Inside the Artistic Process: The BDD Blog
Hey there, I’m Becca, the artist behind BeccaDwyerDesign. If you haven’t noticed by now, I love painting, illustrating, and designing. Though my business is primarily focused on creating murals and custom paintings, I’m also passionate about educating fellow artists and sharing information I learn along the way with the community.
I want to help you succeed by offering a mix of fun how-to projects, cool and inspirational stories, and maybe museum commentary here and there. So, welcome to the blog, feel free to scroll through my inner thoughts or search for a topic… you’ve been warned!
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Graphic Design • Painting • How-to • Muraling • Branding • Illustration • Museums • Social Media •
Turning Utility Boxes into Art in Mission Hills, San Diego
“How do you get these opportunities?” I can’t tell you how many times I was asked this question while I was painting a utility box recently. Fellow artists and community members alike were all curious on how projects like this come to life! While I can answer this question, the answer for “how did I got permission to do this” will always vary…
A Muralist’s Guide to Image Transfer
As a mural artist, not only do we have to come up with a design, but we also have to figure out how to transfer that image onto a wall or sometimes a non-flat surface (like a utility box or guitar). There are many ways to do this, and there is no right or wrong answer. What you do will depend on several factors that this blog will cover.
How I Painted My Most Colorful Utility Box Yet
At the end of 2024, I had the opportunity to paint this vibrant, striped, and dotted utility box outside someone’s residence. This project reminded me why I love creating public art—I’m so grateful I get to bring joy to people through my work.
