Painting in the Forest

This was one of my first murals that I had done for my very good friend.  The family looked through the dining room window on to this large blank garage wall.  I was inspired by the surroundings; seeing deer explore the yard while I was painting, and looking through a children’s book.  The height of the wall was a little bit of a challenge, along with the grooved base.  I have learned more than a few basics on this spacious wall.

Mamas bear peeking from her burrow

Posing for picture

Revitalizing of existing back yard fence mural

When I first painted this scene on plywood sheets mounted on a backyard fence ten years ago, I had little previous experience with outdoor murals. The image faded through the seasons due to the ill-suited paint products I used. Now, I am repainting the original image with media suited for outdoor conditions, in the process adding more color and contrast. 

Note faded painting on fence in the background

Starting with the blue skies

Adding clouds

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Accent evergreen tree helps to mask the connection between boards

Lake in the foreground is much darker now

Water from the mill will appear to flow into the water reservoir