Coggeshall does it all to make your home contain a unique work of art!
Fine-wall-finishing by Chicago-area-muralist who creates special artistic techniques for your home
Douglas Coggeshall has been enhancing Chicago area residences with his artistic work for over three decades
Metalized finishes, copper finishes, rusted metal finishes, copper patina, faux finishes, wood graining, faux stone, broken parchment, hand painted lettering, leather finishes, and Venetian Plaster are some of the artistic finishes and styles utilized by this artist designed to produce the client's desired effects.
Keywords: fine wall finishing, murals, faux wall finishes, trompe l'oeil, grisaille, artistic wall finishes,giclee,prints,hand painted art,original art,faux marble,faux wood,gold leaf,gilding,faux stone
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Coggeshall Artistry went into full time operation in Jan. of 1989. Recognized as a strong leader in mural, trompe-l'oeil, hand painted art and original oils on canvas. Competed twice in the International Trompe-l'oeil Festival held in Lodi, Italy 2004-05 by invitation only.
What is your primary product or service?
Coggeshall Artistry is diverse in the decorative arts industry. Murals, trompe-l'oeil, hand painted and gilded details, floral art, faux finishes, faux marble and wood graining as well as original oil on canvas, watercolors, giclee prints and hand painted houseware and dinner ware. These are our strong points in the arts.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Douglas Coggeshall has been a career driven professional artist his entire life. It funded his college years and art was the focus of his life. He continues to draw upon his many experiences and exposure to the immense world of all things artistic to enhance and create his original works for each of his clients.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Coggeshall Artistry is a one person Company. Exclusive attention to each project, customer needs and details that set our work far above the competition. Instead of focusing on numerous projects at one time; Coggeshall stays with each project from beginning to end as each work of art is given his signature finish.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Coggeshall works from his home art studio located in Darien, IL. Servicing the entire world from one studio.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Our Studio is located in Darien's Preserves of Waterfall Glen. Studio visitation is by appointment only.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, check, Venmo direct deposit, Chase online deposit
Which areas do you service?
Coggeshall Artistry services worldwide.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Douglas A. Coggeshall
What are your hours of operation?
24/7
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
"Is that real or a painted illusion?"
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
"In order to discover new lands... you have to be willing to lose sight of the shore."
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