Drawing on the walls

I was visiting with a 19 year old friend of mine. She was telling me how she and her three roommates did some redecorating. They rent half a duplex so they are a bit limited. Redecorating meant some creative painting and new window coverings.

One of the roommates had a friend in Fairbanks who likes to do simple wall murals. They convinced her to come down and do two murals. One of a tree in the corner of the living room and another tree in their kitchen. She was quite enthusiastic with the results.

The above is a mural in my entry way. There is a wonderful large closet as soon as you walk in the door. But the HUGE pine stained doors were overwhelming and well, ugly! At the time I was not working full time as an artist and looked for any opportunity to create art. Over a few winter nights I created this moose peaking through the woods. The idea was to duplicate the view out the windows.

My husband not only allows but encourages drawing on the walls. Fortunately for my friend, Katelyn, her landlord was okay with it too. I am happy for Katelyn and her roommates. Grab every opportunity you have to bring art into your life.