Materials Drawing paper cut to scale for proposed mural site, pencils, markers, overhead projector, brushes, drop cloths, ladders, latex wall paints. Background Several murals should be examined by the class. Classroom Development Show slides of murals to students, highlighting the social and public nature of this art form. Show and discuss works of art that exhibit unity. Discuss different unifying devices, such as repetition, simplicity, harmony of colour or shape, proximity, and continuation.
Next students are to collaborate and agree on one design for the mural.
This to result in a very detailed sketch. A wall is chosen as a site for the mural, making sure that permission has been granted, in writing, to use the space. Just before students do any studio work remind them of the safety precautions which are relevant to this particular activity. The work is then divided up. Protect area with drop cloths.