Murals By Renick - Houston & Surrounding Areas

Serves Lake Jackson, TX

35244

Hired 49 times

1 employee

18 years in business

Not yet available

4.9

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Tom Renick
Completed on 7/10/2020

Introduction

Experience, ability and versatility: these allow me to create various styles and a high quality mural, while offering faux finishing, decorative painting, hand lettering and commissioned artwork. I've been working in commercial art throughout my life and have worked as an illustrator for the State of Florida, a graphic designer for Gannett Newspaper, a theatrical set designer--now I create huge works of art...I'm blessed! What do I love about my job? Meeting new customers and creating new things. One day I'm working on a large mural, the next day I'm painting a small mural, and the next week I'm faux finishing or hand lettering. I love the variety of my job...each job is as unique as the customers I create them for. When I'm finished, I get to enjoy the response of my customer!

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

I want to work with customers to stay within budget, so knowing what you have to spend can be very helpful. Once I ask a few questions then I'm ready to provide a solid price based on the project. A price based on the project is absolutely the best way to go because the customer knows EXACTLY what the project will cost from the beginning and the price will not change, unless the customer adds to or changes the scope of the project.

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

First, respond to their request through Thumbtack, and include some samples of my work. I always ask to speak to them by phone, however, text can work but takes more effort for the customer. I like the phone because I can ask my questions quickly, the customer and I can clarify details more concisely, and a quote can be developed very fast. Also, the customer can tell a lot about me during the call based on my demeanor and the quality of questions that I ask.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I have a bachelor's degree in art education that includes lots of studio art classes as well as training in art history. Additionally, I have worked as a commercial artist, an illustrator, a draftsman, a theatrical set builder, and a fine artist throughout my life. All of these experiences, coupled with 14 years of mural painting makes me who I am.

How did you get started doing this type of work?

When I was in first grade I used to tape pieces of paper together to create a picture. By the time I was in third grade I was creating works of art as large as 4' tall. I've always loved creating large artwork, and mural painting allows me to do just that. I guess large art is in my blood.

What types of customers have you worked with?

Residential and commercial murals, including churches, schools, home builders, interior designers, architects, and even cowboys. My customers are looking for hand lettering, small and large murals, faux finishing, 3D objects (e.g. treehouses and crayons), and decorative artwork, like faux and stenciling. Some of my commercial accounts include national products, entertainment complexes, as well as national and prominent hotel chains.

Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?

I just finished a school mural where I worked with another artist (who is a former Marvel Comic Book artist) to develop one-of-a-kind characters. He produced the mural layout and I executed it at the school; it took two weeks to create. The mural was a "first" for me and my co-artist allowed me to offer a new product that had previously not been possible. I'm excited about it because I think it's an ideal product for schools, doctor's and dentist's offices, as well as churches.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

Seek out someone that has talent and someone that you feel comfortable around. Review their portfolio look for artwork that you really appreciate in quality and style. Take a look at the artist' Thumbtack reviews and look for someone that you can be confident in.

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

What do I want to accomplish with your mural? What kind of style would you like it painted in? How big do you want the mural? What is my budget?