custom hand painted wall murals

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San Francisco wall murals

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trompe l'oeil wall murals

hand hainted wall murals

beach wall murals

ocean wall murals

underwater wall murals

childrens wall murals

kids wall murals

nursery wall murals

playroom wall murals

Frequently Asked Questions


What happens during the mural consultation?

Once we have established a theme or basic direction, then I look at the room, the furniture, the plans and I offer ideas.  You provide feedback and let me know if I am on the right track.  Once we have the major concepts worked out, I make a sketch of the best idea(s) and give you a price for the mural based on the concept(s).  At this point I often start a list of the details the client wants to have included in the mural (plant/animal species, colors etc.) Many of the smallest details work their way in spontaneously when I am actually painting.

How long does a mural take?

This depends on the size of mural and the subject. Painting foreground elements over the existing solid colored background may take a day, and a full wall mural (8x10) would take 3-5 days.  Most people are amazed how quickly the painting goes.

I don’t know what I want, can you help?

Yes, during your free mural consultation, I will look at the space you want your artwork.  I typically ask a client about a favorite place or vacation destination, or about their interests.  If it is for a child’s room, the child is usually a geyser of ideas.  The colors, furniture and overall “theme” in a house all play a role in the concept of a mural so that it “fits” in your space.

Can you paint a mural on panels to be installed on location?

Yes. A mural can be painted on Sintra, a lightweight yet ultra-durable PVC foam board, and then attached to the wall surface.  An added advantage of wall panels is that if you move, your mural can move with you.

My wall has a really rough texture. Will that affect the painting?

It will not be a problem, unless you want a smooth look or a high level of detail.  Then it is best to either do panels or re-plaster the wall to make it smooth.

Do I need to prepare the walls myself?

It will save you money if you paint the wall the necessary base color beforehand, but I can also do that for you.  Often I design the concept around the existing wall color and there is no additional charge for wall preparation.

What kind of paint do you use?

Benjamin Moore best quality interior or exterior for the base coat, and Golden acrylics for all the pretty stuff.

Do you travel?

Yes, especially if you live in Hawaii, Spain or Greece :)