MURALS
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7 Steps to Commissioning Your Perfect Portrait - This is a blog post I wrote that will help you make some decisions about your artwork. It's geared toward portraits, but much of the information can pertain to murals as well.
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What to Expect When Working With Me - And here's some information about what to expect throughout the process.
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Mural pricing is influenced by a number of factors including, but not limited to:
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Size: How many square feet (length x width) will the painting cover?
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Design: Is this a simple logo or a detailed painting?
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Location: Is it to be done indoors on a reachable wall or 20 feet up the side of a building?
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Geographic Location: Will I need to travel more than an hour to get to the mural site?
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Materials: Can this be done with basic latex paint or does it require special supplies like gold leaf or sealants?
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Surface: Does the surface have a coat of paint already or is it completely raw?
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Working Conditions: Will I be working in an air-conditioned office or outside in the heat?
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A very general price list is included below. Your project may fall into one or between any two of these categories, depending on the factors outlined above.
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THE PROCESS
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The initial consultation is free. We can discuss your project over the phone, through e-mail or in person. I will need information such as the items listed above. I may do a some very basic sketches or mockups to determine the intricacy of your desired design.
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Once I have a clear understanding of what you are looking for, I will send a Proposal that includes the pricing and other information. If the price is acceptable, you will send back the signed agreement.
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I will then send an Invoice for your 50% deposit. Payment options are listed on the invoice.
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With the Invoice, I will send a Commission Agreement that outlines all financial and legal details surround the transaction.
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When I receive your payment and signed Commission Agreement, I will provide detailed drawings/designs. A design fee may apply.
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When we've agreed on a final design, I will purchase any necessary items required to complete your mural.
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I will communicate with you to pick a time and date to begin the project.
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Any furniture or other items blocking the area to be painted, must be moved out of the way before I can begin painting.
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Throughout the process, I will share progress photos with you to ensure that the project is headed in the right direction.
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Once complete, the remaining 50% is due.
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When the final payment is received, I will provide you with a receipt and a Maintenance Form outlining the products used and proper maintenance of your mural.
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In many cases, I will record a time lapse video of my work and post it on YouTube. If I am able to do this for your project, I will send you the link.
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ADDITIONAL FEES
Additional fees that may affect your quote include:
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Basic supplies that may include paint, drop plastic, tins for touch-up paint, brushes, roller covers, sealant, cleaners, tape, etc. (to be assessed per project)
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Scaffolding rental, delivery and assembly if your mural is higher than 10 feet or is otherwise difficult to reach. (usually around $100/day, depending on height)
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Mileage fees for any travel exceeding a 2-hour round trip from my studio in Denton, TX. ($0.50/mile over 2 hours for a round trip; assessed for each trip to the mural location)
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Lodging and meals if the project is to span more than 3 days and exceeds a 3-hour round trip from my studio in Denton, TX. (based on local rates)
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Design fee may be assessed if new artwork or digital mockups are required. No design fee will apply if you provide finished designs or artwork. (rate varies between $250 and $1,000) Rate includes up to 3 initial designs and 3 revisions of one design. Additional revisions are available for $150 each.
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If the surface does not have a base coat of paint (such as raw brick or cement), extra time and materials will be needed to complete the base coat. (rate varies based on size and material)
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For minor wall patching and repairs, I will complete these at a cost of time and materials. For extensive repairs, I will subcontract someone to fix these items before I begin the mural.
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Design modifications or additions made after the design has been accepted and work begun, may incur additional fees, depending on the scope of the changes.
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