b'designs are abstract, serene and light to preventmy school exercise books, so it seems inevitable overwhelmingtheviewer.Conversely,inthethat I became an artist. I originally trained as open expanse of the top landing, the designsagraphicdesignerasitseemedlikeasafer embracefigurative,dynamicandplayfulcareer choice than being an artist. I worked as qualities, Paul explains. a designer for a time but kept making art in the AfterapplyingabasecoatofEcoChoiceevenings and on weekends, and after a while, approvedReseneLumbersiderLowSheenit became clear that I needed to find a way to inReseneWhite,Paulusedmorethan20spend more time making art, so I quit design. different Resene colours to create the staircaseIn saying that, I think I learned a lot from my muraldesignthroughatetradicpaletteofexperienceworkingasadesignerthathas purples,reds,oranges,greensandblues.Byimpacted my art making such as composition using variegated tones from each colour group,and colour as well as how to work with clients the design feels fluid and cohesive while touchesand conceptualise my ideas. Ive also worked of Resene FX Metallic Gold paint infuse it withas an illustrator, which in turn brings a sense of surpriseandwonderelevatingthespacestorytelling to my work, he explains.above: Recognising the stairwell as the initial and final encounter for many within this workspace, the aim wasfrom a traditional office aesthetic to somethingHisstyleisalsoreflectiveofhislived to make a memorable impression and underscore the WOTSO brand as contemporary and inventive. Thisinspiring, creative and contemporary. experiences. Im a big believer that a creative mural project connects three floors via the stairwell and landings, conceived as a journey through the space. TheIt took a lot of measuring and planning tocareer must be part of a bigger creative life. chosen designs and hues were curated to inspire, uplift and celebrate creativity. Paul created this stairwell muralconceptualisewhatsurfaceswouldbeseenIspendalotoftimeproducingmyart,but with Resene Blackcurrant, Resene Honey Flower, Resene Boogie Wonderland, Resene Mozart, Resene Divine in both full and half strength, Resene Lipstick, Resene Vibe, Resene Rapture, Resene Glorious, Resene Waxalongsideeachotherandhowthewholeits equally important to be experiencing and Flower, Resene Energy Yellow, Resene Blue Lagoon, Resene Fountain Blue, Resene Morning Glory, Reseneartwork would fit together, says Paul. Anotherabsorbingthingsfromtheworldwithinand Edgewater, Resene Wavelength, Resene Bluetooth, Resene Half Sail, Resene Pattens Blue and Resene FXinterestingchallengeisthatthetoplandingaroundme.Idrawalotofinspirationfrom Metallic Gold over a basecoat in Resene White. features a cut-out relief of a tree across threebeing in beautiful places, music, conversations, below: Across the buildings four exterior elevations, Paul used Resene Lumbersider Low Sheen tinted toof the walls. The artwork had to be designedreading, travelling and other artists work. But Resene Scandal, Resene Keppel, Resene Deep Sea, Resene French Pass, Resene Malibu, Resene Hemisphere,around and painted over that feature, giving itIve also been practicing meditation for more Resene Teal Blue, Resene Splash, Resene Tulip Tree, Resene Tussock, Resene Ballerina, Resene Cabaret,an added textural element. than 20 years, which has really helped me to Resene Havoc, Resene Twilight, Resene Wonderland, Resene Butterfly, Resene Harlequin, Resene Seance,Thestrikingnaturalsurroundingswhichslow down, notice things and stay curious.Resene Plum, Resene Wax Flower, Resene Guggenheim, Resene Grenadier, Resene Red Red Red, ResenecharacterisedPaulsupbringinginTitirangiDuring his planning stages, Paul begins his Rouge and Resene Pompadour over a basecoat in Resene White. Rather than pulling specific colours from thehave significantly influenced his artistic style.designs by drawing them out first with pencil exterior surroundings, Paul sought out a palette that would feel unique within the streetscape. The surroundingGrowing up, I was a chronic daydreamer andon paper before refining them on his tablet and area is a very grey and neutral urban environment. Prior to the mural, the building itself was a very unremarkableoneofthosekidswhowasalwaysdrawing,selectinghisResenecolourpalette.Ioften old office building that was undergoing a complete renovation, so it became a blank slate that the client wanted to fill with colour and energy. Thats why the colours really pop, he explains. Exterior mural design, painting andpainting or making something with my hands.spend a long time choosing colours, he says. I images by Pauly B. Painting assistance by Craig McClure. 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