What mediums does the artist use for painting murals?
The predominant mediums used for mural painting are acrylics and oils. Both have advantages and disadvantages given different circumstances. Keep in mind that you will pay a premium for a mural to be painted with oils due to the difference in paint costs and the extra time involved in working with oils. The most common medium is acrylics because they are far easier to work with on larger murals. Does the artist have references you can contact personally? References are important, especially for large projects, because they allow you to speak with someone who has hired or worked with the muralist. Try to contact two to three people who have hired the muralist. They should be able to give a solid recommendation on the artists talent, work ethic, and ability to deliver the mural as agreed upon. For small mural commissions under $2,000, written testimonials should be sufficient. You will be able to determine a lot by talking with the muralist and asking the questions in this article.
