Murals and Window Painting

“With more than 30 years of mural experience, we specialize in high-quality, professionally designed murals for businesses, public spaces, and private clients throughout the East Bay and beyond.”

Pricing can vary depeinding on the amount of time, the size of the team, level of experience, complexity of design, accessability, prep, travel times and supplies needed.

We make your wall or window come alive! Let us put together a nice rendering composition to show how it will appear on your wall. We paint windows and murals in Alameda and Oakland but can travel anywhere in the bay area for larger projects. Hire a local artist today!

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Small projects start as low as $400. We do beautiful hand-painted work. Hand-lettered signs, custom CNC lighted signs, indoor and outdoor displays, and permanent installations. Window painting with acrylic paint, indoor and outdoor murals, and street painting.

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Facade Grant Program

The City of Alameda’s Façade Grant Program provides business and property owners with matching grants to improve their storefronts and enhance the city’s retail districts. This means the City of Alameda will pay for 50% of a mural up to $30,000. Strike while the iron’s hot. This Facade Grant ends May 9th. *Note: This grant applies specifically to facade murals.

Mural Pricing

Mural cost varies, but a general rule of thumb is $10-$50 per square foot total cost. For large size projects (600 sq feet or larger) the cost per square foot may be lower. Factors that determine cost:

  • Size
  • Complexity
  • Accessibility
  • Equipment
  • Materials

Our minimum fee for a project is $400. This would cover a simple window design or small wall painting. Artists usually earn about $20 – $40 per hour.

We will provide a break down of materials, equipment rental, scaffolding (if needed), paint, sealer, labor, etc.

Contact us via email. Please leave a message and we get back to you asap! [email protected]

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The Local Alameda

Painted murals, window displays, window painting & more!

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References For Mural Pricing

Professional Mural Pricing

Every mural project is unique. Pricing is based on the size of the wall, design complexity, surface preparation required, travel, and installation conditions. With over 30 years of professional mural experience, our work falls into the master-level category of mural painting, meaning clients are investing in decades of expertise, durable materials, and a finished artwork designed to last for many years.

Our murals are created using professional-grade, archival paints and protective coatings to ensure long-term durability indoors and outdoors.

Typical Pricing Range

For most projects, mural pricing ranges between:

$50 – $100 per square foot

Highly detailed or technically complex murals may range higher depending on design complexity, surface challenges, or specialty finishes.

Example:
A 72 sq. ft. mural typically ranges between $4,950 – $10,500, including design, materials, and travel.


What Is Included

Our mural projects typically include the following components:

Design & Consultation

Every project begins with a design phase to develop the concept, composition, and color palette.

Typical design fees:
$250 – $500+

This ensures the mural fits the space, brand, and vision before painting begins.


Expert Painting & Installation

With more than three decades of mural experience, our work emphasizes:

• precision and efficient execution
• strong composition and visual impact
• proper surface preparation
• techniques that ensure long-term durability

Labor typically represents the largest portion of the project investment.


Professional Materials

We use premium, professional mural paints and archival protective coatings designed to withstand weather, UV exposure, and aging.

Typical materials cost:
$300 – $800 depending on project size

These materials significantly increase the lifespan and color stability of the artwork.


Travel & On-Site Work

Projects requiring daily travel are billed to account for transportation time and equipment setup.

Typical travel compensation:
$800 – $2,000 depending on project length and distance


Minimum Project Fee

Because every mural requires planning, design, and setup, most projects have a minimum project investment of $3,000 – $5,000, regardless of wall size.

This ensures adequate time is dedicated to design, preparation, and professional execution.


Why Experience Matters

When hiring a muralist with decades of experience, you are not just paying for the hours spent painting the wall.

You are investing in:

Efficiency
Experienced muralists often complete work faster and with fewer revisions because of refined techniques developed over decades.

Longevity
Proper surface preparation, professional pigments, and protective coatings can dramatically extend the life of a mural.

Professional Design
Years of design experience ensure the mural works within the architectural space and communicates the intended message clearly.

Quality Craftsmanship
The final result is a piece of public artwork designed to remain vibrant and visually impactful for many years.


Request a Quote

If you are interested in commissioning a mural, please contact us with:

• Wall dimensions
• Location of the project
• Photos of the wall or space
• A brief description of the concept or theme

We will be happy to discuss your project and provide an estimate.