Local Artists in San Luis Obispo

“Catherine did an outstanding job of assessing the restoration of an older home that I had listed for sale. As a Realtor, It was delightful to turn the selection, preparation and painting of a home that needed a "face lift" before market. Catherine worked quickly and in just few days updated this home that sold immediately for full price! Her work is excellent and I appreciate her professionalism.”

“Recently, on a family vacation to california, our family stumbled into this wonderful gallery in Cambria. We are familiar with Ephraim Pottery because their home studio is near our town in Wisconsin. It was neat to find something familiar so far from home. Ephraim's pottery is wonderful, whimsical, and addictive. We added a special piece with a poppy motif to remind us of our delightful vacation. Definitely worth a stop of you like Arts & Crafts Revival pottery, furniture, textiles and paintings.”

“Amazing work. International artist with a profound and inspiring aesthetic. I’m happy to own this artists work and have it here in my home in the United States as well in my home in Europe and enjoy its expressive mood every day. There is so much energy and vitality to it and it adds such a dimension to my space. I hope to collect more of Anne Stahl's work in the future.”

“I commissioned Susan Jenkins to paint a family portrait based upon photos I provided. She created a wonderful, expressive and cherished plein air painting which is the centerpiece of my decor. I have a few other works of Susan's as well which I love. Her work is varied and always gets comments from my guests. I hope to work with Susan again whilst decorating my home.”

“We are presently working with Zeke (ZG) on a multi million dollar home. Zeke and his crew are creating a timeless finish on the walls that surpass anything we hoped for. Zeke worked carefully and patiently with the client to get the clients wishes met. You will find a professional, talented, craftsman in Zeke. Schedules are met and budgets are always a concern that Zeke keeps at the forefront. You will be happy if you choose ZG Plastering to finish you walls.”

“Debbie painted a mural of the Lone Cypress on the exterior wall of my neighbor's patio that was directly across the driveway from my kitchen window. The wall is about 10 feet high by 15 feet long. It was a delicious inspiration for my culinary efforts and a pleasant distraction when dirty dishes were in the sink. I sold the house in 2015 for $250,000 more than the real estate experts told me I would receive for it. And one of the experts who became my agent for that sale noted that the mural was a significant attraction. Debbie has done other very impressive work you can ask her to detail. If you consider commissioning art by Flamethrower, I recommend that you look at several of her works. She likes strong contrasts and highlights in her painting. But she will do what you want if you prefer something else. The first two days she sketched a scene that was more than I had hoped for. It was wonderful. Then she began to add coloring and contrast. I wish I had asked her to stop after the second day. I am a sensitive, caring, subtle person who served in the Marines and only wants strong colors on a bayonet. I was enchanted by the softer scene that she considered the preliminary sketch. When she began to apply more color and contrast, I expressed reservations. She was very nice and understanding; and she adjusted the composition. She produced a beautiful mural, but I still regret not having stopped her after the second day. She wants you to like what she creates for you. But she does not read minds. So you have to express your desires. It is the same approach spouses should take. Debbie is very engaging and appealing. But don't mess with her. She has a pet rattlesnake named Hector. Original art is an enviable addition to a home.”

“I have had 2 custom mosaic art pieces from Martellina. I was drawn to the very small pieces of glass used in the artwork which makes it very intricate and detailed. I was able to request very specific images to include ( which included an octopus, a crab, a tree, and ocean waves) so the pieces are very customized, not pre-conceived or mass-produced. I have seen other mosaic art pieces from Martellina and the quality and artistry shine through. I highly recommend.”

“Tamara is a professional colleague that I have collaborated with on several projects. Excellent work ethics, creative, professional and more than willing to go the extra mile! A pleasure to work with”

“I have worked with Bonnie Hall to provide collectible art for my clients over the years since 1978 when I purchased a Guillaume Azoulay etching for my own collection. She is always the professional you want by your side to give thoroughly researched assessment of fine art purchases, whether it be for investment, personal gratification and enjoyment or both. She specifically put together a collection for the Los Angeles office of a large national law firm that was relevant to my interior design and pleasing to the old-line taste of the partners and their clients. Subsequently, I designed another completely different project for a commercial bank, also in Los Angeles. The client's taste was the extreme opposite of the law firm's. I designed the offices with a contemporary design that required drama juxtaposed with a calming vibe. Bonnie came through with an amazing abstract stainless steel sculpture that was the first impression lobby art that I had imagined. Anytime I've had requests from clients for collectible art, whether it be an office or a home, Bonnie is my go-to expert.”

“I had Mike Dunham, of reborncustomwoodworks, build a beautiful cabinet with barn wood and old paint for my house in Santa Cruz, California. His attention to detail and his esthetic eye made it truly a beautiful piece. From the antique pulls to the edging on the boards it was made by a professional and we love it.”