School Murals
Too many schools are stark, utilitarian environments full of large, windowless walls. These bare walls can be transformed into a “welcome mat” for the school community, celebrating the core values of the school and the brightest hopes we hold for our children.
Among the many large improvements schools consider, murals are one of the most cost-effective beautification projects. When the artwork is leveraged into school photos, websites, newsletters, and social media, it builds school identity and pride.
Among the many large improvements schools consider, murals are one of the most cost-effective beautification projects.
Typically, school projects begin with a parent or principal who has a vision for the impact that a beautiful work of art would have on the school. Getting the district and parent community on board with a school mural is easier with a clear vision as to how the artwork will enhance school culture.
Working with an experienced artist with a broad portfolio and an established track record will help win over “mural skeptics” and garner approval at the district level. I make sure you have the tools to make your mural campaign a success including up-front designs that will help build consensus and fundraise from the school community, and a district-friendly standard contract.
Working with an experienced artist with a broad portfolio and an established track record will help win over “mural skeptics” and garner approval at the district level.
Case Study: How to Transform a School for Under $15,000
“Countless children, parents, and teachers walk by in awe. Not only does it make our campus a brighter, more beautiful place to learn and play, it reminds our entire community of the tremendous importance of art.”
– Christy Flahavan
PTA President, Springer Elementary School
Getting Started…
Let’s discover your vision.
What culture and the values do you want to celebrate at your school? Send me a message and and let’s:
– Schedule a campus walkthrough to find the best walls for a mural
– Explore the story we want to tell about your unique school
– Find opportunities for student and community engagement
Review the project proposal
The proposal will include:
– A sample design
– Examples of previous murals with a similar scope and themes
– A bid for the wall(s) and scope under consideration
– A sample district-friendly contract and proof of insurance
– An invoice for the design phase
Get the whole school in on the action.
Together, we’ll:
– Develop a design team that includes staff and students
– Create opportunities for the students to watch and engage with the artist during the mural painting
– Throw a mural dedication party to celebrate the financial support from the school community
Let’s knock it out of the park!
What Clients are Saying
We are absolutely thrilled with the outcome of the four “Kindess Murals” you painted. It’s been really fun to watch children and families interacting – and taking photos in front of, the murals. We look forward to enjoying the murals on campus for many years to come.
Brandi Hucko
Principal, Sotckmeir Elementary School
One of our young patients returned from emergency psychiatric services for a self-harm issue and when she came into our office she had a huge smile upon seeing the mural. It is amazing to all of us on staff how immediately a depressed patient responded to the mural art.
Chia-Chen Lee
Juvenille Hall Medical Clinic Pediatrics
I start every morning by looking at the murals. I take a breath, look at it for 5 minutes, and then I can go into my office and work. The kids hang out by the murals at every recess and enjoy them as a part of their life every day, as well. I didn’t expect that parents would walk up to me constantly to thank me. That was a great surprise. One lady cried in my office, ‘it is so beautiful!’ The school just became instantly better!
Audrey Prouse
Assistant Principal,
Learn more about past school mural collaborations in these blog posts
If you would like to read more about why I think mural art in schools is so important, I invite you to download my “Why School Murals Rock” handbook.
Mural Pricing
The overall scope of the project and level of complexity of the design will influence the total cost of the project. The minimum project fee for school murals is $10,000.