Masonry Paint
Masonry paint is a durable coating formulated for porous mineral surfaces such as brick and concrete, with different formulas available for both interior and exterior use.
Painter
RUN
RUN is a street artist and muralist known for large-scale figurative work, often developed from watercolor studies and executed with masonry paint and other mural materials.
RUN quick facts
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| Born | 1979 · Ancona, Italy |
|---|---|
| Died | — |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Notable works | My Many Hands |
| Artist name | RUN |
| Practice | Street art and large-scale mural painting |
| Paint-related medium | Masonry paint |
| Planning medium | Watercolor |
| Documented study support | Paper |
| Documented example | My Many Hands, developed from transparent watercolor sketches on paper and translated into a thicker masonry-paint technique |
Sources: Cambridge University Museums: An interview with street artist RUN and Varsi Art & Lab: RUN.
Paint types used
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Watercolor Paint
Watercolor paint is a water-based art medium made with pigment and a water-soluble binder. It is known for transparent color that settles into absorbent paper.
Surface types used
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Paper
Paper is an absorbent sheet material made primarily from cellulose fibers. Its weight, sizing, surface texture, and wet strength determine how much paint it can accept before buckling, pilling, bleeding, or warping.
Brick
Brick is a porous masonry unit usually made from fired clay. Its textured surface can absorb water and allow moisture vapor to move through a wall.
Concrete
Concrete is a porous building material made from cement, water, and aggregate. It hardens through curing and can continue moving moisture through its surface.
Plaster
Plaster is a smooth or textured wall finish made from gypsum, lime, cement, or similar mineral binders. New plaster remains porous as it cures and dries.
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