From Sketch to Large Mural
From sketch to large-scale mural: The 4th-grade class at Mautern Elementary School took on a new challenge and, together with the artist SIUZ (aka Sarah Kupfner), created a graffiti artwork on the exterior wall of the Union Tennis Club Mautern.
The students learned about the history of graffiti art, its significance, the challenges involved, and the difference between legal and illegal graffiti. Initial ideas and sketches were developed into designs and compiled into an overall concept. After an introduction to the safe use of spray cans and some practice on large cardboard boxes, the students sprayed their artwork onto the wall with great energy and enthusiasm.
A creative school project brought color and imagination to Mautern: The fourth-grade class at Mautern Elementary School, in collaboration with Kunstmeile Krems and graffiti artist SIUZ (aka Sarah Kupfner), created an extraordinary street art piece that has delighted children, teachers, and the public alike.
Painting such a big picture with spray cans was really exciting and a lot of fun!
The project kicked off with a workshop at the Kunstmeile Krems studio. There, under the guidance of graffiti artist Sarah Kupfner, the students developed their initial ideas and immersed themselves in the world of street art. From the initial sketches to the final collaborative concept, creativity, teamwork, and artistic expression were actively encouraged. Step by step, the children prepared to bring their design to life on a large scale.
Finally, the project became visible in a public space: the Union Tennis Club Mautern provided a wall. Armed with spray cans, plenty of curiosity, and a sense of fun, the children transformed their designs into colorful graffiti artworks. The result is a dynamic mural under the motto FARB|AUFSCHLAG, which uses shapes, figures, and lettering to visually express themes such as movement, sports, and community through graffiti.
The project powerfully demonstrates just how much creative potential children possess when they are given space, trust, and appreciation—while also sending a clear message about community and artistic diversity in public spaces.
The project was funded by the Federal Ministry of Education as part of the OeAD's “culture connected” initiative.