chalk.
Stencils, tape, and protective equipment (gloves, masks).
Drop cloths, easels, and a prepared surface for painting.

Course testimonials

Charlene said: This was an awesome course. The teacher was fantastic and stepped us through the process and provided lots of advice in how to use the materials. There was a great supportive atmosphere in the workshop as we each worked on our own mural. By the end od the day everyone produced something they were really proud of. I feel confident I could take this medium further if I wanted to. I would highly recommend this workshop to others interested in mural art.

Course tutors

The Bower

The Bower is a not-for-profit organisation with a mission to: Reduce the amount of hard waste going to landfills through education, repair, reuse and resale, Raise awareness of the value of waste...

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Classes Online Courses

Street Mural Painting: An Introduction

Sat 24 May 2025

1 session, 4 hours total

10am - 2pm (UTC+10:00)

The Bower Summer Hill

The Bower

Early Bird discount expires five days before the class starts.
Important Note: Please note that cancellations, refunds, or transfers will not be accepted within five (5) business days of the class start date.

This class is not suitable for anyone under the age of 18.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 24 May 2025	10am - 2pm	Workshop Room - The Bower Summer Hill

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