muralist

[myoor-uh-list]

noun

1. an artist who paints murals, especially an artist associated with muralism.

adjective

1. of, relating to, or characteristic of muralism.

Word History and Origins

Origin of muralist¹

mural + -ist

Example Sentences

Following his sojourn in Europe and a brief stint back stateside, he won another fellowship to study in Mexico, where he absorbed the lessons of the activist muralists there.

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The 48-acre artists colony was on land that muralist Jirayr Zorthian bought in the 1940s, turning it into a sprawling outpost for his family and eventually a summer arts camp for children.

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For our annual holiday wrapping paper feature, Times art directors commissioned eight L.A.-based muralists to illustrate intriguing designs, from a Dodgers tribute to sweet treats perfect for the season.

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Splattered in paint, muralist Robert Vargas took a break from painting Valenzuela to watch the game at Far Bar.

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Debora, a muralist and co-founder of the Homeboy Art Academy in East Los Angeles, points to himself as an example of that belief.

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