Let's talk about your project! We can correspond over email, meet in person or chat over the phone to discuss your vision, as well as the location, scale and any other unique aspects of your project. If it feels like a good fit, and you want to move forward with the design process, I'll also gather exact dimensions, photos and other details that will help me provide accurate mockups and quotes.

Depending on your design ideas, I will create one or more mockups for you to see. I may use hand drawn sketches, hand painted elements, photos, or a combination of these to give an idea of composition, color, and style. We will discuss your reactions, and then I will incorporate any feedback into revisions as needed before agreeing on a final design. 

As much as possible, I like to start with a surface that is clean, whole, and structurally sound. I spot clean by hand and ensure the surface is completely dry before taping off and priming with a suitable primer. 

I can also make small additional preparations, such as patching nail holes or sanding a previously finished surface. However, I will typically ask that any significant repairs, pressure washing, or other unique preparations be handled separately before I begin working.

The fun part! I typically use acrylic or latex paint rated for either interior or exterior application, and apply using roller, brushes or other techniques. I may mix my own colors, or use premixed colors. 

Depending on location and type of paint used, sealant coats may be needed to protect the work from water, hard use, and/or UV penetration. After the project is sealed, I’ll provide any last instructions and care tips and clean up the project site. Time to enjoy your painting!