Beautiful, Calming Murals for Schools, Healthcare & Community Spaces
Nature-inspired • Designed to reduce anxiety and inspire • Scientifically accurate
I’m Dr Kate Crawfurd, a mural and scenic artist with a doctorate in marine science.
I create calming, educational and science-informed murals for schools, clinics, nurseries and community spaces.
My work blends artistic design with nature, colour psychology, and my love of communicating STEM through creativity.
All murals are painted using durable, washable, low-VOC paints suitable for high-traffic and healthcare environments.
What I create
Schools & Nurseries
Curriculum-linked murals, nature scenes, ocean themes and wellbeing spaces. Pupils can be involved in the design and/or painting process.
Healthcare & Clinics
Soft, calming murals designed to reduce anxiety and improve patient experience in waiting rooms, treatment rooms and therapy spaces.
Nature & Landscape Murals
Landscapes, wildlife, coastal scenes and community murals for indoor or outdoor spaces.
Fine-Line & Minimalist Murals
Elegant, modern line-art murals ideal for studios, offices and contemporary interiors.
Gallery
A selection of recent mural work across healthcare, education and community settings. Calm, tranquil murals to ease anxiety.
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Bolder Brighter murals
As a theatre scenic artist I can paint in many different styles, murals are eye catching, can pull customers into your establishment and convey strong messages.
Simple, transparent pricing
Small Wall (up to 2m²)
£180–£350
Ideal for small features, reading corners or reception areas.
Medium Wall (3–6m²)
£450–£950
Perfect for waiting rooms, nurseries, sensory rooms or corridors.
Large Feature Wall (7–12m²)
£1,100–£2,200
Full wall scenes, detailed landscapes or themed educational murals.
Oversized / Complex Projects
From £2,500
Multi-room themes, community murals, and detailed environmental scenes.
All murals include:
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Free site visit or video consultation
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Bespoke concept sketch
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All materials included
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Durable, washable paints
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Optional STEM educational input
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Scheduling around your needs (weekends/holidays available)
Why choose a mural?
A mural transforms a space in a way no print or poster can. It creates an identity, supports wellbeing and turns a blank wall into a meaningful experience.
For schools:
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Reinforces curriculum themes
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Helps pupils feel proud of their environment
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Supports wellbeing with calm, nature-based imagery
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Offers cross-curricular learning opportunities (STEM × Art)
For healthcare settings:
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Reduces anxiety and improves patient experience
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Makes clinical spaces feel more welcoming
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Supports child-friendly areas and sensory needs
For communities:
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Creates ownership and pride
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Brings colour and joy to shared spaces
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Encourages engagement with local nature and heritage
Happy clients!
“I worked with Kate on a project that lasted for roughly a year and involved a significant budget. Kate went
above and beyond in her carrying out of the work, both executing the brief and using her own initiative to
make sure the project was carried out as successfully as possible. She worked within the budget, and
managed it and the logistics effectively; was a superb collaborator with key stakeholders and communities;
and was always clear and prompt in her communications with the core project team. The stakeholder and
community response has been extremely positive, with Kate repeatedly singled out for praise”
Dr David Sargeant, University of Plymouth, Net Zero Visions Project Lead
Request a Quote or Book a Visit
If you’d like to explore a mural for your school, clinic, nursery or community space, I’d love to help.
There’s no obligation — just a friendly conversation and ideas.
