Program Description
Learn the techniques of creating a public mural. Apply those skills in painting a permanent large scale mural on the walls of your school. Students will leave a lasting mark on the walls of their school for many years to come, and achieve a sense of pride by creating a large-scale piece of art for their community.
Final Product
A large scale, long lasting and colorful mural with unique art from each student involved.
Learning Outcomes
- Students will learn how to brainstorm ideas and learn how to represent those ideas visually
- Students will learn how to work together on a collaborative project
- Students will learn how to use the tools and techniques associated with mural painting
- Students will learn the importance of public art and gain an appreciation for the creative process
Suggested Grades
- Best suited for 3rd-8th grades.
- Can be modified for grades K-2 and 9-12.
Pricing Breakdown
- 4 visits at 45 minutes each
- Prep hours: 40-80 hours per mural
- Materials: $2,000-$4,000 per mural
- Travel from Eugene
Bayne Gardner is a prolific Eugene-based visual artist presently focused on painting public and private wall murals. His self-taught, contemporary style and inventive designs have garnered him numerous indoor and outdoor murals in the Eugene and surrounding areas. His work may be seen on small retail store and enormous building facades, as well as on the walls of public schools, parks and hospital units. In addition to creating solo murals, he has directed numerous collaborative projects, involving children in the creative process. Bayne’s design style, illustrative technique, color use, and subject matter has evolved in response to today’s dynamic culture, keeping it fresh and current. The lively and spontaneous quality of his work brings visual energy to everything he paints. 
