For my very first post I want to share what is, to date, my favorite mural project. This mural depicts a French landscape scene. In the distance the viewer can see the beautiful villa Gordes, located in scenic Provence, France. In real life, the stone buildings - built in tight against the base of the cliffs of Plateau de Vaucluse - are made of an beige stone that glows orange in the morning sun. The design also includes classic architectural elements such as the coffered dome, stone columns, and a weathered urn which perfectly frame this rich and vibrant landscape scene. I had the pleasure of working under French artist Pascal Amblard on this mural. The design is taken from one of his French landscape murals, a subject matter he is famous for.
I love paintings that include trompe l'oeil elements such as architectural features. It adds so much character to a piece of art, not to mention makes for a very convincing, realistic scene. But for it to be a true
trompe l'oeil painting the linear perspective must be correct, which can be a challenge on such a large piece. This particular
mural measures roughly 4' x 7'. In contrast with small canvas paintings in which you can use rulers and pencil compasses, for large murals you have to improvise using large levels, straight edges, and even string. And I'm certainly no expert when it comes to perspective, but I believe I can wing it most of the time. I usually try to brush up of my perspective drawing every few years taking advantage of the various classes I find locally.
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