The Big Picture Production


 

THE BIG PICTURE PRODUCTION

 Please visit the website with the final product.

 

Handouts

 

 

 

MATERIALS  (for one backdrop mural)

 

overhead projector  and clear transparencies
pencils and permanent black markers

latex paints (quart size) of desired colors (eggshell finish)
1 gallon white latex (eggshell) for tinting colors
good quality brushes  in a variety of sizes
plastic containers with covers to store paints

 

PROCESS

1.    Select the painting for the backdrop mural

2.    Find a picture of it approximately 81/2” x 11”

3.    Prime both sides of the Luan boards with flat white latex.

4.    Trace the picture onto an overhead transparency.

5.    Project the picture onto the 3 Luan boards and trace the picture onto the boards. As you draw interpret/modify the picture to fit the boards.

6.    Outline the drawing with permanent black marker.

7.    Paint the backdrop/mural.  Between painting sessions (when paint is dry) stack boards on top of each other on the floor.  This will help to prevent warping.

8.    Prepare a sketch of the painting and make a color chart – number paint containers and write the numbers on the sketch.

9.    After back supports are secured to the boards, touch up over the screws.