Paint Big.

Your best mural portfolio addition starts here.

Mural Nomad HQ, Burleigh Heads

Mural residency at Mural Nomad HQ .

- WHAT TO EXPECT

Step into a working mural studio and give your next big idea the space and expert guidance it deserves.

Work alongside professional muralist PJ Hannagan to refine your concept, strengthen your technique and create a standout mural that showcases your abilities and builds your portfolio towards the projects you want to be hired for.

Choose three focused days of mural planning and painting, or immerse yourself in seven days with additional customised training and time exploring the Gold Coast.

Leave with more than a finished mural you're trulyproud of. Build the skills, experience and confidence to take on your next big mural project!

Who is this for

beginner artists eager to learn fast

Professional artists levelling up

Anyone happy with paint-covered hands

Spicy-brained creatives wanting a new fun challenge

all ages, all genders welcome

(sorry, no unsupervised kids under 18)

A respectful, welcoming and inclusive environment!

There is magic in painting big.

What you will get?

Practical knowledge

Real industry knowledge and pro frameworks, straight from a full-time muralist who paints big for a living. No theory, no fluff, just what actually works.

Professional photos

You go home with the full set: process shots, you in action, the finished masterpiece. Content that's ready to post, pitch with, and update your website with.

New confidence

Leave feeling truly up-skilled, with a standout large scale piece for your portfolio, sharper technical skills, and the confindence you can do it again on your own.

Paint Big 2026 - 2027 Events

November

3 DAYS

9am-6pm, Friday 06- Sunday 08 Nov

*Optional complimentary Studio access for final photos and touch ups on Monday 9th

Two Spots Left

December

Week long residency

9am-6pm, Thursday 10- Thursday 17 Dec

*One local adventure and one social night included

One artist only.

January

3 DAYS

9am-6pm, Friday 08- Sunday 11 Jan

*Optional complimentary Studio access for final photos and touch ups on Monday 12th

Two Spots Left, possible slot for International Residency Add on - Enquire Here

*By booking Paint Big, you confirm that you have read and agree to the Paint Big Terms & Conditions, including the cancellation and transfer policy.

Mural Nomad HQ Artist community offers

Are you part of our online Mural Nomad HQ community on Skool? Save $200!

Artist part of the Signature Professional Muralist Program have one Paint Big event included in the yearly mentorship.

*Payment plans available with Zip and Afterpay at checkout

Moments from past large painting sessions...

Don't take my word for it...

A RECENT RECAP

Want to have a look behind the scenes of our residency at Mural Nomad HQ?

Check out this 20 min Youtube video of Bethany's international residency, you can see the full week unfold here.

Alternatively, read our recent blogs about our 3 day residencies on Mural Nomad's website by clicking here.

MEET Your Mentor

Hey, I'm PJ!

I'm Patrycja (PJ) Hannagan — a Polish-born, Italy-trained artist now painting large-scale murals around the world for a living.

I'm a proudly self-represented artist, founder of Mural Nomad, and the travel-obsessed girl behind Australia's nationally acclaimed 100 Murals Project — a journey that took me across the country painting walls, working with communities and building an unconventional, yet remarkable, creative career along the way.

When I'm not somewhere up a wall, I'm usually at Mural Nomad HQ, my creative warehouse in Burleigh Heads. I spent the last few years working with artists worldwide, through my online community, my year long signature mentorship program and in person events.

My mission these days is pretty simple: to make creative entrepreneurship more accessible to artists who aren't afraid of going big.

My residency "Paint Big" is one of my favourite ways to do that — getting away from the screen, opening the studio doors and giving artists a real wall, real tools, real support to experience unleashing their full potential at scale.

Frequently Asked Question

Do I need to be an experienced mural artist?

Not at all. Paint Big is designed for artists at different stages of their mural journey. You should have an interest in painting and creating on a larger scale, but you don’t need years of mural experience, nor the intent to pursue muralism professionally. We’ll meet you where you’re at and support you throughout this creative experience.

What is included in my ticket?

Your ticket includes a 2hour Zoom call to be held before the event (multiple time options will be available), the full 3-day Paint Big experience at Mural Nomad HQ, daily access to the studio from 9am till 6pm, designated wall section to match your needs, tailored and timely guidance throughout the weekend, provided materials and paint required for your unique experience, and the opportunity to learn, experiment and connect with other artists. We will also offer daily lunch and a folder with quality footage of the event.

Do I need to bring my own art supplies?

The main mural painting materials and paint will be provided. You’re welcome to bring your favourite brushes, sketchbook, iPad or other creative tools you enjoy working with. Artists in the past have brought their leftover or favourite paint to be practical. We’ll send you a simple packing list before the event.

Where is Paint Big held?

Paint Big takes place at Mural Nomad HQ in Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Full arrival information and studio details will be included in your confirmation.

Is accommodation included?

No. Paint Big is a studio-based experience and accommodation and travel are not included in your ticket. If you’re travelling to the Gold Coast, we can provide some guidance on areas to stay and getting to the studio.

How many artists attend?

Paint Big is intentionally kept very small so everyone gets meaningful wall time, support and space to experiment. We allocated enough wall surface space for each artists's dream mural to become possible. Availability varies between sessions and on rare occasions can be up to 3 artists. Once the available places for a date are booked, that session is closed.

I'm a Mural Nomad HQ community member. How do I receive my discount?

Community members receive $200 off their Paint Big ticket. Your private discount code can be found inside the Mural Nomad HQ community and entered at Stripe checkout. In case that doesn't work, you can email us directly to [email protected] for a direct invoice for the discounted amount and we'll manually secure your spot

What happens after I book?

You’ll receive a confirmation email from us with your booking details. Closer to Paint Big, we’ll send everything you need to prepare, including arrival information, what to bring and any other details for your session.

What happens if I book and can no longer attend?

We understand that plans can change, particularly when travelling from afar. As our sessions are intentionally kept extremely small, your booking reserves one of only a few available artist places and prevents that place from being offered to somebody else.

Cancellations made more than 30 days before your session may receive a refund minus the $200 non-refundable booking deposit. For cancellations 14–30 days before your session, your booking may be transferred once to another available Paint Big date within 12 months, or tranferred. Bookings cancelled within 14 days are non-refundable and non-transferable unless we are able to successfully fill your place.

Please see our full Paint Big Terms & Conditions for our Booking & Cancellation Policy before purchasing.

I have a question that isn't answered here — can I talk to someone?

Of course! Email us at [email protected] and we’ll be happy to help, or you can book a 15min Zoom call here. Paint Big is meant to feel exciting, not intimidating — if you’re unsure whether it’s right for you, just ask, we'd love to have a chat about it.

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