We are proud to introduce Alissa Ramsay to our clients.
Saturday, December 27, 2008
New Name for a New Year
We are proud to introduce Alissa Ramsay to our clients.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Valley Planet Article
ValleyPlanet.com » Convergence in Art
Average to Art
By Sarah Gorman
11/13/2008
Inside a modest white house on Meridian Street beneath the words, “Average to Art” Alissa Murnane runs her business (by that very name) which specializes in decorative finishes and wall murals for the home or business. She and the rest of her team have been recognized numerous times for their achievement, most notably (and most recently) placing first in an international contest for most viable decorative finish. She was chosen to go to Italy by the Chicago Institute of Fine Finishes-- one of seven in the country-- to train with the masters at Oikos, an Italian plaster company. After completion, she will add nine days of classes to her 180 hours of decorative finish training and also put on the list, ‘Oikos approved applicator’.
“My mission is to stay the most up-to-date and the most competitive,” she says. She is surely doing a good job of it. Huntsville is lucky to be able to boast someone so accomplished and so dedicated. “We are a local company committed to Huntsville. We want to offer the best custom art you can get.”
“Art’s in my blood and you can’t get around it,” she says. Her philosophy seems wiser than what you would guess for that of someone still in their twenties. Instead of choosing her path with art that for so many means sleeping on other people’s couches and rummaging in dumpsters for dinner, she started with the same goal but her steps were guided by a sense of practicality; her decisions were wise and tailored to success in the modern world.
Drawing insight from meditation and a For Dummies book on careers, she set up Average to Art in a bedroom in the first house she and her husband occupied when they moved to Huntsville in 2003.
Average to Art offers decorative finishes for the home and for furniture as well as custom murals. They offer beauty and sophistication (the finishes) as well as whimsy and fun (murals), allowing a range of creative expression. Murnane has successfully created a living for herself rooted in creativity, an inspiration to all young people worried their passion will never be able to support them.
Murnane recognizes how unique her situation is, to be able to work where you are most happy, that’s something that doesn’t exist for the average bear. She says, “I feel like I get to do what I love so I should be giving back.” Average to Art works with Junior Achievement of America, they’re doing a 5k Ribbon Run in October for breast cancer and she’s working on donating time and energy to painting murals for Homes for Our Troops, a foundation that builds homes for injured veterans.
Average to Art has certainly grown since operating out of a bedroom, a paced growth. They moved into the gallery/showroom at 905 Meridian just this May, a proper space for a thriving business. The gallery is open Saturdays from 10-4, by appointment, or whenever you see the van bearing the promise, “Average to Art” out front.
Average to Art
By Sarah Gorman
11/13/2008
Inside a modest white house on Meridian Street beneath the words, “Average to Art” Alissa Murnane runs her business (by that very name) which specializes in decorative finishes and wall murals for the home or business. She and the rest of her team have been recognized numerous times for their achievement, most notably (and most recently) placing first in an international contest for most viable decorative finish. She was chosen to go to Italy by the Chicago Institute of Fine Finishes-- one of seven in the country-- to train with the masters at Oikos, an Italian plaster company. After completion, she will add nine days of classes to her 180 hours of decorative finish training and also put on the list, ‘Oikos approved applicator’.
“My mission is to stay the most up-to-date and the most competitive,” she says. She is surely doing a good job of it. Huntsville is lucky to be able to boast someone so accomplished and so dedicated. “We are a local company committed to Huntsville. We want to offer the best custom art you can get.”
“Art’s in my blood and you can’t get around it,” she says. Her philosophy seems wiser than what you would guess for that of someone still in their twenties. Instead of choosing her path with art that for so many means sleeping on other people’s couches and rummaging in dumpsters for dinner, she started with the same goal but her steps were guided by a sense of practicality; her decisions were wise and tailored to success in the modern world.
Drawing insight from meditation and a For Dummies book on careers, she set up Average to Art in a bedroom in the first house she and her husband occupied when they moved to Huntsville in 2003.
Average to Art offers decorative finishes for the home and for furniture as well as custom murals. They offer beauty and sophistication (the finishes) as well as whimsy and fun (murals), allowing a range of creative expression. Murnane has successfully created a living for herself rooted in creativity, an inspiration to all young people worried their passion will never be able to support them.
Murnane recognizes how unique her situation is, to be able to work where you are most happy, that’s something that doesn’t exist for the average bear. She says, “I feel like I get to do what I love so I should be giving back.” Average to Art works with Junior Achievement of America, they’re doing a 5k Ribbon Run in October for breast cancer and she’s working on donating time and energy to painting murals for Homes for Our Troops, a foundation that builds homes for injured veterans.
Average to Art has certainly grown since operating out of a bedroom, a paced growth. They moved into the gallery/showroom at 905 Meridian just this May, a proper space for a thriving business. The gallery is open Saturdays from 10-4, by appointment, or whenever you see the van bearing the promise, “Average to Art” out front.
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Huntsville & TN Valley, Thank You For Supporting Average To Art!
2008 has been an eventful year for Average To Art. With overcoming health issues to winning international awards, this year has been exciting! It feels fantastic to go into the holiday season giving thanks for all of our blessings. Average To Art has welcomed new artists who are exceeding expectations, opened a showroom for our clients, and we are excited to keep creating in 2009. Average To Art would not be the company it is without our clients, family and friends who have supported us through our 5 years. Thank you for allowing us to live our dreams!!!
We are here for you when you need an average wall turned into ART!
Thank You!
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Do you have a Projection TV?
If you have a projection tv, put a beautiful frame around your show. See an example below...
The "New" Heather Bookout Studio
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SEE AFTER BELOW
Tree Sculpture
" Amber Shimmer" "Carmel Toffee"
Artistic finishes that are picture perfect for any studio!
Monday, November 10, 2008
Beat the Holiday Rush!
We want to make sure your home and business are perfect when your friends and family visit this holiday season. To celebrate the festivities, Average To Art is offering you 10% off of your next mural and/or wall finish project. Present this coupon at your consultation before December 8th and SAVE.
Our holiday project schedule is filling up FAST! Let's talk today!
Remember our exciting finishes... "Green" Lime Plasters from Italy- Odorless and BEAUTIFUL!!!
Our holiday project schedule is filling up FAST! Let's talk today!
Remember our exciting finishes... "Green" Lime Plasters from Italy- Odorless and BEAUTIFUL!!!
Shimmer plasters, Venetian style plasters, 24 karat gold plaster (REAL gold in the plaster) and other styles PERFECT for your home and office!
Beat the Holiday Rush and SAVE 10%:
Offer Expires 12/08/08
Not to be combined with other offers, Applied to new contracts only
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Friday, October 24, 2008
October Cork & Canvas @ The Monaco in Bridge Street
Each person was asked to bring 3 things that reflected who they are... then paint a still life of their items. Cork and Canvas will be back in January 2009. Until then, enjoy the other exciting events through the holidays at Monaco Pictures! http://www.monacopicturesusa.com/
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Saturday, October 11, 2008
Bookout Studios & Average To Art
photos from http://bookout.squarespace.com/
Heather Bookout, owner & talented photographer, of Bookout Studios partnered with Average To Art to transform their studio into an inspiring space. We loved working with Heather's crew!
Heather and crew decorated their new tree sculpture with their photos framed in Wild Sorbe Frames.
Average To Art turned an "average" wall into art in Bookout Studios reception area with a multi layer plaster finish. Beautiful!
The BEST Huntsville Photographers:Bookout Studios specializes in pregnancy, newborn, and children's photography.
Studio B specializes in Senior photography.
MORE Italy Photos
Dinner Time! One of the delicious dinners Oikos treated us to...
Class Time...
Certification Time...
Atelier Homes Goes Green!
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Huntsville, AL builder, Atelier Homes hired Average To art to add a green touch to their wine cellar in their 2008 Parade House (address below). Average To art used a Solvent-Free Travertine plaster on the ceiling.
Address: 702 Indian Ridge Drive (SE Huntsville/Hampton Cove Area)
Builder: Atelier Homes, Inc.
Subdivision: Indian Ridge Estates
Green Projects Completed: Wine Cellar Travertine ceiling
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2008 Parade of Homes Huntsville, AL
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Average To Art has completed projects in 2 Parade homes. Please visit and see avaerage walls and ceilings turned into art.
Address: 702 Indian Ridge Drive (SE Huntsville/Hampton Cove Area)
Builder: Atelier Homes, Inc.
Subdivision: Indian Ridge Estates
Projects Completed in Wine Cellar: Colorwashed walls, Trompe L'oeil bricks, Travertine ceiling
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Address: 114 Grand Cove Place (Madison)Builder: Old Towne Homebuilders
Subdivision: Clift’s Cove
Projects Completed: Glazed plaster molding, "marble" ceilings, "Paint Peel" foyer Barrel, Metallic Dome
Tuesday, October 07, 2008
Cork & Canvas @ Monaco Pictures in Bridge Street Huntsville, AL
October 20, 2008
Time: 6-8pm
This month’s subject: “Reflections of Me" An interprative painting of you!**
Monaco Pictures, in a partnership with Average To Art and Michele Lee, invite you to come and relax on the patio, sip a glass of wine or two and learn how to paint your very own masterpiece.
$40 prior to the event and $50 the day of—includes two glasses of wine and all materials.
**For this event, you will need to bring 3 things that represent who you are. This will create your still life.
Space is limited so please call Madeline Sandlin, Special Events Coordinator 256.327.8342 to reserve your spot at this unique and fun event!
...If it rains, we will move the event indoors to thebeautiful Scene Lounge.
Sunday, October 05, 2008
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