There is nothing new about murals; they have been around for many centuries. Many murals of the past are available for viewing today whether on location or through reference material. There is a great variety of wonderful pieces to see, each one of them having a unique story to tell. Many of the masters' works are meticulously hand painted paying great amounts of devotion to the subject and to the out come of the work. Some of these projects are of immense proportion and technicality. To stand in front of or underneath one of these murals is truly an awe inspiring experience. A well thought out, well executed mural is a stunning focal point for any room. Murals are a wonderful way to add incredible depth to a space. From subtle to elaborate, small to large, they can take you away from your surrounding or blend with existing architectural elements. You may choose a vivid or monochrome color palette and the subject matter is almost limitless. Many times a mural is used as a backdrop and ties a space to a certain place or period. Murals create atmosphere and they bring life to a room more so than any solid color will. Well executed murals are classically timeless because they basically transcend faddish styles. This is evident in many older murals that have been painted before us. Murals simply will never go out of style.