Contracting a Mural
Firehouse
What Does the Process of Contracting a Mural Look Like?
We've been doing murals for five years now and, in doing so, we've developed a fine-tuned process that is both efficient and consistently delivers professional results.
Here's an Overview:
Consultation
Goal: To work together to develop a vision for your mural.
This is the initial phase of the mural process. This is where clients reach out to let us know they are interested in having a mural painted as well as any questions or concerns they have.
These consultations can be over the phone or in person and you're under no obligation at this stage. We're simply collaborating on a vision. We'll discuss the best options for your space, the timeframe you have in mind, and address any of your concerns.
Here's a list of things that will help speed up the process and ensure we understand exactly what it is you have in mind for your mural:
A picture(s) of the space where you would like the mural painted.
The measurements of the space.
Photos of inspiration of what you would like in the space. The next step of the process is much smoother if you bring us reference photos of other murals, photos, or ideas you have in mind.
Once you decide you would like to schedule a consultation, simply reach out to Alejandro at (325)340-5742 or email us here.
Getting Your Quote
Goal: To deliver you with a transparent payment process.
Once we have consulted, we will then put together a quote for your mural and send it back to you.
In order to book our services, you will need to pay the 20% deposit so we can get started ordering the materials for your mural.
After we receive your deposit, we will add your mural to our schedule and we will begin drafting your mural.
Drafting Your Mural
Goal: To create a digital blueprint of your mural.
The drafting process is where we take the vision we have created together and alchemize it into a tangible rendering for you to see!
Using Procreate, we will create a blueprint for ourselves that allows us to take action and paint your mural with precision.
During this process, we will keep in touch with you, ensuring that you are happy with the mural as it is developed and making any changes necessary before we get started.
Doodle Grid
Goal: To lay down a grid on the mural's surface to ensure precision.
A doodle grid is our preferred method for starting a mural. This method is a cost-effective technique that artists use to map out their design on a chosen surface without using either a ruler or a projector.
Rather than measuring out a precise grid or tracing a projected shape, which has a large margin for error and is time-consuming, the doodle grid method consists of shapes, letters, numbers, and other designs drawn onto a wall or canvas at random (don't be surprised to see a couple of our cats in the doodle grid!).
These “doodles” serve as an anchor, creating reference points for the digital blueprint of your mural, ensuring that the final product turns out well scaled, proportional, and as you envisioned.
Don't worry! As chaotic as a doodle grid may look, it's only the primer. The entire doodle grid will be covered at the end of the mural.
Painting Your Mural
Goal: To create your mural!
Here's the fun part! Now, you will get to see your mural come to life.
We will be working diligently through each stage of the blueprint to deliver the vision we have created together.
As we work, we will keep you updated with our progress as well as insuring we maintain a clean workspace, taking special care not to disturb or allow our paints and materials to end up in places they ought not be!
Usually, we will break down our materials and take them with us as we work each session, but, again, we will keep you in the loop as we work.
Protecting Your Mural
Goal: To ensure the longevity of your investment.
In addition to using premium paints, we will seal your mural to protect it from both weather and wear.
Project Completion
Goal: To complete the project so you can enjoy your new work of art!
Once the mural is complete, the remaining 80% of the balance will be due.
We are able to take payment in:
Cash
Check
Credit or debit
Cash App
Venmo
Paypal
We are happy to provide a final invoice for independent school districts or businesses who need them for any tax purposes.
After we complete the project, we will take some photos for our social media and portfolio before we say goodbye. We are happy to tag you or your business if you would like!