K–6Creative Studio
Street Art Studio
Learn street art techniques and create a community mural
Otis
JorahBefore you start
- Age band
- K–6
- Time
- 45–90 minutes
- Quest type
- Messing Around
- Guardian
- Raya · Garfield
- Materials needed
- Spray Paint Starter Set
- Sketchbook (9x12 or larger)
- The History of American Graffiti (book)
Why this skill rocks
Use bold colors and cool designs to create art that makes a whole community brighter. You get to make a big, public masterpiece!
2034Where this could take you
Imagine designing huge, colorful murals all over Salt Lake City for the 2034 Olympics, making the city vibrant and welcoming for everyone.
Optional grown-up materials
This quest works without a purchase. An adult can decide whether any material is useful.
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Spray Paint Starter Set
RequiredA multi-color pack of spray paint is essential for practicing technique and building your mural. Look for fast-drying acrylic-based cans.
Sketchbook (9x12 or larger)
RequiredYou will fill this with letterform practice, stencil designs, and your mural layout. Bigger pages = more room to think.
The History of American Graffiti (book)
A deep-dive visual history of graffiti culture from subway cars to gallery walls — great for building your art vocabulary and finding your own style.