THE MURALS

8footwalls creates original handpainted murals of distinction.

The seascape and landscape murals in a fresco style call in the beauty of the natural environment, with soft faded tones and a dreamlike sense of nostalgia. These murals are painted and designed by Desmond Sweeney and on larger projects assisted by a team of skilled artists. 8footwalls creative and artisanal approach brings expansive tranquillity to any interior.

8footwalls has collaborated on bespoke projects for premiere architects and design firms; Akin Creative, Snoop Global, Acme & Co, Alexander & Co, Danny Broe, Samantha Leigh Interiors and multiple venues for Merivale - Hemmes Trading Ltd and FJM Property. 8footwalls murals and art have featured in Vogue Living, The Design Files, Real Living, Habitus and Belle magazines.

THE ARTIST

Desmond Sweeney founded 8footwalls in 2013 drawing on a varied background of experiences which enhanced his expertise from related disciplines including mural painting, faux effects, traditional signpainting, airbrush and illustration. 

After almost a decade as a Signpainter operating a custom paint studio Desmond spent a season in the theatre in London which led to a contract with the Scenic Art Department at Opera Australia spending 5 years as a Scenic Artist painting sets, faux effects, backdrops and props. Desmond has additional 5 years experience teaching special effects props painting, portraiture and scenic painting at the National Institute of Dramatic Arts (NIDA) in Sydney Australia and recently spent 3 years teaching at the historic Fremantle Arts Centre in Western Australia. 

Desmond currently produces original oil and acrylic paintings from his studio in Fremantle and continues to create mural projects as 8footwalls internationally.