Why Commission a Mural?

- A mural can reinforce the purpose or ethos
  of your school, celebrate an event, for
  example, a centenary, or the opening of a
  new extension, or simply enhance your decor.

- Pupils develop their interest and involvement
  in art.

- The school benefits from having a large-scale,
  permanent display sited perhaps in reception, in
  the school hall, or in the dining area.


How do I go about commissioning a mural?

Decisions about the purpose or topic of the mural,
the location, the degree of pupil/customer participation,
the dimensions, the media or colour to be used can be
made with Stuart's advice. Whatever you require, he
will help you to develop your ideas into a fully fledged
project.

The final work can be produced as a large single piece or
as a series of smaller panels, and you also have a choice
of medium: acrylic, oil, egg tempera and charcoal, and
so on.


What about the cost?

This will depend on the size of the work, the cost of materials,
and the degree of pupil/customer involvement. Typically, a
detailed mural in acrylic on board measuring seven by four feet and with minimal pupil involvement would cost in the region of £5000. A piece created with significant pupil/customer contribution will be less.

Few schools and public organisations can afford to commission artworks from their own budgets. However, funding is available from a variety of sources: for example, local businesses, charitable organisations, the Lottery Fund and the Arts Council.


To reach Stuart, call 07751 659 205 (Mobile) or 01636 814 421 (Artspace, Southwell). Alternatively, you may wish to drop an enquiry using the contact form.

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