Small Bathroom - Old World Plaster

Even though this bathroom was small - the awesome part was - it was empty! No sink, no toilet, completely empty. So, I was able to get the job done quickly and without having to reach over anything.


I know you can't tell in this picture, but I am actually 5 1/2 months pregnant. I am still trying to keep painting as long as I can or until I can't get up and down my ladder anymore.

The finish came out beautiful. I am actually working on a picture / video tutorial on how to do this finish, so stay tuned. We will be offering it on my buddy's site: www.thatpainterlady.com

Murals and Faux - Tips, Resources, & Ideas

I have been working hard on my new Murals and Faux blog. Check out the new logo! Here is a list of all the recent posts. Be sure to subscribe so you can get an email every time I add new posts.

Here is a list of Recent Posts:

• Metallic Ceiling Stencils
• Types of Tree Murals
• Color Washing - An Easy Faux Finish
• Stone Block Wall - Faux Finish
• How to Paint a Cloud Mural
• Window Frame Murals
• Nursery Tree Mural - How to
• Plaster Stamping
• Tuscan Landscape Murals
• Bas-Relief Plaster Murals
• Inspiring Nursery Mural Ideas
• Painted Stripes
• Fabulous Murals Above the Bed

Two Trees - Nursery Mural

This was a nice one day mural job. I enjoyed getting a break today, from my little ones at home, to be able to paint. This was done for a client in White Plains, NY - for her 4 month old daughter's nursery / bedroom. She wanted the trees to be a bit whimsical and not as realistic as my usual trees.

What a difference a couple simple trees can make in a room. They frame the window that faces the real trees in their yard outside. What a great way to bring the outdoors in.

I can't wait to see the room after the furniture is in and it is decorated.

My New Murals & Faux Blog

I decided to start a new Murals & Faux Finishing Blog focusing on Great Tips, Resources, and Painting Ideas. You can subscribe to the blog separately if you would like to get an email every time new posts are added. Check it out and let me know what you think so far. I always love to read your comments.

www.muralsandfaux.blogspot.com

Created a New Website for Artist Friend in Phoenix

Sheila Eastman of Eastman Art & Painting, LLC is a muralist & faux finisher out of Phoenix, Arizona. She contacted me through an international painter's forum, that we are both involved in, about possibly re-doing her website. I welcomed the challenge and for the past couple weeks we have been working together by phone and email and have come up with a great website that fits the needs of her business.

www.zartiststudio.com

Please let me know what you think! I may consider doing this on the side, especially now that I have a 3rd baby on the way (and it is something I can do it home). I started this interest, by creating my own website about a year ago. Feel free to check it out. www.surfaceswithpaint.com

Feel free to contact me through my website for a quote on re-doing your art or painting related website.

Stippling in Contemporary Kitchen

Stippling is a very soft finish that can be done in any color. Picking the right colors was quite a challenge because of all the neutral tones already in this room. The cabinets had a pink hue. The tile back splash & floor had taupes, beiges, and even tans. We went through several faux finish samples before we came up with something that would compliment the room instead of compete.




I use a wonderful stippling brush called the Leon Neon. I brush the glaze on with a 2 inch brush and then pat the glaze with the stipple brush, being careful to maintain and even and blended finish. Click here for more info on our main website.


Click here to order the Leon Neon Stippling Brush

Nautical Themed Mural

This was done for a nursery, occupied by 16 month old triplet boys. It was nice listening to all the action while I was painting. The client wanted a mural that the boys could grow with and enjoy for years to come. She was very pleased with the outcome.

We made changes to our website

We added a new Custom Paint Finishes page to our website. This page has many different options for Faux Paint Finishes, which include: explanation of the finishes, pictures of work that we have done under each category, and a Do It Yourself section with great resources and tips. Click Here to check it out.

Ocean Paradise Mural

I had the wonderful privilege of painting another mural for the Westchester ARC. They are a wonderful organization that takes care of the severely physically and mentally handicapped. They have several residential homes in Westchester County, NY where these individuals live and are cared for 24 hours a day. I was so blessed to be able to paint a mural for the living room of their Pound Ridge home. A mural adds so much life to a room. What a great place for these disabled individuals to go and relax.