Tobysart

I am an artist who sees the environment as a collage of intertwining 3D canvases. Artists (and you yourself) use light, color, texture, form, etc to compose the positive and negative spaces in which we live. What separates one artist from another is the different relationship each has with these elements of art. Designers adapt their art to the client’s needs and wants, learn what the client finds comforting, relaxing, exciting – what makes them smile. But, whether elaborate or Zen, the style and skill of the artist shows through. To view samples of my work, visit https://profiles.google.com/tobysart. I am intrigued by depth and dimension and always mindful of transitions in color, style, flow and purpose; the interaction of what man installs with how nature casts its shadows. I would rather rejuvenate or resuscitate than discard. A tree gifted its life to a person who transformed its function. Each object has a history that might well be preserved by repurposing, repainting, repairing or simply relocating the item already in your possession. Every finish, every mural, every design is unique. I do not wish to duplicate my own work or the work of others. You and I will work together to find what pleases you, and with your approval, I ask that the work be permitted to evolve as it comes to life. I do my own sketches and specialized painting and will work with the appropriate artisans to bring to fruition any suggested structural modifications, furniture, curtain or landscape design. My prices vary based primarily on degree of simplicity versus complexity. I charge $100 per hour for consultations. If the consult is in preparation for hands on work, the fee will be applied toward the total price. An estimate will be given when the project is defined. The perimeters of the project can then be restricted or enhanced to provide you with as much as you’d dreamed of that falls within your budget. Note that I am giving my best guess as to difficulty and timelines. The price will go unchanged if I’ve underestimated my time. However, a request for significant changes will affect the price. My goal is to place you in your ultimate environment, whatever that might be. Budget restrictions may limit some options but they need not prevent your space from becoming more functional, soothing or exciting – from becoming you.