How much should I pay for a 30 ft mural done by non professional college student?

Question

I would like a large (30 ft long and approximately 7 feet high) mural painted to decorate a new children’s party place that I’m opening. My decorating budget is mostly taped-out, so I suggest the job to someone I casual know. She is a college (not an art student, so she does not need this for a porfolio) student who is artistically talented but is not a professional. She paints but never done a mural before.
I did explained that I approached her because I can’t afford a professional, but she’s a college student who is not working so she can use the money. We haven’t discussed price yet because I’m not sure what to offer. What’s the (minimum) I can expect to pay?

PS. We’re in NJ which makes a difference since things are a bit more expensive here than other parts of the country

Answer 1

Honestly thats a tough one, as everyone deserves to get paid for their talents....The way it should work is you tell her what you want done, and she gives YOU a price based on how long it will take her. She really needs to be the one to price herself according to her talents what she believes SHE is worth. Factoring in time, supplies, and experience. As a professional designer, painter, and artist, myself, I would probably charge about 2-3K for such a large mural....so if thats any indication, I wouldn't offer any less than $500, which imo is still a bit low.

Just curious though: why didn't you look for an art or painting student who really COULD use something like this in their portfolio, as well as the experience? They could probably do it faster than this other girl...and you can feel more confident in their abilities because you would be able to see their actual work....I'm not saying this other girl doesn't have painting talents...just was curious as to why you didn't give a painting student a chance first.... :)

Answer 2

I would say call around and get some prices from professionals. That way you have a place to start.
And have you see the art work of this person. If she paints a really terrible mural you still owe her for her time.
Are you going to buy the canvas and all the paints?
Are you painting directly on the wall??

You could hire her on an hourly basis. Your talking about 210 feet. And it will have to be done on a ladder or platform.

This is not an easy job.

Answer 3

I even have in no way yet been to a college the place professors forget approximately classic pupils. you're an person now. you have countless administration over despite if or no longer human beings pay interest to you. in case you choose extra interest, placed your self accessible. connect the class discussions, ask questions, and end sounding like one in all those whiny baby (heavily, the non-trad pupils are going to retire and die quickly? quite mature attitude there). In college, in case you choose or choose help with something you're able to desire to take accountability and get it for your self, so bypass get it.