FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
If you do not have a wall/surface that you have permission to install a mural on, please do NOT contact me yet. Each project is unique and so is the pricing. Please see above question about “my advice” and on minimal fee. In general, once you decide to contact me through thumbtack, I am billed a referral fee to receive your contact info. We set aside a time for a free phone consultation to learn more about your vision. To secure current pricing and availability, a deposit of 50% is required. I offer a 10% discount if full payment is paid up front and other seasonal discounts.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
1. Phone conversation. ( to determine style, complexity, square footage, amount of detail, inspiration, and of course to see if good fit for each other) Please have exact measurements of walls(s) to be painted and a photo ready to share. 2. Mood board conversation; This conversation can be about 15 min long to find the preferred style and timeline. Review of payment options/ discounts/ schedules. 3. Receipt of deposit marks decision to schedule installment date and an agreement is signed by both parties. My prices increase every 6 months. The deposit will secure the contract payment terms prior to the future price increase.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I went to art school in the bay area, but did not complete my BFA... so I would say I'm self-taught. I began drawing and painting at a young age and continued to enjoy painting thru pharmacy school. In the beginning of my career, I worked with all mediums but preferred oil on canvas. As an oil painter/fine artist I sold my work in galleries and business establishments in SF and NY. Recently in 2006, I expanded my portfolio to include mural work.