Brentani

Concept Development / Painting On-Site 2023

Mural Development and painting for Brentani Italian Restaurant

situated within Pegasus Apart’Hotel, Melbourne CBD

Mural assistant: Agnes Xu  and Izzy for a moment of paint & chat

Thank you Stuart & @bookanartist.co for supporting this project

Unveiling the ambience of Renaissance Revival 

Welcome to Brentani, the newest gem nestled in the heart of Melbourne CBD within Pegasus Apart’Hotel. This spacious, high-ceiling Italian restaurant & bar radiates vibrancy by the captivating three-part mural that captures the fusion of beauty and nature.

Drawing inspiration from classical landscape paintings and the magnificent works of Sandro Botticelli and Leonardo da Vinci, my mural breathes new life from their timeless masterpieces, such as “The Birth of Venus” and “Lady with an Ermine.”

Elegance, nature, and enchanting floral arrangements harmonise seamlessly, enriched by a contemporary twist that reimagines the lady beyond exisiting paintings and face, transcending the past and embracing new possibilities. Each stroke of the mural reconstructs an alternate realm — a narrative woven through nuanced layers.

The Renaissance-inspired portrait mural as a focal point within the restaurant interior.
The Renaissance-inspired portrait mural as a focal point within the restaurant interior.
A close-up of the woman in the mural, wearing a blue and red patterned gown, holding flowers.
Illuminated sign reading "Brentani" at the restaurant entrance with warm lighting.
A close-up of a paint palette with a variety of mixed colors.
A zoomed-in shot of the mural showing intricate details
A close-up of a paint palette with a variety of mixed colors.
before mural, restaurant interior showing seating arrangements, modern lighting, and architectural details.
A view capturing the mural’s impact on the ambiance of the restaurant seating space.
The restaurant interior showing seating arrangements, modern lighting, and architectural details.
A view of the dining area with the mural integrated into the restaurant space.
A painted countryside scene with hills, water, and small houses, forming part of the mural.
Close up of yellow flower and gum nut
A decorative mural section with large, stylized flowers and swirling designs.
The Renaissance-inspired portrait mural as a focal point within the restaurant interior.
A spacious restaurant interior with modern design, featuring yellow beams and hanging lights.