1.    How long will it take to complete the project?

The time it takes to complete the project depends on the complexity and size of the project.  I will give you an estimation of the time frame of the project at the on-site consultation.

2.    What type of paint do you use?

I use water-based, non-toxic acrylic paint.  The paints have no odor and usually dry within three hours.  So, children can sleep in their newly decorated room that night.  In fact, many children sit with me while I paint their rooms 

3.    What types of designs can you paint? 

I like to say that I can paint anything from a photograph or print.  I have matched nursery bedding, painted wildlife from a magazine photo, painted Steelers players from a picture and mimicked a pattern in a rug.  For the most part, anything you throw my way, can be done.  I promise to work with you to get it as close as possible. 

     4. Can you paint on canvas?

Yes.  If you would like a canvas painted with your ideas instead of the wall, it can be done.   This process allows you to move the artwork from room to room and from house to house.  Pricing is formulated the same way, but there is an added cost for the price of the canvas. 

5. Do you do anything else besides murals?

Yes, I hand-paint furniture and crafts as well.  I have been commissioned to customize furniture in the past, but primarily I repair and paint “found” furniture that I pick up at local sales.  I then sale these items at local shows and galleries.

    6. Can you do exterior work?

I have done exterior work in the past, but it depends on the location of the work and the amount of weathering the piece is going to receive.  My primary focus is on interior projects.

    7, What hours do you work?

I understand that life just seems to get busier and busier.  Therefore, I try to be as accommodating as possible.  We can look at our schedules at the first consultation. 

    8. Do you offer any gift certificates or special offers?

Yes, I do offer gift certificates beginning at $50 and increasing in $50 increments.  The gift certificates are great for baby showers, bridal showers, and birthdays.  As for special offers, if you refer a friend that books me for a project, you will receive a 15% discount on your next project.

    9. How do I clean the painting/mural?

You can clean the painted surface with a mild soap and water.  Dampen a cloth and lightly wipe the painting.  If you have the painting in an area that will receive a lot of abuse/weathering, I may recommend applying a clear coat on the finished painted surface.  A good example of an area that may need a clear coat application would be in a restaurant where grease and smoke residue may collect.  Another possible area that may need a sealer applied would be in a daycare or nursary school where children may enjoy applying their own artwork to the wall.  A clear coat would protect the painted surface and allow for an easier cleanup.