Helping Clients Better Visualize a Mural Project

We all know that murals can be quite the investment, and clients should have a great understanding of what you're going to create for them before they sign on the dotted line. This not only protects the artist, but also the client since both parties knows what's going to be delivered.

I've found that taking an actual picture of the room or wall, then placing the sketches within the photo and using past projects can be a great visualization for the client, and it's fun too! It's a sneak peak to what can happen and the beginning to a master piece!

Here's a sample sketch for a chalkboard wall with slated stones and wood for a small engine shop... I'm already excited, and it's only a quick sketch!

Your goal is to generalize the feel for the mural. Since these are inicial sketches, let your client then determine what direction they want to go in.

The Making of Chip's Pizza Place

So here's the making of Chip's Pizza place, in Forest Hill, MD. It'll be opened around May 1st, so be sure to get a slice of the best pizza in the world, made by Italians!

Faux Stacked Brick Wall

Here's a before and after of the sitting room... I'm working on the faux bricks in the shelving area right now.