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murals

noun

plural of mural

as in frescoes

a usually large painting that is done directly on the surface of a wall

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Recent Examples of murals Upcycled and modern, the pieces include stunning sculptures, vast murals, and an immersive video wall by filmmaker Takashi Makino that captures Osaka’s changing seasons. — Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026 There are murals dedicated in her honor and the Empire State Building lit up in pink in remembrance of Parton. — The Npr Network, NPR, 29 Aug. 2026 Inspired by an art show that was itself inspired by the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel, the club featured palm trees, polka-dot banquettes, murals of the hotel and pool, and a NO VACANCY sign outside that glowed perpetually into the night. — Derek C. Blasberg, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026 The murals of animator/fine artist Blair were a wonder, full of children of the world in celebration mode. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026 Among his many murals are the Jackson 5 mural on Broadway in Gary and a Michigan City mural near the armory. — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026 Bold Wallpaper Bold florals, murals, and textured wallpaper were once stripped away in favor of neutral walls. — Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 23 Aug. 2026 Although the exhibit features 27 separate visions and artworks, there’s a sense of cohesion among the installations, murals and sculptures. — Tania Azhang, Sacbee.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Visitors – mostly from the capital’s wealthier east side – who had spent the evening riding the cable car over the hillside and stopping at neighborhood bars, murals, and food stands, now danced with locals under the open sky. — Tibisay Zea, Christian Science Monitor, 21 Aug. 2026

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Her distinctive pumpkin sculptures and polka-dot paintings, meanwhile, generated millions of dollars in auction revenue.

— Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026
After discovering a book of paintings by Georgia O'Keeffe in a secondhand bookstore, Kusama wrote to the famous artist, asking for advice.

— Elizabeth Blair, NPR, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of paintings

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Mansour persevered, turning out bright canvases of olive groves and peasants that brought to mind his former home and were well received.

— News Desk, Artforum, 28 Aug. 2026
Repetitive motifs in various shapes were her trademark, resembling netting, swirls or worms, but most often dots, dancing proudly on her canvases or as sparkling balls or dots of light in her installations in all their vibrant, psychedelic glory.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of canvases

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— Taryn Shorr-Mckee, Midwest Living, 26 Aug. 2026
In general, seek a perch with clear panoramas—such as a hilltop or open field instead of a thick forest.

— Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of panoramas

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Plus, sunflower and bilberry seed oils give strands a glossy finish.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 28 Aug. 2026
As for full-body treatments, the Prickly Pear Sugar Scrub draws on Sonoran Desert botanicals like prickly pear and calendula extract, combined with cane-sugar-rich oils and hydrating body butter, for a thoroughly rejuvenating exfoliation.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026

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