Trompe l'oeil today

From countryside panoramas to faux mosaic walls, Trompe l’oeil painting enhances contemporary interiors by adding color and responding to architectural needs. This book provides an overview of styles and techniques in illusionistic painting for various spaces, including private residences, restaurants, and indoor pools. It explores unusual methods like anamorphism and geometric patterns, alongside traditional subjects such as Pompeian-style murals, classical arches, landscapes, and elaborate ceilings. Categories of illusionistic painting are defined, including material imitation (faux finishes like marble and wood), grisaille (imaginary moldings and reliefs), small-format works in niches, and large murals. The authors, experienced professionals, address practical questions and offer tips on selecting materials, techniques, and styles. They also delve into perspective and visual perception, showcasing a range of painting possibilities. This book serves as an essential reference for artists and designers seeking inspiration, interior architects and decorators looking to create unique ambiances, and clients planning commissions. With over 150 four-color photographs, it illustrates the architectural and aesthetic impact of professional illusionistic work, making it an invaluable survey of this impressive art form.