A mural is a work of art created for a particular site and incorporated into the existing architecture. Murals can be found everywhere, enhancing the interiors and exteriors of homes, buildings, and offices. A recent revival of mural painting is not surprising - we live in a time where the decoration of homes and workplaces has become one of the most accessible ways of expressing a person’s individuality.

Pennsylvania College of Art & Design receives numerous requests to help with the execution of murals. These requests come from a variety of sources ranging from individuals who want murals for their homes to community organizations
wishing to beautify their neighborhoods. The college can usually recommend only a handful of local muralists. These artists are certainly not enough to handle the number of requests received.

There are numerous painters in the area who could do mural work if they were experienced, encouraged, and networked. Through this series of courses, artists learn about the basic materials and techniques used to create large-scale interior and exterior paintings for any purpose. Artists also learn how to manage and coordinate a community mural project. Topics students learn about include:

• image development
• surface preparation
• image enlargement
• selecting paint and materials
• organizing a community-based mural project

Requirements for successful completion of the
Mural Painting Certificate Program:

• submit a Mural Painting Certificate Program application and fee
• submit a 250-500 word typed personal statement that describes your reasons for choosing a visual arts education and any influences that led to this choice
• submit a current resume
• successfully complete required mural painting courses
• achieve an overall 2.0 G.P.A. or better
• submit a disk documenting course projects

Mural Painting Course Descriptions
Select from two options offered: Summer Onsite or Online

Required Courses for Summer
Mural Painting Certificate Program
(two 1-credit courses and one non-credit workshop)
• PTG 197, Mural Painting: Methods & Materials
• PTG 198, Introduction to Mural Painting
• WS 13, Coordinating a Mural Project Workshop

Required Courses for Online
Mural Painting Certificate Program
(two 1-credit courses)
• PTG 199, Mural Painting Online: Methods & Materials
• PTG 200, Mural Painting Online: Independent Study

Mural Painting: Methods & Materials, PTG 197, 1 credit (available online, PTG 199)
This course will teach you the methods and materials used to create interior and exterior murals. Beginning
with image development, you will be led, step-by-step, through the process of producing large-scale paintings.
NOTE: Proficient painting and drawing skills are assumed and will not be taught in this class.

Introduction to Mural Painting, PTG 198,1 credit
In this course, you will design and execute a large-scale acrylic painting. Topics that will be discussed include:
dealing with the public and clients, the concept of durability versus mural art as a temporary commodity, and the implications of a large image in a public place. NOTE: Completion of Mural Painting: Methods & Materials or equivalent experience is required to enroll in this course.

Coordinating a Mural Project, WS 13, non-credit
Learn how to organize a community-based mural project. This one-day workshop is a “must” for anyone who
has the interest and desire to generate a mural project. The instructor will teach you how to get started and
walk you through the process of choosing a location, exploring ideas, selecting an artist, deciding on a design, obtaining city and neighborhood approval, and unveiling the mural to the community. Artists and non-artists are encouraged to attend. (Information provided in this workshop is included in the online mural courses.)

Mural Painting Online: Independent Study, PTG 200, 1 credit
This course will give you the opportunity to demonstrate your ability to design and create a mural for installation at a site of your choosing and/or to coordinate and execute a community mural project. The murals can be interior or exterior installations. You will work independently to develop concepts and put together compositions for real clients. Prerequisite: Completion of PTG 199, Mural Painting Online: Methods and Materials.
NOTE: To take online classes, you must have access to email and a high speed internet connection, a digital camera, and a scanner.

Admissions Requirements
Application/Fee - Check or money order for $40 ($110 for international applicants) made payable to PCA&D.
The application fee is not refundable.

Personal Statement - All applicants are required to submit a 250-500 word typed personal statement that describes their reasons for choosing a visual arts education and any influences that led to this choice.

Resume - All applicants who have been out of school for more than 6 months must submit a current resume.

Submit application materials to:
Admissions Office
Pennsylvania College of Art & Design
204 North Prince Street, P.O. Box 59
Lancaster, PA 17608-0059