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Modern Faux Studio Inc.
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About
I have 20 years of experience in faux old-world and modern finishes.
I work on decorative hand-painted detail work on ceilings, walls, and furniture.
I have done projects with some of the top designers in the Chicagoland area.
My work has been featured in "Modern Luxury Interiors Chicago" and "CS interiors" as well as "Luxe" magazines.
Overview
Hired 92 times
Serves Palatine, IL
Background checked
1 employee
28 years in business
Business hours
This pro hasn't listed their business hours.
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Venmo and Zelle.
Services offered
Type of property
Residential
Commercial
Mural size
Small (less than 25 sq ft)
Medium (25 - 50 sq ft)
Large (50 - 100 sq ft)
Very large (over 100 sq ft)
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Therese M.
Aug 6, 2025
Hired on Thumbtack
Renata is a true artist. Her work was beautiful and she truly understood what I wanted and exceeded my expectations. I totally see why she is in demand. I highly recommend this muralist!!!!
Details: Indoor wall(s) • Residential • Medium (25 - 50 sq ft) • I have an idea of what I want
Muralist
Greg S.
3 weeks ago
Hired on Thumbtack
We had an absolutely incredible experience working with Modern Faux Studio! She painted a full wall mural in our nursery, and the result completely exceeded our expectations.
From the very beginning, she was incredibly responsive. Communication was fast and clear, she was available to start quickly, and once the project began she worked efficiently and finished faster than we expected — without sacrificing a single detail.
She took our general idea and turned it into something truly special — a beach scene with surfboards, palm trees, rolling waves, and a charming little lifeguard house that feels both peaceful and imaginative. The scale, perspective, and color palette are beautifully done, and the way she used the vaulted ceiling height makes the entire room feel larger and immersive.
Her craftsmanship is exceptional. The waves have depth and movement, the trees feel dimensional, and the small details (like the sand, birds, and shading) really bring it to life. It looks like something out of a high-end design magazine.
She was punctual, clean, respectful of our home, and easy to work with throughout the entire process. You can tell she has years of experience and takes real pride in her work.
We couldn’t be happier with the finished nursery — it’s going to be such a special space for our family. I would hire her again in a heartbeat and highly recommend her to anyone looking for custom decorative painting or mural work.
Details: I'm flexible • Residential • Walls • 100 - 250 sq ft • Excellent - clean and smooth • Under 8 feet • No, I would like the professional to supply the paint • No, I will move the furniture or wall hangings myself
Faux Finishing or Painting
Nora L.
2 days ago
Hired on Thumbtack
Working with Renata on my fireplace project was great . She is timely, professional and precise on her work. She lime-washed my fireplace and prepped before hand. She came back to refresh some until it was to both our liking. I am excited for her to work on my next project (powder room) to create something special. Her photos of projects truly are a work of art.
Details: Color washing • Residential • Walls • Less than 100 sq ft • Fair - minor holes and scratches • Under 8 feet • No, I will move the furniture or wall hangings myself
Faux Finishing or Painting
Alyssa P.
Sep 29, 2025
Hired on Thumbtack
Renata was AMAZING and her work exceeded our expectations. She painted our nursery for us and made our vision come to life. I would hire her again and recommended her to anybody needing a professional painter for their home.
Details: Indoor wall(s) • Residential • Medium (25 - 50 sq ft) • I have an idea of what I want
Muralist
Jennetta M.
Jul 16, 2025
Hired on Thumbtack
Renata was like an angel from heaven. She listened to what I wanted. She worked on samples until we were both pleased. She is fast, efficient, and knowledgeable. I could not be more pleased.
Renata cleans up after herself daily and leaves the place as clean as possible. I highly recommend this highly skilled professional lady.
Details: Fresco • Residential • Walls • Doors • 250 - 500 sq ft • Poor - major repairs needed • 8 - 10 feet • No, I would like the professional to supply the paint • No, I will move the furniture or wall hangings myself
Faux Finishing or Painting
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Renata Czerkies