Mel Holmes – Mural Artist
Transform your home or business with stunning hand-painted wall murals and exquisite faux finishes by Mel Holmes – a professional mural artist with over 30 years experience creating bespoke artwork for private homes, public venues and businesses across the UK and internationally. Based in Sheffield and working throughout the UK and abroad, Mel works closely with every client to bring their vision to life, combining creativity, technical skill and attention to detail on every project.
Bespoke Murals for Homes and Businesses
Whether you want a dramatic wall mural for your living room, an elegant ceiling feature for a boutique hotel, imaginative trompe l’oeil illusions for a commercial space, or decorative paint effects for a restaurant or children’s bedroom, Mel Holmes will deliver a fantastic job tailored to your exact requirements. Every mural is designed uniquely for you, so your room or venue will become an inspiring and memorable space.
Why Choose Mel Holmes?
As a mural artist with an international portfolio, Mel Holmes is renowned for his artistry, reliability and professional standards. Mel’s mural painting has been used in shopping centres, hotels, offices, restaurants and countless private homes across the UK and in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and North America. Clients include big brands, small businesses, families and community groups. Mel’s work has been featured on the BBC, Channel 4 and in The Times, The Guardian and The Daily Mail. Radio interviews include BBC Radio Derby and BBC Radio 4. Client reviews praise Mel’s amazing talent, creative approach and beautiful results.
You can trust Mel Holmes with your mural project – fully insured and able to bring in a team of skilled artists when needed, Mel guarantees professional delivery and peace of mind for every client. A background in graphic arts and decades of experience with decorative paint finishes means Mel can offer more than just painting a wall; every mural or faux finish is a work of art designed to inspire and last.
Services and Techniques
Mel Holmes offers a range of professional mural services for interiors and commercial spaces across the UK;
Hand-Painted Wall Murals
From bespoke mural painting in living rooms and bedrooms to large scale artwork in restaurants and offices, Mel’s hand-painted wall murals are designed to fit any interior. Every painted mural takes into account your ideas, colour preferences and the style of your space.
Trompe l’Oeil and Optical IllusionsAdd depth and surprise to your room or venue. Trompe l’oeil techniques create realistic illusions – walls, ceilings and even floors become works of art.
Marouflage Technique
For larger mural projects or sites where time and disruption are an issue, Mel offers murals painted on canvas in the studio and professionally installed by him and his team on site. Regular updates, photos and close client communication means the process is seamless.
Decorative Paint Effects and Faux Finishes
Choose from a range of faux finishes including wood graining, stone blocking, marbling, gilding and colour washes. These decorative paint effects add style and sophistication to your space – perfect for private and commercial interiors.
Traditional Signwriting and Digital Artworks
Mel’s skills extend beyond murals to signwriting and digital art. Whether you need traditional hand-painted signage or modern vector designs, Mel has a solution for branding and decoration.
Bespoke Portraits and Art Commissions
Commission a unique artwork or portrait for that personal touch. From historic scenes to family portraits and classical reproductions, Mel’s custom pieces make great gifts or stunning focal points.
The Mural Commissioning Process
Commissioning a hand-painted mural or decorative finish with Mel Holmes is a creative journey;
1. Consultation and Design
Everything starts with your inspiration – whether you have a clear vision, a theme or just an idea for a beautiful piece of wall art. Mel offers design consultations to discuss your space, requirements and ideas, and provide guidance on themes, techniques and colours to match your room and goals.
2. Artistic Planning
You’ll receive sketches or digital previews before your mural painting begins, so you can make any adjustments and ensure the final design is perfect for your interior or commercial space.
3. Professional Installation
Mel works with homeowners, architects, designers and businesses. Every mural is installed efficiently with minimal disruption to your home or premises.
4. Ongoing Communication
Clients are kept informed with regular updates and clear communication from concept to completion. Mel guarantees your mural project will be delivered on time and to your expectations.
Quality, Assurance and Reviews
Fully insured for your peace of mind
Every mural is painted to the highest professional standard* 5 star reviews for creativity, quality and amazing results
Available for projects across the UK and abroad
Can bring in a team of artists for larger projects or tight deadlines
Commission Now
A custom mural is a beautiful way to add inspiration, personality and long term value to any room, lobby or commercial space. With Mel Holmes you get great artistry, clear communication and the knowledge that your project is in the hands of a professional mural artist who takes pride in every commission.
Get in touch, read client reviews or discuss your mural ideas with Mel Holmes today. See how a bespoke mural can be amazing and make your space a work of art.
