BIO

Murrill is a professional artist in Southwest Virginia.  He obtained his Master's of Fine Art degree from Radford University with a concentration in both painting and drawing.  Recently he has exhibited in juried exhibitions, solo exhibits, and group shows across the United States.  He currently is an adjunct professor at Virginia Western Community College teaching courses including:  Watercolor I, II, and III, Drawing I and II, Design, and Art History and Appreciation.   

MURALS

Murrill has been commissioned to paint multiple murals in the Roanoke area including both his 57 foot long mural at Valley View  Mall and his recent mural at Sidecar.  His permanent work  may be seen in various locations around Southwest Virginia.


If you are interested in one of Murrill's murals please see the contact information to submit a request via email to murrillart@gmail.com.

STATEMENT

My intention is to provide a contemporary perspective on the human spirit of the working class through the use of expression. Through working in charcoal I am able capture a photorealistic stage for the audience to interact with the personality of each portrait.  Overall, my work does not represent an idealistic beauty, but rather, it represents the spirit of working class individuals and the depth of character that they each possess.

2021