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Why Becoming a Mural Artist Is Harder Than It Looks
Behind every mural is a long journey of access, experience, and resilience. This is an inside look at the realities facing mural artists today, and how new opportunities are being created in Bristol.

Azul Amos
12 hours ago5 min read


Bringing Bristol Together Through Art: The Big Issue and BillyChip Mural by Art Sync
Bristol’s latest mural isn’t just a work of art, it’s a message of hope. Created in partnership with BillyChip and Big Issue, this 19-metre piece celebrates creativity, community, and compassion on the streets of Stokes Croft. This project began with a bold idea: to offer a Bristol-based charity a free mural marketing campaign. We wanted to raise awareness for a meaningful cause while testing how mural marketing could drive real-world impact. The idea first came about over

Azul Amos
Oct 215 min read


How to Get a Mural Painted: A Step-by-Step Guide to Installing Your Own Mural
Murals are transforming cities like Bristol, turning blank walls into landmarks that tell stories. If you’ve ever wondered how to get a mural of your own, this guide explains every stage of the process in detail. From choosing the right wall and finding an artist, to managing contracts and overseeing installation. If you’d rather skip the complexity, Art Sync can handle the full process for you, simplifying your mural journey from start to finish. Contents Step 1: Choos

Azul Amos
Oct 134 min read


Mural Marketing vs Billboards and Posters: Which Works Better in Bristol?
For decades, businesses have turned to billboards and posters as the go-to solution for visibility. They tower over motorways, line busy...
Jamie Osborne
Oct 63 min read


Are Billboards and Posters Still Worth It for Bristol Businesses?
Out-of-home (OOH) advertising has long been one of the most trusted ways for businesses to reach large audiences. From roadside posters...
Jamie Osborne
Sep 293 min read


Is Bristol the UK’s Most Artistic City?
Bristol has long been at the heart of the UK’s street art movement. In the 1980s and 1990s, graffiti crews like TDCF and pioneering...
Jamie Osborne
Sep 222 min read


Why Murals Are Bristol’s Most Powerful Marketing Tool (Survey Results)
Marketing and Advertising in the UK is becoming increasingly saturated. With AI tools pumping out personalised ads and endless content,...
Jamie Osborne
Sep 153 min read


How Murals Can Transform Your Home
At Art Sync, we love helping people transform everyday spaces into something meaningful and eye-catching. Earlier this year, we worked...
Jamie Osborne
Aug 251 min read


How UWE is Using Murals to Tell Their Story
Late last year, the University of the West of England unveiled a striking new mural at Frenchay Campus, transforming the window space of...
Jamie Osborne
Aug 182 min read


How Fred and Gilbert Used Murals to Boost Brand Awareness in Bristol
When independent retailer Fred and Gilbert underwent a full rebrand (transforming from Pecks Vintage into their fresh new identity)...
Jamie Osborne
Aug 112 min read
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