It's difficult to appreciate the attention to detail in this mural without showing it to you in person. The apple and flower are shaded using an array of more than 20 different colors. If you look closely at Mulan's kimono, you can see small renderings of the chinese symbol for happiness in orange and small dragons in black. The brilliant eye-catching colors grab you the moment you walk into the room. This wall mural stands over five and half feet high and three feet wide.
Acrylic Mural On Wall, 58" x 36"
Pencil Sketch
Monday, August 28, 2006
Panda Mural by Nicole McClain
This mural was a special request. He said, "I want a panda. I want him doing something, maybe eating, but up close." So after a little research about all the details of a panda's appearance (and we all know I MUST have details), I sketched out what I call a "possible" on a 30" x 40" canvas.
The sketch wasn't really the challenging part. More so, it's painting all the infinite fine brush strokes of the panda's fur and making sure they overlap in the right direction. While it won't be a photograph, I want it to reflect a real panda as much as possible.
Upon my first release of showing him the piece for approval to continue, he exclaimed, "Oh my gosh! That is more than I expected. That's great!" He's in for a suprise - that was only a preview sketch with colored pencil!
Beginning Stages of Acrylic Paint, 30" x 40" Canvas
Pencil Sketch
The sketch wasn't really the challenging part. More so, it's painting all the infinite fine brush strokes of the panda's fur and making sure they overlap in the right direction. While it won't be a photograph, I want it to reflect a real panda as much as possible.
Upon my first release of showing him the piece for approval to continue, he exclaimed, "Oh my gosh! That is more than I expected. That's great!" He's in for a suprise - that was only a preview sketch with colored pencil!
Beginning Stages of Acrylic Paint, 30" x 40" Canvas
Pencil Sketch
Sunday, August 27, 2006
Kerry Connelly Mural by Nicole McClain UPDATE!
I've decided to put some pants on (or on Kerry that is) in the Kerry Connelly mural, my character in the upcoming, Salem, AZ comic book. I've also added some brighter hues to the background and details to her makeup, gloves, gunbelt, and accessories. Can you spot the differences?
Latest Update
Earlier Version
Latest Update
Earlier Version
Saturday, August 26, 2006
Interested In a Mural for Yourself or Someone You Know?
Contact me at mymural@gmail.com.
Let me know your thoughts and what you are looking for and we can discuss the options! There are many options to choose from such as size, colors, design, and if the mural will be on canvas or wall(s). Murals are excellent for impressing your clients and customers as they enter your office or business, make wonderful gifts for an anniversary or birthday, and spice up the rooms in your home!
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Let me know your thoughts and what you are looking for and we can discuss the options! There are many options to choose from such as size, colors, design, and if the mural will be on canvas or wall(s). Murals are excellent for impressing your clients and customers as they enter your office or business, make wonderful gifts for an anniversary or birthday, and spice up the rooms in your home!
LOOK BELOW FOR MORE UPDATES!
Friday, August 25, 2006
"Faith" in Chinese Mural by Nicole McClain UPDATE!
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