My Mural Painting Journey & Goals for This Year

My Mural Painting Journey & Goals for This Year

If there’s one thing I learned last year, it’s that I absolutely love painting big. Until recently, most of my work had been on paper, canvas, clothes or digital—but getting to paint on a large scale has completely shifted my perspective. There’s something so freeing about scaling up, stepping back, and watching a piece come to life in a space.

My first taste of large-scale painting came when I took part in Upfest Presents, where I worked on one of the smaller 1.5m boards. Even though it wasn’t the biggest wall, I was instantly hooked. Shortly after, I painted a 2m x 2m UV banner for Heartwood Festival, which was an incredible experience, bringing my love of vibrant, high-energy visuals into an immersive environment. I also painted a mural in a friend’s living room to help create a music-room vibe, blending color and movement into the space.

Apart from some scenic painting at Boomtown years ago, these are my only large-scale painting experiences so far—but that’s going to change this year. In 2025, I’m making mural painting a priority. I want to gain as much experience as possible, whether that means working on my own projects, collaborating with others, or assisting more experienced muralists on large-scale pieces.

Some of my upcoming plans include:

• Painting murals on a friend’s land in Portugal this spring, which will be an exciting opportunity to experiment with new ideas in an outdoor setting.

• Getting involved with the Bristol Mural Collective, working alongside other artists in the city to learn, grow, and contribute to our vibrant street art scene.

• Applying for as many mural opportunities as possible, including Wild in Art events and other public art projects.

• Starting a new UV banner to continue exploring large-scale festival and event artwork.

As I dive deeper into murals, I’m also adapting my style to suit the format. My work is naturally maximalist—lots of layers, details, and textures—but I’m learning to design pieces that are easier to execute on a larger scale. Simplifying some elements allows more time for highlights, outlines, and the finishing touches that make a mural pop.

If you’re a mural artist, part of a collective, or looking for an assistant on large-scale work, I’d love to connect! I’m eager to gain more experience, collaborate, and bring more bold, colorful storytelling to walls and spaces this year.

Let’s paint something big!