Mural Miracles
I was at a bar here in Baguio City when I saw some pretty looking murals painted on the walls of the place. I think it was the beer talking, but I think that if you have a lot of artistic talent, you can use murals and other homemade artwork on your home.
I don't know a thing about chiaroscuro and all those art forms - I don't know a thing about art and all that - but paintings and artwork can help make your place look great. You can buy artwork, or make your own.
Here are some tips to make your home look great with murals:
• Use a flat surface. I've been talking with some of my artist friends who say that the worst nightmare for anyone specializing in murals would be to paint in a textured surface like stucco or raw concrete. It's best to paint on a wooden panel or a smooth cement surface.
• Mix and match. You don't have to be a Rembrandt or a Michelangelo to make nice-looking murals. Let all your artistic talent out; never mind how little you have of it like I do. Experiment with various colors of paint and artistic themes.
• Make it the focal point. If you want your painting to be talked about, you need to make it the center of attraction for your home. While you should definitely be proud of your children's paintings, a crayon picture of your family being a centerpiece of your
• Buy a painting or commission a mural. If you can afford it, a commissioned mural can make an excellent centerpiece. You can also buy paintings from our local artists and painters to foster the artistic and creative environment of the nation.
Paintings and murals may be optional for home design and decorating, but they breathe new life into your home.
Marocharim, Web and technical writer
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