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Introduction: I am an award winning painter and paper cut artist and a one-on-one instructor of landscape painting, calligraphy, illustration, and paper arts. Whether you want one session worth of advice to move you forward with your ideas or a whole series of lessons to master a skill, I can bring out the talent you never knew you had! All you need is the desire! I also specialize in custom design work (not on the computer) to help you bring your own ideas to fruition; such as murals, signage, or special painting projects including furniture. Whether you want help to do the project yourself or simply have it done for you, I am both affordable, creative, and can match your style. No matter what the project, it's exciting (for you and me) to help reveal the artist that is in all of us. Allow me to use my 40 years of experience to enhance yours.

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24 years in business

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Rosy C.

Nov 21, 2014

We recently went through a significant home remodel and I needed help with planning design of the kitchen as well as help with room design. Additionally once the remodel was finished, I needed some help with decorating and organizing. Elaine was referred to me by a mutual friend and I couldnt be more pleased with the results. She was instrumental in designing the lay out of the kitchen and the bathrooms. She also ended up making a number of recommendations to the architectural drawings and we took all of her advice and were thrilled with the outcome. Once the remodel was finished, I brought Elaine back to the house and we started looking at organizing and decorating. Elaine is incredibly creative, she was able to reuse all of my furniture and knick knacks throughout the house in ways that I wouldnt have even thought of. Because Elaine is an artist, she innately understands color schemes, space and position planning while decorating in your style not hers. All I can say is that she captured exactly what I was thinking and made our home an amazing place! I highly recommend Elaine to anyone looking for an amazing Space Planner, Decorator and Organizer.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Lessons are charged by the hour. Other projects are case dependent.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to have an initial consultation regarding the project, typically over the phone to discuss your needs. This is usually followed by an in person meeting to plan how to proceed.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a degree in fine arts from the Santa Barbara Art Institute, Santa Barbara, California. I can also boast over 40 years of much varied experience.