Process
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CONVERSATION by email or phone – tell me what you want, what size, desired start date, deadline, work hours, etc. I'm always happy to come over to hear what you have in mind, see the space where you would like the mural to be, and take measurements. So, don't be shy about requesting free on-site appointment.
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WRITTEN QUOTE and AGREEMENT – Based on the details gathered, I'll give you a written price quote for you to review and sign.
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SKETCH FEE and PROCESS – This fee is due prior to the commencement of the sketch process. Every mural I do is designed on paper first. I offer the client the ability to pay just for the sketches first. There is a limit of up to 3 sketches (2 sets of changes), and then you'll be charged extra for each additional sketch beyond that.
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MURAL DEPOSIT – A 50% deposit is due two weeks prior to start date of painting (this allows ordering of supplies and scheduling.) Full balance is due on the final day of completion.
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PAINTING – After the sketch is approved and the mural deposit is paid, the actual painting begins! On average, it takes about 1-5 days to complete a mural (it all depends on the size and level of detail of the mural).
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FINAL PAYMENT – A final payment at completion of the mural.
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PROTECTIVE COAT (optional and costs extra) - Once the mural is done and the paint has dried out, I will apply a colorless coat of protective finish which will help preserve the mural. I recommend having a protective coat for kids mural, dining and high traffic areas.
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SATISFACTION - I'm dedicated to making the painting so awesome and the process so smooth for you that you are compelled to tell everyone you know!
Maurine W. posted on houzz:
"Tamara painted a mural on our daughter bedroom wall and we love it. She was very professional, easy to work with and worked with our ideas/input seamlessly. We had an idea in our head and she made it into a reality. Our daughter is in love with the mural and is proud to show it to friends/family that come to visit. I would highly recommend Tamara for any type of mural...her work is impeccable and amazing!!!"
Jonah N. posted on yelp:
"Tamara did an amazing job on our Winnie the Pooh nursery. The whole process of getting started with the mural was so smooth. Tamara came to our house for the initial consultation and based on the room measurements, she provided us with a quote. She then provided us with a preliminary sketch of the room and we had some creative discussions. The actual painting of the room took about 5 days and it came out better than we could have ever dreamed. It was amazing to see how the room transformed after each day. The detail and artistry truly can't be fully captured in the pictures. Our friends and family cannot believe how much detail was captured in the mural. Our twin boys are so lucky to sleep in a nursery as beautiful as this one is. They will enjoy this room for years to come. Tamara was so friendly and professional with the entire process. She was open to any ideas we had but she had so much creativity to come up with this specific design. We are so thankful to have found Tamara and hope to use her services again some day in the future."
Paradis. posted on yelp:
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"We contacted Tamara to work on a very large mural for our children's playroom. When we first discussed the project, I had a theme in mind but did not feel like it was the best idea, I just wanted it done. Tamara came, saw the space and gave us an amazing design that I was just thrilled about. As soon as we met her, we knew she was someone we would love to work with. She is very thoughtful about her work: she considers perspective, lighting, function and other elements of the design that, as a non-artist, I never would have thought of. During the project, she was so easy to work with. She was patient when I made requests and extremely open to discussing new ideas or making changes. The project went so smoothly, she finished so quickly and she was extremely neat about the work. It was a pleasure to watch it come to fruition. Our children are absolutely in love with their playroom of course. What's more surprising is that adults love to be in the room as well. Which I know is a testament to Tamara's design, consideration of perspective and her careful, meticulous painting that truly make the mural a work of art. We absolutely, wholeheartedly, enthusiastically recommend Tamara!
BTW, please go to her website to see our awesome playroom, it's the one with the Seattle skyline."
willow tree mural in the kids bedroom
willow tree kids room
willow tree kids room
willow tree mural in the kids bedroom
Freya posted on thumbtack:
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"Tamara was perfect....she worked hard the entire time she was at the house, was flexible with design changes and working with me. She sent me daily updates and pictures of progress everyday, and responded promptly and friendly to all my communication. She also later got in touch with me to see how my children reacted and like their new rooms to follow up. Her artwork really made their new rooms their own, which helps tremendously with the transition of moving."