How to paint a wall: personal experience. Do-it-yourself artistic wall painting: types and techniques, materials and tools What to paint on the wall in the dining room

The other day I finally did what I had been planning for a long time: I drew a picture with lettering and doodles on the wall of my Moscow apartment, which we were preparing for rent. This was my second experience of drawing on a wall - for the first time I tried to do it in Thailand, and although I was not very happy with the results, I realized that I like drawing on walls :) I decided to summarize the information in a post - in case you, too, decide to draw on the walls and Will you have the same questions and problems as me?

HOW TO PREPARE A WALL

Before you draw anything on the wall, you need to make sure that the wall:

a) flat

b) painted

If you have a wall with wallpaper, you need to tear it off, level the wall, prime it and paint it. If it’s already painted, you can paint right away if point “a” is followed. And yes, when talking about evenness, I mean not so much horizontal and vertical deviations (the drawing will really help to hide this and it’s not so critical), but smoothness. If your fingers and tights don't cling to the wall, that's ok :) If the wall is lumpy, then in theory you can still draw, but get ready that it will be difficult, you'll spend more ink, and the result won't be as wow-worthy as you'd like. Well, yes - most likely, you will spend more time on the drawing than if you did do the alignment.

I’m telling you from my own experience: the wall I painted on in Thailand had a “crap with pebbles and sand” texture. You know, this kind of thing can be found in Russian entrances, often painted green. I didn’t begin to correct it, because redoing it scared me more at that moment, and I thought that it would do just fine, but then I regretted it very much and for a long time: it was impossible to draw a straight line.

The wall in Moscow was delivered by the developer painted in White color, you could take a black marker and start drawing. But I wanted a black background (because simple ways are not for me), so before painting, I painted the wall black. I chose paint with the effect slate board from Siberia, because at that time I had not yet finally decided what I would use to draw on the wall and was considering ordinary chalk. I applied the paint myself with a roller and brush at the joints with the walls and ceiling (covering them masking tape), nothing complicated.

On the advice of Siberia representatives, they did not cover the wall with anything additional before application. After the first layer, the wall didn’t look very good - there were a lot of bald spots, but after the second everything evened out, the wall became pleasantly black, and, what I liked, slightly rough and completely matte. I tried to paint on the wall with chalk - the sensations are a little strange, it seems that the chalk is not perfectly washed off from the paint, but, alas, I have nothing to compare with yet, so this is a review about how this paint works specifically under chalk board I can’t formulate it yet. For my purposes, the paint suited me 100%.

WHAT TO DRAW: MY CHOICE OF MATERIALS

If nothing comes into contact with the wall, you can paint it with anything: even with a pen, even with CD markers - the main thing is that you are comfortable working with the tool and the line thickness/color suits you. But if someone or something touches the wall, everything is more complicated, especially if the goal is for the drawing not to be erased (if it was erased, a combination of chalk and slate paint will save you :)).

In my case, the matter was complicated by the fact that I planned to apply the drawing to kitchen apron, which is supposed to be washed at least sometimes. I can already see you clutching your head and shouting: “How can I scrub off the fat?!” But first things first.

I considered the following options:

Draw a picture with chalk, cover with glass
Draw a picture with a brush and some kind of indestructible paint and do not cover it with anything
Paint with indestructible paint + cover with glass

The option with glass didn’t really appeal to me, because it’s an extra expense, and not a small one, and I don’t really like the way glass looks on part of the wall, and doing it on the whole wall is a little crazy. Therefore, the idea with chalk was quickly crossed out and I went looking for indestructible paint.

Here I planned to do a big review of a variety of markers and materials, but the truth is that when I went looking for something that was convenient to draw and difficult to erase, I came across only one brand everywhere: Molotow. They make markers with very powerful ink that won't wash off easily. And, alas, no one paid me for this publication (comrades from Molotov, I will not refuse free markers, if that happens;)).

Molotov has several types of markers, I was interested in acrylic ones - they are erased only until they dry, then they can’t be washed off with ordinary water, only with a solvent (at least I couldn’t wash them off, but I rubbed a lot). Acrylic markers are different sizes and have different tips, I will definitely give a detailed review sometime I'll write on Instagram . I liked the 4mm round tip the most, I would prefer larger size, but I couldn’t find any more round ones, and I don’t like the beveled ones. The markers are refillable, which means that when the ink runs out, you can add more. The tips can also be changed (they are erased), but you need to know which tips will fit which marker.

As a slightly cheaper alternative, I considered buying regular white acrylic paint and painting with a brush - the effect is almost the same, but in terms of convenience it is much inferior, plus I wanted to get a line of equal thickness.

The bottom line is this: I am very pleased with the chosen tool - easy to use, economical consumption, the line turns out dense and bright, and yes, the drawing does not wash off! I rubbed furiously at one area for several minutes, the line didn't go away. And for those who are worried that greasy drops will remain, let me tell you that there are very cool and cheap grates for frying pans that save you from splashing, plus working surface Ours turned out to be 10 cm deeper than the standard and, accordingly, the slab does not stand closely. Well, if the tenants stain the wall so much that it cannot be washed, I won’t be too upset - I’ll paint it over it and apply a new design;)

WHAT TO DRAW

For a long time I was tormented by the question of what to draw. On the one hand, I wanted to do a lot of lettering, on the other hand, I wanted to do a lot of different lettering, on the third, doodles have firmly entered my life and it’s a pity to leave them behind. Also, the apartment was being built for rent, and the drawing was in the kitchen; I wanted the final picture to be quite neutral, but at the same time appropriate.

At some point, I decided that I needed to put my self-expression at the forefront, that is, draw in the style in which I would like to draw to order. This means that these are doodles + lettering. But I added a little challenge to myself: I decided that my objects would not be located separately and on their own, as almost always happens in my drawings, but would stick out a little from each other, overlap and flow.

I decided that I would have lettering and doodles on equal rights, that is, I will not highlight the lettering with complex decor and fill it with color, I will draw everything in the same thickness, without giving anyone the main role.

And then I thought about the sketch for a couple of weeks and even drew several approximate options.

Follow the evolution ;)

At first I wanted to do lettering in Russian and Cyrillic to practice, but then I hit a wall called “I can’t find funny, but short and meaningful quotes that would look appropriate.” Either I’m so picky, or the Cyrillic alphabet is still too obliging and attracts attention. I changed everything to English and felt relief - after all, working with the Latin alphabet is much more familiar and easier for me.

Then I tormented the doodliks for a long time - in the original version there was a lot of things not about food - clouds, rainbows and all that, but by the final version I decided that the kitchen is not a place for clouds, I need more sweets, vegetables, cutlery and everything related to food . Therefore, I took the last sketch as a basis and redid it on the fly on the wall.

HOW TO TRANSFER A DRAWING TO A WALL

If you have a sketch and want to transfer it from your notebook/iPad to the wall, there are three main ways to transfer it.

Method one: by eye

The most banal, obvious and does not require additional gadgets. Look at the picture - try to repeat it on the wall. This is exactly the method that I used, because I had no time to organize the other two. It will work if it is not very important for you that the picture is repeated exactly, if you know how and are ready to improvise, and if you are not annoyed when the picture on the sketch and on the wall stop matching :) I decided for myself that it is easier to draw directly on wall without a sketch than to “peek”, because it is more annoying than helpful.

Method two: squares

This method allows you to transfer the image quite accurately, but it takes time. The idea is this: draw your sketch into squares, then draw the same squares on the wall and transfer the picture, using this grid as a support. That is, they schematically transferred the contents of one square, then the second, third, and so on. This still does not guarantee perfect accuracy and you will still need to adjust, but in theory it is easier than without squares. I didn't have the patience to draw the squares.

Method three: projector

The most convenient, but at the same time the most expensive method, which, alas, I also only know about in theory, because I had to wait three weeks for the chosen projector model and I haven’t bought it yet. There are two types of projectors: directly for artists, for transferring pictures onto the wall, and ordinary ones, with the help of which you can also watch films.

The most famous projectors for artists are produced by the American company Artograph. Most models are designed as follows: you put a sheet of paper with a sketch, put a projector on top and it projects the picture onto the wall. In my opinion, there are many disadvantages to this approach: the sketch must be clear enough and of a certain size so that, on the one hand, it fits into the space under the projector, and on the other hand, it must show a sufficient amount of detail. Well, it's not very cheap.

A projector that can also be used as a home theater is, in my opinion, a more reasonable solution. But here you need to understand this: not every projector that can show movies will be good for projecting pictures on the wall. There are a million all sorts of murky parameters, which are very well described in this note, here are the main ones to keep an eye on:

the projector must be short-throw, that is, it must have a parameter for the ratio of distance to image size; the smaller the better. Conventionally, 0.4:1 or 0.8:1 (means that to project a meter of image you need to move the projector 40 or 80 cm from the wall, respectively). A lot of projectors fall off here, because if for showing a movie the 1.55:1 ratio is completely fine, then when you try to paint a 2x3 wall using this small apartment there will be problems because the room is not long enough :)
the projector must be contrasty and show well even in a bright room (because it is not always possible to curtain all the windows, and drawing at night is a dubious pleasure), so you need to monitor the parameters of the lamp power (from 200 W), contrast (from 10,000: 1), and lumens (from 3000).
convenient if you can connect a flash drive
Well, the most tricky parameter, which is rarely available, but is very useful: vertical and horizontal image adjustment. A projector with these two parameters can be placed not exactly opposite, but a little to the left-right-higher-lower and twisted so that the image does not skew.

Unfortunately, I cannot recommend you a specific model, because I myself was confused in the choice and have not bought anything yet. If I find time, figure it out, buy it and test it, I’ll definitely write additionally. Judging by the Yandex.market, models that combine all the above qualities cannot be found cheaper than 50,000, but rather you should count on 80-90, so the pleasure is not cheap. I definitely wouldn’t take it for a one-time painting.

One of the popular ways to decorate a house or apartment is to paint the walls in the interior: photos of exquisite paintings that turn typical rooms into stylish corners can be found in fashion magazines and on the Internet.

Decorating your home with such images is becoming fashionable, but often in the desperate desire to make their home more attractive, ordinary people forget about style and appropriateness. It is wall painting that is considered the very technique that can both spoil and decorate the interior.

Wall painting: exquisite decor for all rooms

Interior painting, according to the designer, is appropriate in almost any room and in any style. The versatility of this decorative technique, as well as its originality, make such images popular in modern design. Artistic painting can change the mood of the room and make it more aristocratic and sophisticated. A high-quality drawing on the wall will remain unshakable throughout for long years, since the techniques used make it possible to create extremely durable coatings.

ADVICE! You should select an image for painting a wall based on the style of the room: pastoral paintings for Provence, pop art for Art Nouveau or abstractionism in a minimalist interior.

Artistic painting of walls in the interior of the apartment - great way creation unique design. Selection of subjects color scheme and the finishing features of the painting will help to add its own unique feature to each room. This decoration technique is appropriate in all rooms of the house:

To decorate the living room, a neutral theme will suit all family members. At the same time, it is important to select subjects and motifs that create a positive mood: for example, a seascape or a view of the garden. In addition, plots that can visually expand the space are often used for the living room.

Wall painting in the bedroom is used as often as photo wallpaper. Peaceful sea and mountain landscapes, images of flowers or the starry sky, as well as all kinds of romantic paintings are considered traditional. You should not overuse the abundance of details in the painting in the bedroom - this can have an irritating effect on the inhabitants of the room.

Wall painting in a children's room is no less popular. Instead of standard photo wallpapers with long-familiar cartoon characters, individually designed scenes are used for the children's room, taking into account the child's hobbies and preferences. The standard color scheme for a children's bedroom is delicate pastel colors, calm and expressive. Screaming and bright colors appropriate only in the interior of a teenager’s room.

For kitchen decoration, painting is used a little less frequently due to, as a rule, small sizes of this room, which does not allow for the most competent use of the wall plane. Most often, the wall in the dining area is painted with an image of a city or summer landscape.

All options for wall painting ideas should be selected only with experienced designer, since a seemingly attractive picture in a large format on the wall may not look very good. In addition, a specific plot should be selected according to the style of the room, its layout and the furniture that is planned to be placed in the room. Since such a wall inevitably becomes the semantic center of the interior, it should not dominate or suppress.

Types and techniques of wall painting

Wall painting work is carried out by specialists in wet or dried plaster. These techniques differ as radically as watercolor and oil painting.

Experts highlight following technologies indoor wall paintings:

Fresco is the application of an image on wet plaster, involving the use of water-soluble paints. This method of working with wall paintings is considered quite complex and requires the maximum professionalism of the master, which is associated with the instant drying of the paints and the difficulty of making adjustments to the picture.

Alsecco is a slightly different technique of wall painting, which involves applying an image to a layer of dry plaster. This method is considered not so durable and reliable, but working with a dry surface is more suitable for an artist who lacks self-confidence.

Modern airbrush is suitable for creating three-dimensional and lively images. It is this type of painting that is considered the most realistic, since the features of the tools with which the master works allow the smallest images and details to be applied to the wall.

F ACT! Graffiti, as a street type of airbrushing, can also be used as home painting: abstractions and rough techniques are ideal for decorating modern interiors.

The classic version of painting is drawing an image acrylic paints on a pre-prepared flat surface. Quick-drying and safe for humans, the paint is ideal for indoor work without causing any problems. In addition, this option can be easily combined with others: for example, complement an acrylic drawing with special phosphor paint that will glow in the dark.

Graffiti "Lucas"

Features of applying the image and caring for painting on the wall

A specialist who professionally paints walls usually works according to the following scheme: creating a project, preparing the wall, drawing a sketch and painting with paints, fixing the image. Strict adherence to the given scheme allows you to achieve maximum results, since there are no unimportant details in this work.

The sketch is selected to suit the size and style of the room. A specialist’s opinion will help to avoid problems with the inappropriateness of the plot in the interior.
A smooth plastered and sanded surface is covered with a special primer, which not only secures the wall, but also makes the movement of the brush softer.
The sketch is prerequisite for working on large areas, since the slightest distortion of the lines threatens to spoil the entire impression of the picture.
Paints are applied based on the chosen technique. Preference is given to the maximum safe materials without strong smell, dries quickly and retains its brightness for a long time.
To fix the image, a matte or glossy varnish is usually used, allowing you to wipe the wall damp cloth to remove dust.

You should take care of wall paintings carefully and carefully: to clean the surface, use the most gentle compounds, soft rags and brushes. The varnish layer practically does not wear off, which allows you to maintain the brightness and clarity of the image for many years.

How many times have our eyes stopped at the intricate patterns painted on the walls. It is not only beautiful, but also quite affordable. You can, of course, turn to a specialist and introduce a new trend into the interior, but it’s easier to do it yourself. Just stock up on acrylic paints, buy a stencil or make your own unique template. Even people far from art will be able to do such art.

Sometimes painting brings not only aesthetic pleasure, but also solves additional functions, for example, hides low ceiling or uneven walls. In small rooms, small patterns in light colors are appropriate.

Often the walls of a children's room are decorated with frames from favorite cartoons or fairy-tale characters.

The hand-painted ceiling echoes the patterns on the wallpaper.

The decor should complement the style and color scheme rooms. Floral motifs are appropriate on the walls of a classic kitchen.

Moroccan patterns on the bedroom walls, applied using a stencil.

Stencils for painting walls, where to buy

To decide on a stencil for painting, you need to study the room and choose a place for decoration. If there are already existing textures and patterns in the interior, the ornament must be compared with them. If the work will be carried out on a “blank canvas”, they try to think ahead and imagine furniture and other future interior accessories. Generally, wall stencils are designed to cover large areas. Although, it is convenient to decorate walls with small designs, for example, a damask stencil. After choosing a template, you need to decide on the color of the composition.

Remember, the paint is applied over the stencil.

Designers do not recommend using two contrasting colors on your own. It is better to opt for a combination of glossy paints of the same or similar shade.
You can find stencils on the websites of online stores or the counters of construction hypermarkets. An example would be the online decor store Allstick.ru.

By choosing a universal roller, you can get a whole set of rubber attachments for decoration.

Best choice ready-made templates will be products based on polymer film, which is glued to the wall. Such stencils can be easily washed and reused many times. If you don’t have a template you like, you can make it yourself.

Stencils for painting walls with your own hands, step by step with photos

Homemade stencils for painting walls can be made on a cardboard or mylar base.

Option No. 1 Template on film

A Mylar film is placed on the glass and then covered with a printed paper stencil. Using a stationery knife, remove excess parts, creating your own unique pattern.

Option No. 2 Stencil from plastic folders
Stationery folders vary in thickness, color and smoothness, but any of them will work for cutting out a stencil. Such templates are durable and waterproof. By taping the clear portion of four folders together with masking tape, you can make a template for a larger design.

The selected ornament is printed, and then applied to plastic and cut out. It is advisable to secure the edges with tape.

The result is a ready-made stencil for painting.

Option No. 3 Cardboard template

For a budget stencil, a cardboard base is suitable. It is made according to the plastic principle, but scissors are used for cutting. Cardboard templates get wet, so they are more suitable for one-time use. Often the edges of the stencil are reinforced with tape or varnish.

Option No. 4 Drawing using a projector
The drawing template is transferred to the wall through a projector, outlined and painted.

Option No. 5 Stencil-painting tape
You can create a pattern on the wall using masking tape/narrow tape. First, an ornament is formed on the wall, and then paint is applied exactly along the edge of the tape.

Option No. 6 Using fruits
Half a lemon dipped in paint may well become an original template for a kitchen wall.

Homemade templates have a number of pros and cons that must be taken into account when making them.

Advantages:

variety of options;
ease of manufacture;
use on different types of surface;
efficiency.

Flaws:

problem with fixing to the wall;
the occurrence of errors during cutting;
rapid wear;
small details spoil the drawing itself.

Wall painting styles, photos

There are many types of wall decoration. To decide on the choice of ornament for your interior, you need to navigate the styles of wall decor.

Classics adheres to harmony and simplicity. It has neutral motifs that fill the room with positivity and calm you down after a hard day.

Abstraction on the wall is an unusual interweaving geometric shapes, plant elements and other artistic forms.

Splendor, grandeur and volume are conveyed by the Baroque style. It is distinguished by the brightness of colors and the rich play of light and shadows. The style is characterized by large leaves and large flowers.

A special worldview, imposed by the influence of Islam, conveys the Arab direction. The complexity of the ornament is complemented by Arabic script and fabrics similar to Arabic carpets.

Artistic paintings are real canvases or copies of famous masters.

Sometimes styles are combined or supplemented with some important element.

Wall painting master class with photos

Required tools:

plastic sheets;
marker;
roulette;
stationery knife;
spray adhesive;
insulating tape;
dye;
brush.

Step 1. Design selection
Having artistic skills, you can create your own unique pattern or go online for a ready-made template. Print out the pattern you like. With a large format, several sheets are printed and then glued together.

With a repeating pattern, it is necessary to achieve a uniform arrangement of the pattern on the wall.

Step 2. Preparing sheets
You can buy pure plastic at an art supply store, but it is easier and cheaper to use plastic folders for this. For the workpiece you will need a square of 60x60 cm, so the sheets are connected together with tape.

Step 3: Pattern Transfer
Place the printed image under a translucent stencil, and then transfer it to the plastic with a marker.

Step 4: Preparing the Stencil
Cut out the template using a utility knife. This step is the most time-consuming, because every detail is important here.

Step 5: Placing the Template on the Wall
To attach the stencil to the wall, you will need adhesive spray or tape. For convenience, use a ladder, because it is better to start painting from the top corner.

Step 6: Applying the Pattern
The paint is applied to the wall using a brush through a stencil. Sometimes a sponge is used for this. The amount of paint depends on the size of the room and the detailing chosen. Typically, it takes at least 24 hours for the dye to dry completely.

The template is removed with sharp movements after finishing the decoration.

Step 7: Repeat
The stencil is applied to the wall several times until the selected pattern is completely formed.

View of the interior before painting:

View after completion of work:

Wall painting in the room, photo

It is known that the color of the interior affects the mood. Despite the existing rules for selecting shades for the bedroom, each person has his own preferences and tastes. These can include unexpected colors and abstract patterns. Forget about traditional rules when choosing decor for your bedroom walls.

The living room, designed in Art Nouveau style, has natural shades and breathable shapes.

Oriental landscapes with cherry blossoms are characteristic of the Japanese style. It is most often used for the bedroom.

An example of painting when the boundary of space is “erased”.

Fresco – painting on damp plaster, is appropriate even in the bathroom. It is not subject to fading and cracking, because is a particle of the plaster itself.

Wall painting in a children's room, photo

Children's wall decor should be bright and understandable for the baby himself. Often in such artistic painting there are:

scenes from your favorite books;
starry sky;
nature (animals and plants);

marine theme (ships, fish, pirates);
the child's name is played on;
fragment of a cartoon;
It is appropriate to transfer a child's drawing to the wall.

For girls, the wall is decorated in pink color, decorating it with princesses and fairies.

Teenagers will be delighted by graffiti or high-tech themes.

For a non-standard room, a pattern that smoothly blends into the floor is suitable.

Wall painting in the kitchen, photo

Before you start painting the kitchen walls, you need to choose the decoration style and size of the ornament. All elements must be combined with the features of the given space.

Increasing the interior can be achieved with the help of a distant landscape.

Separation kitchen areas by wall decoration.

Classic kitchen wall painting using a stencil.

Abstraction will be appropriate for a high-tech kitchen.

Ceiling painting, photo

Of course, painting the ceiling is much more difficult than the walls. This is where patience and accuracy come in handy. You should also think about purchasing special scaffolding for lying, because creating a design often takes several weeks. Continuous work makes your arms and neck tired.

The artistic painting on the ceiling is usually framed in an oval or circle, and a light source is located in the center.

Visually raise the ceiling with an image of the sky and stars.

In the dining room, the pattern is placed on the farthest plane, so it looks like a real landscape.

The star theme is applied to the ceiling using fluorescent paint. At night, the decor glows under UV lamps. They are placed around the perimeter of the picture.

In a nursery, not only the walls, but also the ceiling are often decorated. A smoothly transitioning landscape from one surface to another creates one whole and will be appropriate for all ages.

The basis for painting is a drawing that is transferred to the surface through a stencil or displayed using a projector. To ensure that the template fits tightly to the wall, its surface is treated with stencil glue.
Self-painting on walls provides the following rules:

The working surface is cleaned and degreased before painting;
the borders of the ornament are marked with a level and a pencil;
For decoration it is better to use a universal roller. It works well over large areas.
circular movements with a brush when painting will prevent lint from getting into the design;
take a small amount of paint onto the brush, and remove the excess with a rag;
reusable stencils must be washed at the end of work;
to protect the pattern from exposure to the sun and moisture, it is coated with varnish;
It is better for beginners to work with acrylic paints. They dry quickly.

By adhering to the above rules, you can avoid many mistakes and not waste time correcting them.

It is better to do painting with your own hands without intricate patterns and small parts.

Paints for wall painting

Suitable for painting different kinds paints: water-based, oil, enamel, tempera, but acrylic is most often used.

The fresco is applied to the wall with a special powder mixed with water. This material is most often used for ceiling painting. The paint is very durable, does not crack and does not fade.
To decorate the ceilings of clubs and restaurants, fluorescent paint is used, which glows under the influence of ultraviolet radiation.
Acrylic is considered the most practical. It is odorless, resistant to moisture and sunlight, which is especially useful for children's rooms and kitchens. Any surface is suitable for its application. The paint dries in about half an hour.
Oil paints convey the depth and uniqueness of color. They are bright and not subject to cracking, although they dry slowly and smell unpleasant.
Tempera paints are ground on yolks or glue solution. They are durable but prone to cracking.

Tools and materials for work

When starting to decorate, you need to stock up the following materials and tools:

For the sketch you will need a variety of paper and tracing paper. For non-standard ornaments, use whatman paper.
Auxiliary tools: two sizes of ruler, triangle, tape, scissors, etc.
Charcoal and graphite pencils, markers, eraser.
A variety of brushes: construction brushes, synthetic brushes, bristle brushes, flute brushes.
Acrylic paints different colors and shades. They come in glitter, pearl and silver. For painting large areas, they purchase construction acrylic, which is complemented with colors. There are façade and interior acrylics.
To paint and create a three-dimensional panel, you will need spatulas and stacks.
The work requires baths, rollers, sponges and a telescopic stick.
Bucket, spray bottle for watering walls.
To prepare the wall for work, you will need decorative plaster.
Beads and glass for decoration.
Fine grain sandpaper for grouting and varnish for fixing.

Sometimes craftsmen use an airbrush and a spray gun to paint large surfaces.

Wall painting in the interior technique

The painting technique depends on the technology of applying the pattern and is performed on both wet and dried plaster.

The pattern on dry plaster, called alsecco, will be light and short-lived.
When frescoing, a layer of water-soluble paint is applied over the wet plaster. The paint dries quickly, and the ornament itself is considered one of the most resistant and durable. Professionals can work with this technique.
Relief painting is based on plaster and has projections.
Airbrushing refers to “air painting” when paint is sprayed onto the wall with an airbrush. This decor comes out very delicate, with soft transitions.

Stencil painting is the simplest. It does not require special skills or abilities. You can buy a template ready-made or make it yourself.
Three-dimensional decor (blende) allows you to expand the interior and correct finishing flaws. It is applied by a master and such work is expensive.

Painting walls in the interior with your own hands, step by step with photos

Green tropical foliage will look good against a white or cream background. This decor is suitable for a living room or bedroom.
To work, you will need two types of palm leaf stencils.
Stencil No. 1

Stencil No. 2
The leaves will be of three shades: white, green and pale olive. Distribute three colors oil paint in separate trays, as well as for each shade, their own rollers and brushes are prepared.

The decor starts with a green leaf. The paint must be distributed over the entire roller, including the edges. Then the excess is left on a paper towel.
You can initially distribute and fix three stencils on the wall surface and paint them in your shades.

Then take stencil No. 2 and cover a row of painted leaves with new samples. At the same time, they try to ensure that their colors do not match; they make a green or olive tint on a white background.

Independent wall decor will add zest to your interior, making it unique and unique. The most important thing is to choose the right ornament, because it will be before your eyes every day.

The art of wall painting has existed for many centuries. Frescoes from the Middle Ages and painting from ancient times have been transformed into modern art painting, which is also popular.

There are many advantages to this type of design. The main thing is that you can create a masterpiece without being an artist and investing minimal funds. Let's consider all the nuances.

Draw beautiful drawing possible without drawing skills

Fresh original decor

Art painting of walls decor unusual for modern design premises. However, recently it has been increasingly gaining popularity. Suitable for both art connoisseurs and lovers of original decor. It can bring a touch of elegance and pomp to the apartment, especially if the design project includes columns. And also create an extravagant image invented by you. Everything the owner's soul desires.

Depending on the expected result, you can find a professional artist and order a painting in accordance with any requirements. In this case, you can give free rein to your imagination by depicting any, even the most unusual ideas. But if it is not possible to resort to the help of a master, you can paint the walls yourself. This is one of the important advantages of this decor: it will not cause difficulties and will reduce repair costs. Plus, you can bring all your ideas to life with a brush and paint.

If you don’t have drawing skills, you can use the services of a professional

This option is suitable not only for a large room with a huge blank wall. You can decorate a small bedroom, a nursery, a kitchen, and even a bathroom. It will be convenient to decorate and painting a wall with a window will only add originality. Another proof of the usefulness of this design is that you can “disguise” an air conditioner or TV cord hanging on the wall, and also turn a child’s wall doodles into a real masterpiece.

This decor option is suitable for any room

Choosing paint

Modern technologies for creating paints offer you a wide range. You can use:

oil;
acrylic;
tempera;
fluorescent paint.

They differ mainly in properties, drying speed and saturation. Fluorescent paint is known for its ability to glow when exposed to ultraviolet rays.

Here are the main types of paint used for artistic painting. You can also use the aerosol type. But after working in indoors In this way, long-term ventilation will be necessary. It can also negatively affect the artist’s well-being: cause nausea, dizziness and headaches, and an allergic reaction is possible. Deal with spray paints recommended in open space, with access to a large number of fresh air.

You can choose the paint to your taste. There are colors that will glow

The choice of base depends on the expected result. Watercolor will create a delicate drawing with blurry outlines. To highlight the necessary zones, you can combine it with other types. Please note that watercolor painting must be varnished to better preserve the design. Fluorescent can highlight some elements, or draw celestial bodies in the nursery. Often, an oil base is used for artistic painting of residential premises.

Paint can be combined with other types

Placement of the picture

A factor that is also worth paying attention to. If you do not plan to varnish the design, you need to be careful in choosing its location. The main criteria for placement are temperature and humidity. Do not place the painting on the wall above the radiator or in a place where condensation may accumulate. The paint may bleed or crack in these areas. For reliability, it is better to protect the drawing from exposure negative factors environment using varnish.

To prevent the drawing from being damaged or cracked, it is worth treating it with varnish

Stages of creation

Let's move on to detailed description how to paint a wall. We begin the creation with preparatory work. Need to prepare necessary materials: brushes, paints, solvent (if necessary), rags, stencils (depending on the technique), stepladder, palette (for mixing colors). Preparing the wall. Pay attention to the surface. Painting can be applied to plaster and wallpaper intended for this type of use. The surface must be degreased and free of dust, plaque and previous paint. For oil materials, the wall needs to be coated with a primer; for watercolors, it should be slightly damp.

After execution preparatory stage, let's move on to drawing a sketch. The contours can be applied by attaching a stencil to the wall, or drawn “by hand” in accordance with the sketch. Next, fill the resulting shell. Let the drawing dry well. After this, cover it with a layer of varnish.

Remember! After completing the work, be sure to ventilate the room well.

After drawing the sketch, you can start drawing. After completion, it is recommended to varnish the drawing

Application Features

For better preservation of the drawing, pay attention to some features when working:

It is better to apply the material in a thin layer;
before coating, be sure to treat the wall with a primer (for oil paint) or leave the plaster wet (for watercolor);
drawing sketches is an obligatory part for small and large rooms;
be careful when applying the image to the ceiling or high surfaces;
Before varnishing, make sure the design is dry. Be sure to check areas where paint has accumulated heavily.

Important! Take precautions when working with caustic substances

Make sure the design is completely dry before applying varnish.

Various techniques

Modern painting departs from medieval frescoes using the technique of painting walls on wet plaster. At the moment there are various options.

To begin with, the type of painting depends on the chosen paint, which we discussed above. If you are in doubt about your choice, consult a specialist. He will make a project, showing what the creation will look like when completed. He will also create a sketch and help in choosing a base.

The second criterion is the type of application. To transfer a design to a surface, use the following methods:

Stencil

To do this, print out the pattern you like, transfer it to a hard surface, then trace the outline, placing the stencil on the wall. Also this device You can buy it ready-made, or seek the help of a designer. This technique is mainly used to apply simple patterns or simple designs. Here you can use both a brush and a roller to speed up the process.

Hand painted

All presented types generally refer to hand painting. But this technique involves drawing a contour sketch, and then filling the resulting shell. This type is considered the most difficult. Although it all depends on the chosen pattern.

Using projection

A technique that does not require creating a sketch. It is enough to find a picture you like, use a projector to transfer it to the wall, and draw according to this projection. This method helps to accurately reproduce the nuances of a painting without being an artist.

Hand painting is the most complex look drawing

Let's get down to business

Having decided on the choice of design, colors and technique, we move on to creating the image. We offer several options for different rooms.

Shall we decorate the rooms?

The landscapes in the apartment will look very beautiful

Living room

The choice of color scheme and theme depends on the overall style of the room. Black silhouettes of any kind you like are well suited for any color. They will fit harmoniously into cold and warm shades, without looking gloomy.

For a large living room a great option There will be a watercolor painting on the entire wall. Make it in cool, light colors to create a feeling of freedom and space, or use warm colors to create comfort.

An example would be a floral painting in purple or blue shades with the addition of green on a white background. In this room it is better to use hand painting.

For large rooms you can make a large painting on the entire wall

Bedroom

The help of stencils will be appropriate here. You can use them to create original patterns, making a photo frame that will be an excellent addition and a reminder to the couple of the wonderful moments spent together.

It is better to use calm tones in the bedroom

Children's

In this room, creative thoughts are allowed to be fully realized. You can create original and fashion design by inviting a master. Then you will get an abundance of bright colors and an accurate representation of the chosen theme. Having artistic talent, you will be able to independently depict your child’s favorite characters by decorating the entire wall.

If your talents do not allow you to create on a large scale, you have a chance to paint a wall with your child. To do this, use stencils or projector equipment. This choice will be a good opportunity to have fun together and let your child show his artistic abilities.

The children's room should have bright shades

Rules of care

Despite the fact that the materials and the method of their application differ from those used in the Middle Ages, some care for the product will be required.

First, don't forget to varnish the picture. This will simplify care and allow it to remain fresh for a long time.
If coating is not part of the plan, use a dry cloth to remove dust.
Monitor the temperature and humidity of the room.
If the drawing has smudged, make small corrections with a brush.
Periodically update the brightness of the image, or change it completely.

In general, when using protective coating maintenance is reduced to removing dust from the wall with a damp cloth. The rules of care are quite simple, so you can safely make your dreams come true, creating unrealistic images to your delight and to the envy of your friends.