This hand-painted mural represents one of more than 50 book titles painted on 3-foot diameter columns. These large scale murals (some measuring over 8-feet tall) provide compelling visual impact in school library spaces.

Capturing the look of this handsome hand-tooled leather and gold leaf book spine—measuring almost 9 feet tall—was challenging given the scale of its intricate details. This hand-lettered creation is one of Jeff’s favorites.

This artwork is a great example of how a school mural can enhance student life in many ways. Murals create identity, provide large-scale visual impact, and activate school spirit.

When Jeff finished painting this 5-foot mascot (one of three in this school), a classroom of students passing in the hallway paused and broke out in spontaneous applause. Their genuine appreciation reinforced why Jeff does what he does.

This hand-painted mural represents one of more than 50 book titles painted on 3-foot diameter columns. These large scale murals (some measuring over 8-feet tall) provide compelling visual impact in school library spaces.

This iconic Aslan from The Chronicles of Narnia series makes a bold statement upon entering the school library.

The principal of a middle school asked for this inspirational quote to be painted in the main hallway. This colorful collection of fonts and graphics catches the students’ attention and speaks a universal message: be a positive influence! Be the kind kid!

This hand-painted mural represents one of more than 50 book titles painted on 3-foot diameter columns. These large scale murals (some measuring over 8-feet tall) provide compelling visual impact in school library spaces.

This art deco design required the use of my hand-cut stenciling technique on the vertical book title.

This hand-painted mural represents one of more than 50 book titles painted on 3-foot diameter columns. These large scale murals (some measuring over 8-feet tall) provide compelling visual impact in school library spaces.

Attention to detail on the red dragon and the world map behind the book title was key in reproducing this dynamic design.

This hand-painted mural represents one of more than 50 book titles painted on 3-foot diameter columns. These large scale murals (some measuring over 8-feet tall) provide compelling visual impact in school library spaces.

Capturing the emotional nature of this simple image was both challenging and rewarding.

This colorful school collage, made of sturdy MDF board measures 5’ x 14’. It was custom designed in six pieces with 3D overlays and installed in an elementary school lobby. The principal asked for an eye-catching mural that encompassed all the fun and learning students enjoy every day.

This hand-painted mural represents one of more than 50 book titles painted on 3-foot diameter columns. These large scale murals (some measuring over 8-feet tall) provide compelling visual impact in school library spaces.

To get an idea of scale and size, note the additional painted columns in the background.

This hand-painted mural represents one of more than 50 book titles painted on 3-foot diameter columns. These large scale murals (some measuring over 8 feet tall) provide compelling visual interest in school library spaces.

This beautiful book title was the librarian’s favorite. When asked which mural she would like to look at daily through her office window, she emphatically selected Warcross.

This hand-painted mural represents one of more than 50 book titles painted on 3-foot diameter columns. These large scale murals (some measuring over 8 feet tall) provide compelling visual interest in school library spaces.

This graphic black and yellow design with a distinctive type face was difficult to recreate. But, the result is a statement piece that’s impossible to ignore when visiting the library. 

This hand-painted mural represents one of more than 50 book titles painted on 3-foot diameter columns. These large scale murals (some measuring over 8-feet tall) provide compelling visual impact in school library spaces.

The piercing eye, blurry Trance title (offset hand cut stenciled), and striking red color beckons students to “read me!”  The iconic Wicked was chosen for contrast.

This hand-painted mural represents one of more than 50 book titles painted on 3-foot diameter columns. These large scale murals (some measuring over 8-feet tall) provide compelling visual impact in school library spaces.

This book title was rewarding to tackle due to its many layers, colors and type styles. I collaborated with the librarian on this and every book title chosen for this space. My goal is to ensure each column contains balance, movement, and visual interest.

This hand-painted mural represents one of more than 50 book titles painted on 3-foot diameter columns. These large scale murals (some measuring over 8-feet tall) provide compelling visual impact in school library spaces.

This classic book title required patience and precision with the wood-cut type image and the row of perfectly aligned blue stripes. Math and art often go hand in hand!