Introduction to Mural Street Painting
Learn the fundamentals of street mural painting in this practical one-day Sydney workshop. Explore the cultural significance of murals, discover professional tools and materials, and build the confidence to design and paint your own mural on a temporary surface.
This hands-on workshop introduces key techniques including composition, colour, blocking, layering, blending, detailing and finishing. You will also learn about ethical considerations, permissions and community engagement for public art.
Course Outline
- Introduction to Street Murals: Explore the history, evolution and cultural impact of street art, including the difference between public art and vandalism.
- Tools, Materials and Techniques: Learn about acrylics, spray paint, brushes, stencils, masking materials and practical mural-painting techniques.
- Design and Painting: Develop a mural concept, mark out your design, apply base colours, build layers, add texture and finish your work.
Schedule & Pricing
- Date: Saturday 27 June 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Price: $199
Feedback and Next Steps
The session concludes with feedback, reflection and guidance on pursuing mural art, including local mural projects and street art festivals.
Details
You will learn
- Understand the history, cultural significance and ethics of street murals.
- Design and sketch a mural suitable for a public or large-scale space.
- Apply mural techniques such as blocking, layering, blending, detailing and finishing.
You will get
- Access to acrylic paints, brushes, mixing trays and sketching tools.
- Use of stencils, tape, gloves, masks, drop sheets and protective equipment.
- A prepared surface or panel to practise and create your mural.
Appropriate for
Beginners, aspiring street artists and anyone interested in mural creation, urban art or large-scale painting. No previous mural painting experience is required.
Preparation
What to bring
- An image or idea that inspires your mural, ideally suited to a portrait-style wall composition.
- A smartphone or tablet with Procreate, Photoshop or Canva to help create references.
- A power bank and saved images of murals you like to share your influences.
What to wear
Casual clothes suitable for painting
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
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We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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