Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Steam Train Mural Completed by Cleveland Artist Nicole McClain

A few changes and additions were made to the steam train mural. The railroad cars in the middle were completed, more snow was added to the mountains, and the railroad ties and trees were more defined.


Steam train mural by Cleveland artist Nicole McClain

The trestles supporting the bridge were painted in and highlighted.


Vintage train mural by Cleveland muralist Nicole McClain

Fasteners for the train track to the railroad ties were added.


Train tracks of steam train mural by Nicole McClain

Per the client's request, a "72" was added to the front of the steam train as the company was founded in 1972. The grill of the train and curves of the steel on the front of the train were highlighted also.


Cleveland Ohio artist Nicole McClain's train mural

The bolts and cables that fasten the bridge to the rock cliff were emphasized.


Some lowlights were added to the steam of the train and the second steam spout now pipes out hot steam.

The only piece left is to 'sign' my name in the corner, prime it for protection, and deliver it with a smile to the client.