What is your pricing structure?

Pricing has many factors: size, materials, complexity of design, time needed, etc. so if you want a custom piece of artwork made, contact me. Once I understand the scope of the project you have in mind, I’ll give you a free quote.

How Far ahead should I plan?

On average, I book work 4-6 weeks out. Planning ahead is always the best rule of thumb because I frequently go through busy phases. If you need something sooner, I can do rush jobs but they incur a 20% rush fee.

What if I don’t have a chalkboard?

No problem, I can make you one! I can make chalkboard of any size to accommodate your needs.

How long does sidewalk chalk last?

The longevity of a design outdoors is pretty dependent on Mother Nature. If weather conditions are dry and a design isn’t tampered with (walked on, etc.), it can last several weeks. It will slowly fade over time but as a general rule, under good weather conditions, my designs will last 2 weeks, likely longer.

What happens when it rains?

Just what you’d expect: it washes away (well, sort of). I use a lot of layers of chalk when I work on sidewalks so the rain tends to fade my designs rather than erase them completely.

To clean the design off completely, you can use a pressure washer or some soapy water, a stiff bristled broom, and a little elbow grease.

Is there a way to preserve chalk art with a clear coat?

On chalkboards, yes there is but it’s not what I’d call “bulletproof”. If I’m creating a chalkboard for you that you want to preserve, I always recommend framing it.

On sidewalks, I don’t use any fixative because it goes against my personal views of what sidewalk chalk is all about. Is there a product that can be used to preserve it? Probably, but I’ll never use it.