Here are examples of Decorative Painting / Faux Finishes carried out in Ireland, UK, Europe and USA since I took up brushes in 1989, when the revival in this trade / art came about due to renewed interest in the old ‘handmade’ or ‘craft’ approach.
Murals & Trompe L'Oeil
Murals
Interior
Murals
Exterior
Trompe L’Oeil
Illusion Painting
Children’s Murals
From painted Marble and Wood known to ancient Egyptians and Greeks to Murals perfected by the Pompeian’s and Renaissance Italians.
Wall Finishes
Wall Finishes
Residential
Wall Finishes
Commercial
Wall Finishes
Abstract Designs
Wall Finishes
Exterior
These finishes have their fashions but are constantly developing to suit the time. Colourwashes with their abstract appeal, when applied boldly for an Irish pub or with subtlety to give a soft chic feel to a domestic interior or multiple distressed finishes which rely on visually textural qualities as much as colour for their interest and impart a sharp sophisticated effect for an office boardroom or reception feature wall.
Faux Finishes
Faux Finishes
Marble (Faux Marbre)
Faux Finishes
Wood Graining (Faux Bois)
Faux Finishes
Stone (Faux Pierre)
Faux Finishes
Metalic (Verdi Gris)
Ultimately it allows the Architect/Designer/Client control and unique hands on approach over the look of the final finish.
Ornamental Painting & Stencils
Furniture
Misc
Custom Finishes
Stucco Pasto (Plaster Finish)
Exhibitions
Plan Expo – Homes & Gardens
Work in Focus
Michelangelo’s Creation