murals portfolio
Nick attended the Moscow Children's Art School, then studied graphic design at Moscow Polygraphic Institute. He worked as an iconographer under Moscow Patriarch and painted murals for churches in Russia and the Ukraine. From 1992 to 1994 he participated in mural paintings in St. Nicholas Cathedral in Washington, DC. After that, he painted religious frescoes in the Central Cathedral in Ussurisk in Far East Russia, near Vladivostok. He also participated in creating murals for the French Foreign Legion in Paris, France. He has painted numerous murals in private homes and apartments in Moscow, Russia.
Rob has illustrated more than 20 picture books and also works in commercial design and illustration. He represents Nick and assists on site.
The frescoes and murals you see on this website are shown to represent technique. A number of them are religious, commissioned by churches. However, we do not consider ourselves religious painters. Neither do we limit ourselves to copying classic art, although a popular request.
We will paint murals any size, on any topic, religious or secular, realistic or surreal, serious or humorous, anywhere in your home or business. We can incorporate portraits of family members into a mural. In summary, we can copy great works of art, or create original art in accordance to your requests, interiors, exteriors, and specifications.
PRICING
Murals range in price based on factors including size, complexity, and labor. Prices average $50 per square foot, minimum cost is $700. Ceilings are charged at $75 per square foot. Price includes initial consultation, sketches, painting, and materials. Price does not include travel, lodging or scaffolding rental (costs to be determined and agreed upon before project begins).
*** SUMMER SPECIAL *** 25% off normal prices through September 30, 2007
We can come to your space to discuss the project, or we can do it initially by e-mail with photographs, ideas, size specifications of the space, etc. We then provide a quote. If you are satisfied with it, a $150 non-refundable deposit is then due. (This price may vary depending on the complexity of the mural.) We then come up with a sketch for each mural, accomodating your interests and ideas together with our suggestions based on the character of your space. Upon signed approval, 50% of the fee is deposited before work begins, and 50% balance due upon completion. The $150.00 deposit will be applied toward the project. For large commissions, installments may be preferred and will be agreed upon in advance. If there are any changes made by the client during the project that were not previously discussed, additional charges may apply.