How to Make Drywall Art For Beginners NOW (Easy Textured Art)

Do you want to make a bold statement without spending a fortune on your walls?
Learning how to make drywall art is the perfect solution. This imaginative craft allows you to create
beautiful and unique works of art with only drywall mud, drywall sheet, acrylic paint, and spackle.

Using the right mix of mud and materials, along with some experimentation and artistic flair, you can create stunning drywall art that would make even professional artists jealous. So gather what you need, and we’ll guide you through how it’s done.

How to Make Drywall Art Using Drywall Mud?

Adding a custom drywall art piece to any room is easier than you think. With just some creativity and a few steps, it’s simple to create something that will be the envy of all who enter. Let’s get creative and get started on how to make drywall art now:

Step 1. Gather the Required Materials:

To make drywall art, you’ll need several tools and materials. This includes measuring tape, drywall panels, joint drywall compound, sandpaper, and texture tools such as a trowel or putty knife. You may also want some sort of template for drawing out your design on the panels before you begin working with the joint compound.

Step 2. Measure and Cut Your Panels:

The size and shape of your drywall artwork will depend on the size of the drywall panels you choose. Begin by measuring the length and width of each panel that you need to create your artwork. Once you have determined these measurements, cut each panel according to size using a handsaw or power saw for precise measurements.

Step 3. Assemble the Panels:

After cutting each panel according to size, assemble them in the pattern that best suits your design for the artwork piece. Use adhesive glue or metal screws to secure them together once they are laid out correctly on the wall surface where you plan to display them when completed.

Step 4. Mix Drywall Joint Compound for Artwork:

Once all your panels are measured and cut into their required sizes and shapes, it is time to mix up a batch of joint compounds designed explicitly for drywall. You can find pre-mixed joint compound at most hardware stores or home improvement centers which is usually preferable since it takes less time than mixing it from scratch with water yourself.

Step 5. Spread Joint Compound On Panels:

With a trowel or putty knife in hand, spread an even layer of the joint compound across the panels that make up their artwork. This texture will be consistent throughout, and with careful consideration during the application, they can even craft unique ridges and textures according to the desired design. Just make sure the tools are not damaged from previous use.

Step 6. Create Your Artwork:

This step requires creativity, as you will design your drywall panel’s artwork. Think about what kind of design you want and how it will look once finished. It’s best to start small and work your way up if you’re unsure what artwork you want to create on the panel. You can use stencils, markers, or even spray paint to help create your desired design. Once you have created the design, it’s time to move on to the next step.

Step 7. Sand Down Any Rough Edges:

After creating the artwork on your panel, it’s essential to sand down any rough edges or bumps with fine grit sandpaper or power sander with an appropriate attachment for drywall panels. This will ensure that your artwork looks neat and professional at the end of the process.

Make sure to sand evenly across all sides of the panel and any areas where two pieces meet so that there are no sharp corners left behind that could potentially cut someone when handling them.

Step 8. Prime and Paint Your Drywall Panel:

Once all rough spots have been sanded off, it’s time to prime and paint (if needed) your drywall panel before applying any additional layers, such as drywall mud or other decorative finishes like glitter or sequins.

Start by priming the entire surface with a primer designed for drywall surfaces, then apply 2-3 coats of paint in whatever color suits your aesthetic best. Allow each coat plenty of time to dry fully before continuing to the next step.

Step 9. Let Your Artwork Dry:

The final step in making drywall art using drywall mud is letting your artwork completely cure before handling it again or displaying it proudly in your home.

Allow at least 24 hours for everything to be completely set up before touching anything else on the panel.

This way, you won’t risk smudging any details while admiring all the hard work put into creating this unique piece of art.

What Kind of Drywall Mud is Used to Make Drywall Art?

When learning how to make drywall art, I recommend using premixed wet mud. Premixed wet mud is the most common type of drywall mud used to make drywall art. This type of mud is specifically designed for interior walls and ceilings and consists of a mixture of gypsum, minerals, and binding agents formulated to create a malleable texture that adheres well to the drywall surface.

It also has excellent smoothing capabilities, allowing artists to easily create smooth, clean lines when forming shapes or patterns on their wall art. The wet nature of this mud also allows it to be blended with other colors or materials, enabling the artist to achieve whatever effect they desire.

Will Drywall Mud Stick to Drywall Sheet When Making Drywall Art?

Indeed, drywall mud will stick to drywall sheets when making drywall art. This is because the binding agents in the premixed wet mud adhere well to both porous surfaces, such as the paper on the backside of a sheetrock panel, and more rigid surfaces, like corner beads or tape-on trim pieces.

The combination creates a strong bond that makes this material particularly reliable for projects that require adhesion between two materials, such as when creating 3D sculptures or intricate designs with multiple layers.

Create Beautiful Pieces of Drywall Art With Patience and Creativity

Creating beautiful pieces of art with drywall mud is an exciting experience requiring patience and imagination. With careful preparation of surfaces combined with creative combinations of colors from acrylic paints and spackle, anyone can turn their living space into a masterpiece gallery with minimal cost and effort. By following those steps for making drywall art with various mixtures, you’ll be able to create stunning works of art that will stand against time!

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Joseph Colella

Joseph Colella is a frustrated artist with over 40 years experience making art (who moonlights as a certified Business Analyst with over 20 years of experience in tech). While he holds a Diploma in Information Technology, in true wasted talent style he spent years trying to get into various Art degrees from the Accademia di Belle Arti (Napoli), and failed to get into the Bachelor of Arts (Fine Arts) at the University of Western Sydney. His goal is to attend the Julian Ashton School of Art at The Rocks Sydney when he retires from full time work. In his spare time, he writes for the this blog, WastedTalentInc, where he shares practical advice on art, making art, and art materials. Joseph’s art has been sold to collectors all over the world from the USA, Europe and Australasia. He is a trusted source for reliable art and copyright/fair use advice and is committed to helping his readers make informed decisions about making them a better artist.
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