Exploring the 100 ft. Canvas

This summer, I had the honor of creating what is now the largest mural in Camas, Washington — a 100-foot-long wall that stands between 12 and 15 feet tall. It was a dream canvas, and I poured my heart (and many brushstrokes) into bringing it to life over the course of 7 to 10 summer days.

The mural celebrates the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, highlighting local flowers and animals that feel woven into the fabric of Camas. Each bloom, each creature, was chosen to honor the landscapes and wildlife that surround the city. I wanted the wall to feel like a love letter to place — something the community could walk by every day and feel connected to.

The Process

For this mural, I worked exclusively with satin acrylic exterior paint. I love how satin paint holds both durability and a soft finish — it’s protective against the elements while still letting color breathe with vibrancy.

The entire mural was painted with nothing larger than a 1.5-inch paintbrush. That detail surprises most people. It meant countless hours of small, deliberate strokes across a massive wall, but I find that intimacy matters. A larger brush might have moved faster, but the 1.5-inch brush gave me the ability to layer, control, and play with color in a way that feels alive. Every flower petal and feather carries the energy of that slow, careful approach.

The wall itself became a rhythm. I had to paint in the late afternoon as the heat dried paint almost too quickly with temperatures up to 100 degrees. There’s always a push and pull in mural-making between time, weather, and scale. I’ve painted dozens of murals across the world, but each wall teaches me something new — about patience, stamina, and the balance between vision and reality. Let’s just say I took a lot of swim breaks exploring different rivers and swim spots that were only 5-10 minutes drive from the mural.

Scale and Community

At 100 feet wide, I was immersed in details; stepping back, I could see the composition unfold like a woven tapestry of flora and fauna. Locals stopped by throughout the process, offering encouragement, stories, and curiosity. That exchange is my favorite part of mural work — the way art builds bridges between people.

Knowing this is the largest mural in the city gives me a sense of both pride and responsibility. It’s not just about size, but about impact. My hope is that this mural becomes a landmark — a colorful reminder of Camas’ identity and natural beauty for years to come.

Looking Back

When I finally packed up my brushes after those 7 to 10 long days, I felt both exhausted and exhilarated. There’s nothing quite like seeing a wall transform under your hands, line by line, until it feels like it was always meant to be there.

For me, murals aren’t just about paint — they’re about creating a space where people can pause, connect, and feel a sense of wonder. This Camas mural is one of those spaces, and I’m grateful to have left a little piece of my heart on that wall.