Insight, Information, and Inquires!
Picture this: you are planning for your first mural and you are excited beyond words! However, mixed in with your excitement are a few questions are popping up: how long is this going to take? What do I need to do to prepare? And of course…how much is this going to cost?! Below I have added a bit of insight into how murals come together to set your mind at ease; feel free to fill out the contact form for additional information and/or to get a quote started!.
firstly…why do you need a mural?
I think EVERYONE could benefit from a mural in their lives. Am I biased? Maybe a little! Murals make me happy, and I love making a living painting them to make other people happy. My happiness aside, there are many reasons that a mural can add something extra and necessary to a public area, commercial space. or a private residence. Below I have listed a few of the many reasons to consider transforming a blank wall into a stunning work of art!
to Increase foot traffic
A cool mural can “draw” a lot of attention to a space. A bright, colorful mural can take a boring wall and transform it into an attraction that people will go out of their way to see. Whether it’s in a space downtown, a restaurant, a store, etc., people love (and need) public art. Gazing up at a glorious mural can make a spot very memorable!
because you simply want one!
While there are plenty of reasons to get a mural to improve foot traffic, gain attention, etc., you can also get a mural because you just plain want one! Just like you don’t have to wait on colder weather to purchase the sweatshirt you’ve been eyeballing, you can light up your space with mural whenever you want just to make you smile!
to be Instagrammable, baby!
Let’s face it: social media rules the world. Okay, that may be a bit dramatic, but it’s no secret that people love their socials, and murals can make for a great photo background to be shared across all platforms. Whether it’s a public space, commercial space, or a bnb, people love to pose in front of cool, interactive artwork.
For beautification
There are just so many WALLS in the world we live in, and so many of them could take on new life with the addition of a mural! Murals can make people happy, make people feel safe, and rejuvenate an otherwise dull eyesore into a work of art.
to highlight a service
Using a mural to highlight goods and services that your business provides is also a great marketing strategy! Anyone would find it hard to turn away a piece of pizza if a big, eye catching, delicious slice of peperoni was painted on the side of a pizza place, or question who the best mechanic in town is with a stunning, crisp logo painted on the side of a mechanic shop. If you love what you do, use a mural to show it off!
to tell a story
Some of my favorite murals to create are murals that tell a story about a community. People have used wall art as a means of communication and a way to highlight important historical moments since the Cave of Bulls in 15,000 BCE. Murals can bring a sense of pride and identification to a community, and can highlight many important aspects of it such as wildlife, recreation, and historical events.
frequently asked questions:
To the right, you’ll find some questions that might arise when you start your mural journey! If you have any more specific questions or inquiries, please head over to the contact page and shoot me an email!
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I price my murals on cost per square foot, including supplies. Size, level of detail, and location are the three biggest factors in pricing out a mural. These factors determine how long a mural will take to design and complete, the quantity of supplies needed to do so, and any extra hands I may need for the job.
Not included in price: travel fees, sealant, or equipment costs (lifts, scaffolding, etc.) For interior murals, I charge a minimum of $1,500, and for exterior, $2,000.
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It varies! Mural timelines depend on the environment in which the mural is being painted, the availability of supplies, and the detail of the design. For example, a colorful, highly detailed mural is going to take significantly more time that one that features only a few colors and is relatively simple. For outdoor murals in particular, weather can also play a big role in timeline, and should always be taken into account when planning a mural!
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When it comes to planning murals, I believe being thorough is better than being quick. My process starts with a fun, brainstormy conversation about general idea and, location permitting, a visit to the site (or at least a well taken photo). After I have more information, I will provide a rough quote, as well as a few written ideas. I accept payment in three stages: 25% upon beginning the project, 25% upon starting the actual mural, and 50% upon completion. After a deposit is paid, I will have rough sketches to show in 5-7 days. Once we have a direction, I will refine the idea and prepare it to be transferred to the wall, as well as collect and secure supplies for the project. I will then settle in and paint the mural as closely as I can to the decided upon design, and finally apply a sealant (if agreed upon). Like I said before, every mural is unique, but this is my general process for the murals that I design and paint!
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I absolutely can! I can also paint pre-designed, corporate designs when necessary.
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While a lot of thing can have an effect on how long a mural lasts, typically exterior murals can last between 10 and 20 years before needing touch ups, and interior murals can last 25+ years with proper care. Location, surface prep, are traffic, and paint quality are the biggest factors in mural longevity.
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Paying a deposit protects both the client and the muralist. A deposit means the client will secure a spot on the muralists’ schedule, and gives the muralist the space to begin sketching ideas and creating concepts. Usually I will provide a few written ideas up front, but in order to make sure I have the time to dedicate my full attention to the creative process, I do take a 25% deposit to being sketching.
Questions answered, or you have a few more?