As you browse through our website, you'll see examples and project photos of our work which includes textured faux stone, marble, wood grain, fresco finishes, glazed techniques, gilding and various plasters.

A mural by Carol Makris, the principal artist, is a work of art that is thoughtfully designed, then masterfully rendered with one principal goal - to exceed the client's expectations.  With 30 years experience and ongoing professional training in art and faux, you can be sure your creative project will be in good hands.

Carol's wide range of skills can create a beautiful panoramic landscape, a realistic Trompe L'oeil panel, or whimsical hand painted accents in a child's bedroom.  Carol is also trained and certified in the use of Faux Effects professional products which create beautiful yet durable finishes.  She has trained with industry notables such as Ray Sandor, Martin Allan Hirsch, Nicola Vigini, Sean Crosby and Pierre Finklestein.

Carol Makris the owner of Artistic Brushworks won the "The most creative use of Faux or Decorative Finish, Mural, Trompe L'oeil, or Stenciling Application Project" award at the prestigious Fauxcademy of Decorative Finishing Awards in 2004.