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Alternative to Animal Hair... - General
artgirl - 2 replies | Posted on Monday, October 08, 2007 @ 11:27:33 AM
Hi, I'm a complete newbie (as in I've never done a commercial window!). I am preparing to purchase my beginner startup kit and would like to know if anyone has suggestions for a SYNTHETIC striping brush. I've checked out the Mack brushes.. and, yes, they do look great. However, I'm kind of bothered by using animal hair brushes, as they are taken from the pelt (hide or skin) of an animal. (Not to mention my cats will go APE over smelling a natural hair brush in my house! I'm not kidding- they have dug paintbrushes out of boxes before and dragged them all over the house like toys!).
Thanks for any suggestions, I really appreciate it! :) | | |
what type of paint - General
Deb Stoltenberg - One reply | Posted on Thursday, October 04, 2007 @ 3:03:02 PM
I have been doing windows for about 5 years and have had some problems with the floresant paint(acrylic and tempera). Do I need to use white as a base color? then put the floresant color over it, seams like I have to put 3 or more coats and then it seams light. Any suggestions. www.oysterments.com | | |
Painting on a window with full sun - General
Janet Kellum - One reply | Posted on Wednesday, October 03, 2007 @ 5:22:40 AM
Hello!!
I will be painting on a window that is in direct sun and does not have much of an overhang - suggestions? Also, do you ever use any gloss/varnish over paint to punch it up/ I will be using Tempura paints
Thanks !
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POST YOUR PICTURES!!!!! - General
cindy kittinger - No replies yet | Posted on Tuesday, August 28, 2007 @ 11:59:56 PM
Hi, Cindy here again,
Please post some of your pictures, I am tired of seeing mine!!
cindy
art2ya.com | | |
Help for your window painting needs!!!! - General
cindy kittinger - No replies yet | Posted on Tuesday, August 28, 2007 @ 11:38:09 PM
Hi there, Cindy here from art2ya.com
It's been awhile since I have checked in. I have been a window painter in Colorado for (can you believe it) 30 Years!! If you need any tips, let me know. I am the one who uses the 'One Shot' paint.
I was a single mom and I raised 2 girls with the window painting being my only job. It is possible to make a good living with this.
Every job is different and an adventure.
Happy painting to all of you!
You can also contact me at art2ya@comcast.net
Blessings-Cindy | | |
Curious - General
SHARON RENE KOLBUSS - 3 replies | Posted on Monday, August 20, 2007 @ 12:03:17 AM
I am a stay-at-home, artistic mom who is VERY interested in this line of work. I want to be able to use my talents, and not work a full time job that takes me away from my family. Can anyone tell me what the initial cost and supplies are for entering this field? What is a good reference guide for a first-timer? Thanks for any advice!!! | | |
Window Painting DVD - General
Theresa Schacht - 2 replies | Posted on Wednesday, April 18, 2007 @ 12:36:49 AM
Hi,My name is Theresa Who is the lady that I bay learn & buy this DVD from does any one know how I can learn or get started.PLEEZ help it really looks like fun!!!! | | |
First Time - General
Amber - 3 replies | Posted on Sunday, March 18, 2007 @ 5:29:49 AM
Hi! I have done window painting before, but I have a client who wants me to paint a permanent sign on the INSIDE of her windows to be viewed from outside. Any advice on the method I shouls use (I know I would have to paint in reverse), or the paint I should use? Please help!
Thanks! | | |
Tips needed on design - General
Beth - 3 replies | Posted on Saturday, March 10, 2007 @ 8:23:34 PM
I have been painting for many years and did some windows for my husband's business this year. I am also in a Yahoo group called paint slingers and have gotten some info from them. I am now actually going to try to start getting some paying customers. I am concerned about designs. The painters I have talked to say don't let the customer pick a design but I need to know what they want. Some course they may not know. I was thinking of an idea sketch book or something. Can someone give me pointers? | | |
Glad I Found This Site - General
Anonymous - 5 replies | Posted on Saturday, February 03, 2007 @ 10:31:44 AM
This is a very helpful site, I have been in the business for over 20 years. There is a very wide range of window art and signage around the country. It is a great form of advertising. | | |
wow finally i found a spot that talks about window painting - General
jodi - 6 replies | Posted on Wednesday, January 31, 2007 @ 2:55:13 AM
i did some window painting years ago, but have recently started it up again...i have been looking for a sight that talks about it (methods, paints,ect...)finally i found you. i am so excited i can't wait to show off some of my ideas to pple who appricate them...i did several windows over christmas first ones i did here in oregon...lived in hawaii for 24 years...so had to come up with a way to make extra cash...started by doing my own for halloween >>>stupid me didn't get any pictures<<< but several pple saw them and start to ask how much, how long ect...and it took off from there...i want to thank the lady i seen painting windows in salem i stopped and picked her brain she was awesome and gave me a lot of pointers...she was so cool she said there was enough windows for everyone so she didn't mind giving me pointers...thanks to her i am off and running.. | | |
starting out - General
thomas hibbeler - 2 replies | Posted on Saturday, December 30, 2006 @ 11:35:56 AM
first i would like to say.....wow, what a great site. Just spent a few hours looking over this site and I think i found what i'm looking for. I love art, i draw A LOT, have been told many times by friends and family to do something with it. I was thinking about airbrushing or doing tattoos but i think this is it. So my question is this. If you could give someone a list that he/she would need to start out with, what would it be? Thanks!
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To: Newbie, From: Newbie - General
Rachael Smith - 5 replies | Posted on Thursday, December 28, 2006 @ 5:22:15 AM
I have just recently become aware of this exciting career. I have not started yet, right now I am collecting as much information as possible. I have run across several good websites (this one is my favorites) reguarding this career and wanted to share them with anyone else who is needing help/insight.
Here are some websites of fellow window artists, some of them have articles, or offer instructional dvds/books: barbersigns.com, art2ya.com, carolinapaints.com, hollyberry.lyndelo.com, windowjeannie.com (excellent kit for sale), onestroke.net, windowwoman.com, learn2paintsigns.com, signshop.com/pdf/sbi60_peterman_130.pdf (good article), windowefx.com, and fastwaysigns.com.
I hope this can be helpful to some of you out there, and by all means, let me know of any websites you know of! The tips I have read on this websites by all the veterans have really been the key to having a better understanding of what I need to do. Thanks a million! I'm still not fully grasping what needs to be done step-by-step, and I need to get better at lettering & cartooning, so I think I'm going to purchase that kit from windowjeannie.com. | | |
Help with Lettering - General
Anonymous - One reply | Posted on Sunday, December 10, 2006 @ 10:25:32 AM
Hello, I just started painting windows. I have painted my thrid window, and its so much fun . I have a question about lettering I'am not to good at this I'm sure with a little practice I will get better. I have to paint a doggie day care with lettering and she wants the dogs to be sitting on a couch. Ok, heres my questions!
1 ) should I use stencils for the lettering or just cut out letters and trace around them.( any advice )
2) I outlined my drawing on large paper, which I will place on the inside of the window to paint on the outside. Should I paint the couch first and then the dogs over the painted couch. or paint the dogs and try to paint around them.. will this look ok.. has anyone done this before.. THANKS I would sincerely appreciate some assistance.. Thank you.
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My first job! - more info - General
Karen Dietzius - No replies yet | Posted on Monday, November 27, 2006 @ 2:17:31 AM
I forgot to mention that I painted this from the inside, since his shop is not in a great area and would probably get mauled. So the black outline had to be perfect. He didn't care how it looked from the inside (which was good, that would be really difficult!). However, the painting is in competition with the reflection of the buildings across the street. That's the only bummer. | | |
My first job! - General
Karen Dietzius - 3 replies | Posted on Monday, November 27, 2006 @ 2:02:51 AM
This message board doesn't seem very active, but it is the only one I can find about window painting, and I've gotten so much great advice from this site.
Anyways, I had my very first window painting job EVER on Friday. He absolutely loved it. He's already planning for window #2. I charged a flat fee of $50. However, it took me a VERY long time to complete it (too embarrassing to admit how long). Because the sun was shining directly into the window, I had to cover the outside, and put two coats of paint on it, because the sun was creating a transparency. Was this the right thing to do? He also had an awkward window, so I was up and down on my knees constantly, and I'm still feeling the pain today :) (Next time: knee pads!)
I used craft acrylics, and they worked great. I got these thin, flat brushes that seemed to just push the paint to the sides, so I stuck with my old brushes. I think the part that took the longest was trying to create a straight edge with the brush for a nice, clean outline. Although it did take five hours (okay, I'll admit it now), the end result looked pretty darn good. And my client was very excited, which was ultimately my desire to begin with!
If anyone has any advice in regard to brushes, sun, how many coats, etc. I would appreciate it. Thanks! | | |
New to this and NEED HELP!! Please :) - General
cyndi davis - 2 replies | Posted on Wednesday, July 19, 2006 @ 1:31:35 AM
Hello all,
I am a fellow artist and wanting to get into my own business of window and mural painting. Over the years I have painted some windows with regular tempra and didn't love the look or coverage. I see some people on here metioning the use to acrylic. Is this typical? Can anyone give me advice on the best type of paints (for hot and cold weather) and what are the best type of brushes to buy? Is there a website with the supplies that anyone recomends? I am planning on offering to remove the artwork as well so does anyone have a way to remove this stuff with less mess?
I would greatly appreciate any help as my carpal tunnel is getting worse (I am a dog groomer and can no longer handle the dogs and need to care for my daughter and I) and the sooner I can begin this new chapter of my life the better for my family and I.
Thank you in advance.
Cyndi
Please email me personaly if you believe you can help as well. Cyndi61105@yahoo.com | | |
HELP! HELP! HELP! - General
CJ - No replies yet | Posted on Sunday, July 02, 2006 @ 1:30:37 PM
Last year my son started a business without benefit of a loan and so he had no money to spare and still doesn't. The storefront windows had been scratched into rather badly and so I camo painted them for him. Here is the problem, the paint stuck in some areas but not in others. I am going to redo the windows for him but need advice on how. I used the cheapest spray paint I could find because I had to cover a lot of area and like I said it worked great in most areas but not all. It is on the outside and the weather in the summer is about 104 degrees and in the winter it gets very wet and about 40 degrees. The area is very dusty and so needs to be hosed down once in a while. Some qustions I have are: why did the paint stick in some areas and not others, should I use some kind of primer, what is the least expensive way to do this right, etc, etc, etc
Thank you for any help,
CJ | | |
general - General
mark wixler - No replies yet | Posted on Tuesday, February 21, 2006 @ 4:13:18 AM
what are the best paints to use in colder weater 40 degees or so,will i have problems with it weatering by summer becouse of the climit change,or should i wait on the job]
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GETTING STARTED AS A WINDOW ARTIST - General
Pamela Mackinnon - 4 replies | Posted on Friday, August 26, 2005 @ 8:11:50 AM
Hi,
i am an artistic person with experience in oils, acrylics, sketching etc. could you tell me how i would get started as an artist who does hand painted window designs..............? thanks
Pam MacKinnon | | |
Getting Started - General
Cher - One reply | Posted on Thursday, August 04, 2005 @ 10:49:29 PM
Hello all.. I am interested in getting started painting windows. I have been reading everything I can find on this terrific site. I have a question about one shot enamels and how one removes them from the windows?
I understand there are alternatives to using the one shot, but I am not sure what they would be. Excuse me I mean there are alternatives with the staying power of one shot, but are other brands.
I would sincerely appreciate some assistance..
Thank you. | | |
New to the site - General
Cher - 6 replies | Posted on Tuesday, August 02, 2005 @ 5:01:46 AM
Hello, wanted to introduce myself and say hello.
I am interested in learning more about painting windows and found this terrific site.
I am a painter, but have never tried painting windows. Just sort of a duh. I have been looking for ideas and patterns just to get a feel of this new format for me.
I am going to approach my first customer to see if they would be interested in having their window painted. May have to be a free one, but what the heck.
Look forward to hearing from you all.
From what I have seen, some pretty impressive work being done.
Cher
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Permanent Glass Paints - General
WindowPainting.org - No replies yet | Posted on Thursday, December 09, 2004 @ 1:21:00 PM
The Pébéo Porcelaine bake on paints are lasting and water based with beautiful translucent colors.
Bake in your own oven, I have used these on metal; ceramic and glass so have my Children all with great results!
Pébéo Vitrea 160 is a permanent paint, read about it here.
http://www.pebeo.com/us/
Ditto Delta Air-Dry PermEnamel which does not require Bakeing!
A bit more complex to work (not suitable for young children).
http://www.deltacrafts.com/Paint/PermEnamel/techniques/techGuide.asp
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posting pictures - General
Anonymous - 4 replies | Posted on Tuesday, December 07, 2004 @ 9:43:55 PM
Hi! I'm new at painting windows. I had the idea last year around Christmas when a lady came into our office and painted a design on the window. It took her about 30 to 40 minutes, and she walked off with $50 bucks! I was impressed. I knew I could do as good a job or better (I've been painting for years), and I could make some much needed Christmas money too. So, all year it's crossed my mind... I was browsing the internet a couple of months ago, and came across this site... I read the entire library section and got excited about it again. The first thing I did was to pull out my acrylics and paint a design on my living room window. It took a picture, washed it off, and painted another one. This gave me an idea of how the paints work on windows. The next thing I did was call a few business owners who are friends of mine, and asked if I could paint their windows for the holidays. I had no idea what to charge! After reading some of the advice on this site, I decided to give it a go. I got four jobs from people that I know! WOW! Then last week, I received two calls from strangers... one was a result of some flyers that I passed out (walking down a strip mall, and giving them out). The second one... a lady called the local craft store asking if they recommend a good holiday window painter. She said that they don't have anyone they usually recommend, but someone had just done a nice one at the bank where she banks! So she called the bank, and the manager (my friend) gave her my name! I was excited about that one! So, now I've done a total of six jobs. The one I painted today told me they would like me to come back for more holidays throughout the year. This is all very exciting to me. I'm a stay at home mom... I have two little boys... and this is such a great way for me to make a little spending money, and have fun too! Sorry, I'm taking up all this space... not sure anyone cares about my little story... but I just wanted to let you know that I appreciate this website.
Now - for my question. I had someone ask me if I had a website where they could view my pictures. I don't, and so I had to drive clear across town to show them my photos in order to get the job. Can you explain to me how to post my pictures on this site. And how do I tell other people how to access those photos?
Thanks a bunch!
Linda | | |
Permanent glass paints and Sandblasting - General
Anonymous - -1 replies | Posted on Tuesday, December 07, 2004 @ 7:38:00 PM
I'am in an effort to research a future business venture 'am contacting
your website. The reason is 'am seeking any relative correspondence &
advise you can provide me with. The subject matter I need information on
is painting on various types of glass. I find this media very intrigueing
however have no clue as to how to do such. Seeking the following
information in a effort to try painting designs on glass....
1) What glass paints can you recommend that adhesives well to glass and
after dries the glasse still can be cleaned.?
2) What brushes do you recommend / or should I used airbrush to applie
the paint?
3) How do I get the stencils to stick on the glass so it stays in place
long enought to at least trace out line and if do a outline what
instrument can be used to achieve dsired outline?
4) If try to stand blast a design on glass...what grades of sand work best
and how high should sand blaster be set so can obtain desired effect yet
not damage the glass?
please send the requeted information as soon as you can as I would like
to learn as much as can about this form of art, thankyou......Yours
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Public Domain E-Patterns are great!!!!!!!!! - General
PaintedPetals - No replies yet | Posted on Saturday, December 04, 2004 @ 8:06:00 PM
Hi again :)
I just wanted to tell everyone that I got a free pattern off the Public Domain E-patterns page on this site and I'm thrilled with how it came out.
We just added a candle, holly and lettering and the customer absolutely LOVES IT!
I posted a picture of the window in Holiday/christmas in the gallery.
These patterns are great.
Thank you for having them available for us.
I use to refuse to use patterns. Now I love it, especially because you can add your own touch to them if you want.
Suzanne | | |
Precision Cutting on Foam - General
Andrea Solek - No replies yet | Posted on Monday, March 22, 2004 @ 4:28:37 PM
I just wanted to share with you all that I figured out that when cutting the foam shapes out of the upholsterer's foam, that I found I was able to make more precise cuts and trims using my razor blade (the type that you use for gently scraping paint off the windows).
I cut out Kathy Corbin's wisteria pattern on 2" foam, and used together with the scissors, the razor blade was a great help for getting those intricate cuts, and even cutting out the basic shape of the overall pattern. I sort of used the razor blade to score the foam, and then would go back over it, pushing harder and pulling the foam taut to make some of the deeper cuts.
Practice, practice, practice!
That wisteria is a *great* pattern and easy money maker, by the way. Thanks, Kathy!
--Andrea
Arlington, TX | | |
Painting on car windows - General
Jeanette Lindblad - 3 replies | Posted on Tuesday, March 09, 2004 @ 8:29:23 AM
I have received several requests to paint on car windows, but I tested on my own car with latex house paints and hobby acrylics and neither one held up to the heavy rain "test". I've been told that lettering enamels may work, but these are expensive and I'm not sure if they mix well. Can anyone offer advise on painting car windows or is it just not a good idea? | | |
Painting inside a commercial window - first job! - General
Karen Devers - 3 replies | Posted on Friday, January 02, 2004 @ 4:00:30 PM
Greetings!
I am going to begin painting regular signs at my chiropractor's two offices in exchange for services that I have previously paid cash for. He is very accomodating and said to see how it goes and then we can establish our exchange so that it is fair to both of us.
We have agreed on the designs and the sites. I plan to paint from the inside using tempera paint and I will take care of removal since I will be replacing the signs at that time.
I am hoping to take photos of the work and use that to acquire other jobs. I'll get cards made as well.
Thank you for this wonderful website. I am nervous but excited about this new venture. I look forward to learning as I go along.
I would appreciate any feedback you have about using tempera inside with lettering and removing the paint when it's time to change the signage.
I'll send pics when I'm done!
Karen | | |
Paint seems too thin - General
PaintedPetals - 3 replies | Posted on Thursday, December 04, 2003 @ 4:10:00 PM
Hi again,
I loved the patterns I got from you thank you very much! I also got the window painting with Cordi video and it is excellent!
I purchased the paint that she mentioned but it seems very thin and is going on very see through. Is there a way I can fix this withOUT adding dry tempera paint?
Or is it because I used a o/s brush and not a foam brush?
Thanks for any help.
Suzanne | | |
getting started???? - General
PaintedPetals - 24 replies | Posted on Sunday, September 28, 2003 @ 1:41:00 PM
Hi,
I am very interested in starting a business painting windows! I love your website it is very informative! But I still have a few questions.
With the tempera(sp) paint, do you paint on the inside of the windows (which means you would have to paint backwards) or do you paint the outside of the windows? And who cleans the paint off?? The store or would I go back when they want it taken off?? Any help would be appreciated!
Thanks,
Painted-Petals | | |
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