KJ Bateman

Ta Da! The big reveal with detail shots! Want to see the mural in person? Attend a Theater Schmeater show; they're terrific. Or attend the Belltown Art Walk on the second Friday of the month. (Gentlemen, you will need an escort because it's in the Ladies' room) And that's how I make a mural. Thanks for following along.

My first idea was to have two figures on the side wall, Harlequin and Columbine who are often played as lovers. As I read more about the characters I decided to create a group setting. Color sketch Final composition on the wall. First color block in.  I am regretting Harlequin's pattern about now. The Captain's golden suit is based on a 15th Century illustration found  here . The red suit is Pantalone, rich and greedy. The white figure in back is Brighella, pugnacious and devious. And still having trouble with all those diamonds, I painted out Harlequin's arm. New arm, add hair and beard. More layers to deepen colors. Change beard color, add Brighella's mask and Pantalone's cape.