Commercial Mural – a real Trompe L’Oeil

See detailed pictures here: http://www.artcomm.us/murals/courtreporters.htm

Courtroom Mural

This is the lobby of the company Personal Court Reporters in Van Nuys, greater Los Angeles.
Do you ask yourself if the connecting door to the old court room is real or not?
The old court room is after the court room of the “Whaley House”  in San Diego - the authentic haunted house of the USA.

If you want a Trompe L’ Oeil  for your office  or home send me an email or go to my website www.artcomm.us .

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Posted in 3D Mural, Business mural, Commercial Murals, Courtroom Mural, Entry area Murals, Faux Finish Art, Figurative Murals, Mural for offices, Realistic Mural, Trompe L'Oeil Mural

How to refinish the hallway railing

Faux Finish for Hallway Railings

Is your home all white? In the 70s it was very trendy to paint everyting in the house white – the walls, the bathrooms, the railings, the windows – just everything.

I figured it is a lack of contrast, right? So where do you start in changing it?  Sure you can paint the walls and the trims. But what about the railings and doors and windows?

I was hired to refinish the hallway railing in a “white house” and suggested an espresso brown for the railing.

First you would sand the wood and paint it with a primer. When it is dry you add the first color:  a chocolate brown. Let it dry. Mix the glaze, it needs to be one tone darker. Add the glaze and let it dry. Mix another glaze and add some water to it, it should not be very thick.  Use the glaze until all white spots are gone but the wooden  structure would shine through. Finally seal it.  Does this sound complicated? I hope not. You always have the chance to contact me, in case you have a “white house” and need some contrast. Happy painting.

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admin, February 24th 2010 | Tags: , , , , , , , ,
Posted in Asian Mural, Faux Finish Art, Faux finishes, Furniture faux finish, Hallway Mural, Hallway Murals, Home Decor, Refinished Furniture

Beach Mural for Kids

Beach Mural

This beautiful pastell colored beach mural was done for  a cute little girl.

It was going around all four walls and has an umbrella, a sand castle, a surf board and palm trees.

Isn’t it charming? A beach mural is very fun for children and a very cute theme. It can be combined with almost every furniture color.

if you want to see more pictures and for an estimate go to www.boysandgirlsmurals.com
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Posted in Beach Murals, Children's Murals, Murals for children, Nature Mural, Nursery Murals

Headboard Painting

Hand painted Headboard

This customized headboard got  acomplete new look with the romantic French Country style painting.

Blue pansies are holding the robbon at the corners and make a great contrast to the dark wood.

I can practically paint anything you like on a headboard or piece of furniture.

Call 818-470 2932 if you want to get more information or if you have any questions.

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admin, January 22nd 2010 | Tags: , , , , , , ,
Posted in Floral Murals, French Country Home Decor, French Mural, French style Mural, Furniture, Furniture Painting, Refinished Furniture, Romantic Murals

Whimsical Border for a Nursery or Kids Room

Border for Nursery
Border for Nursery

The border was part of a London Mural I did for a nursery in Encino.

The parents married in London and that was the reason to get some typical London themes such as a red bus, Harrods or the Tube.

The walls were painted in a light burberry brown which is a British color.

The whimsical characters were from a book called “This is London” from the 50s.

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Posted in Bedroom Murals, City Murals, Murals for children, Nursery Murals

Hallway Faux finish – Espresso brown railing

faux finished hallway railing
faux finished hallway railing

This railing was white as almost everything in this home.

To add some contrast my client and I decided to faux finish the railing and give it a warm espresso brown. This was a great idea. The hallway looks completely different now! It is very stylish!
If you are thinking of remodelling your hallway but don’t want to buy a new railing, this is the alternative.

It is less expensive, not messy at all and can be done in a short time. No annoying construction delays and errors – it will be a smooth transition.

Call 818 470 2932 for a free estimate.

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Posted in Faux Finish Art, Faux finishes, Hallway Murals, Home Decor, Refinished Furniture

Dining table in Shabby Chic, French Country Style

Dining table French Country Style

This table is a Must See indeed!

I restored this table made out of solid wood and decided to give it a very special look. I chose the legendary and beautiful French Fleur den Lyss symbol  and hand painted it in the middle of the table.

Dining table details

The table has 2 extension leaves.

Call 818 470 2932 for an appointment.

Local pick up in Glendale only.
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admin, November 20th 2009 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Posted in Fleur de Lis Decor, French Country Home Decor, Furniture, Furniture Painting, Furniture faux finish, Home Decor, Refinished Furniture, Shabby Chic Furniture, shabby chic