Collaborative Student-Led Murals at Safety Bay Senior High

I was invited to facilitate two student-assisted murals in collaboration with Safety Bay Senior High School. The aim was to beautify the school and engage students in a creative process. The first mural, created for the school’s 40th Anniversary, and the second, promoting ‘The Arts,’ were painted with the help of selected Year 8 to 10 students and art teacher Tracey Sharpe.

The process started with a brainstorming workshop where I guided the students in developing ideas for the mural. Using their input, I created a professional concept that was approved by the school. A second workshop focused on skills development, where I taught painting techniques to help the students gain confidence before the final full-day painting session. The students brought the walls to life, and Tracey and I finished the murals to a professional standard the following day.

Every project I take on is an opportunity to push creative boundaries and bring a little more art into the world. Whether it's a community focused mural or a large scale corporate piece, my goal is always to create something that tells a story and makes an impact.