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Saturday, November 2, 2013
Dianas Murals and More
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Friday, August 9, 2013
Decorative Painting
DIANA’S
Murals and More provides design and
installation of custom murals and incredibly innovative variety of
architectural coatings and decorative wall finishes from United States, Canada,
and Italy.
Our creative Director Diana Sorkin is an Award Winning Artist Designer born in Moscow
Russia.
A graduate of Pratt Institute, she is a master
of both conceptual design and visual communication.
Her diverse skills include watercolors, oils,
murals, sculpture and many more artistic media.
With over 20 years of professional experience,
Diana is passionate about creating beauty and style.
To her art is a source of endless inspiration
and she will cherish the opportunity to make your dreams become reality.
There have been significant advancements in the architectural
industry, and our coatings are the cutting edge in decorative finishes from
around the world.
The products we feature include
Stucco Italiano:
Stucco Italiano is the finest world renowned
decorative plaster made in Italy. We have hundreds of pre-formulated colors and
your Stucco Italiano installation is pre-tinted by machine to ensure consistent
color for your projects.
Variance coatings:
An
American made Acrylic decorative plaster system that is more flexible and
durable than mineral based plaster. It
is machine tinted colored to meet any specification. It can be used for indoor and outdoor
surfaces as well as wet environments. It comes in a variety of textures, all of
which allow for seamless repair.
Variance coatings come off the trowel easily, resulting in a lower cost
per square foot than that of traditional mineral based plaster.
Texturline Coatings:
A Canadian company that specializes in wildly
diverse collection of acrylic decorative finishes which include metallic and
pearlescent coatings. Moire, Sedona,
Lustra, and Metaltech are just some of the different kinds of coatings available,
making it easy to find new ways to layer the colors to meet any design
requirements.
Metaltech is an exciting innovative metallic
paint from Texturline that is universally tinted with three base system to
achieve a wide spectrum of colors in a metallic finish. It is brushable, rollable, and sprayable,
therefore it can be installed by any professional
painter. This paint can be used for interior
and exterior surfaces, and on a variety of substrates, including metals. It is
a 100% acrylic coating that is corrosion resistant and LEED rated as a low VOC
formula. Metaltech is a beautiful and economical
alternative to tradition paint.
Call us to schedule your appointment at 917 881 1324 or visit our website at www.dianasmurals.com.
Monday, April 22, 2013
Seuss Madness
Are you a fan of Dr. Seuss?
This unique and crazy in the very best sense of it nursery was an inspired collaboration. My client, expecting mom and her husband are Dr. Seuss fans, no doubt. It took at least ten books and a couple of dozens of crazy whimsical characters to put together this labor of love. In the midst of planning this challenging composition, ironically I said that "it needs to make sense". Yeah, that's a laugh, LOL! But at the end of course it all did make perfect sense; the bird resting on top of the TV, a dreaming creature flying out of the make belief window over the door, the Spotted creature swaying over a bunny chair, Horton peeking out of the closet, Grinch grinning over the flying Green Eggs and Ham, Ted and Fred in their cars, Sneeches roasting hot dogs and marshmallows, Turtles stacked in the corner, Lorax arguing with Fox in sox and even One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, and Blue Fish. They all came together in an engaging carnival of color to welcome a bundle of joy!
Contact dianasmurals.com for your fantasy nursery and live the magic every day.
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Under the Sea
This one called for the Under The Sea theme with mysterious creatures and colorful fish.
As they say "just keep swimming".
Peter Rabbit and friends come alive.
What does it take to get inspired?
In the case of a wraparound Peter Rabbit, I had to read 8 books by Beatrix Porter to get to know the characters. I had to make up a story-line to put a dynamic sequence in place. Whimsical details like a singing bird on one foot or spilled onions, or teasing cat fish in a pond were added to keep the viewer endlessly engaged.Many of my clients are grateful for the endless joy my work brings to their lives. I am grateful for their endless inspiration.
Marisa Pirrotta-Sulsenti That looks very familiar! The murals in my old nursery is one of the few things that really makes me miss my old house.
Monday, February 11, 2013
Wallflower
On Jan 15, 2013, at 7:33 AM, Regina Cooper wrote:
“I’ve always believed that art should appeal to its audience—making them think, feel and wonder. Therefore, to me art is always a meaningful experience,” says Diana Sorkin, Principal Artist and Owner of Diana’s Murals and More.
Sorkin, who originally hails from Moscow, Russia, embarked on her career as a mural artist at the age of 16. Her first commission was for a holiday mural, which featured 38 life-size figures. It adorned a wall of a school in Brooklyn. “That’s when I fell in love with the medium,” reveals Sorkin, whose passion and talent has since then blossomed into a successful business creating custom design murals, sculptures and decorative finishes for both commercial and residential clients throughout New York City.
The versatile artist, who works in many mediums including everything from watercolors and acrylics to metal, received a classical art education while she was in Russia. Upon arriving in the United States in 1983, Sorkin continued her art education Pratt Institute, where she thrived on the richness of global art and architecture. While there she studied graphic design and communication design. Upon graduation, the artist spent some of her early career designing graphics for fortune 500 companies.
Murals & More
“I’ve turned to painting murals because it’s a creative, rewarding and liberating experience,” says Sorkin. “It allows me to create fantasy. I can tell a story, change the mood of a room or use different techniques and optical effects such as trompe l’oeil.
Sorkin’s sense of proportion and color enables her to design both commercial and residential spaces. Some commercial projects include trendy restaurants BESO and Bayou, as well as Relax on Cloud 9 spa, the United States Coast Guard and the Stanford White landmark, which was built in 1892. “This was a fascinating experience because it marked my first opportunity with a big architectural project,” says Sorkin.
Although Sorkin has created a diverse range of murals for various clients, her greatest passion is creating murals for children. She often creates whimsical themes for nurseries and playrooms. “I always add special touches and hidden details to bring the murals to life and spark imaginations,” reveals Sorkin, whose work includes lots of motion.
Working with children has certainly taken Sorkin in a new direction. Beyond her role as a mural artist, Sorkin works as a teaching artist. “I welcome the opportunity to share my lifelong passion with the next generation of Michelangelos. I try to encourage them to be creative and be fearless—to understand the world around them as well as within.”
Sorkin, who is credited with lots of awards over the years, is most proud of metal sculpture named “The Dance of Life.” The mobile sculpture, which was a commission from the Jewish Community Center, represents unity of male and female. “I consider myself a painter, so I was proud of this project because it was out of my comfort zone.”
Her award winning projects include a range of chic restaurants, serene spas, community centers and schools to private residences, child care facilities and office spaces. Among Sorkin’s achievements was being named winner of the Hudson-Shatz poster contest and Channel 13’s Statue of Liberty contest. Sorkin also received the Saint Gaudens award and one of her sculptures was cast in bronze and placed at The Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine in New York City.
Sorkin’s work is priced affordable and begins at $500 and goes up from there depending on the size and detail of the project. She also offers innovative decorative finishes for homes.
This accomplished artist will continue to cultivate ideas for new projects. She concludes, “Art is a source of endless inspiration.”
Diana’s Murals and More
www.dianasmurals.com
(917) 881 1324
diana@dianasmurals.com
“I’ve always believed that art should appeal to its audience—making them think, feel and wonder. Therefore, to me art is always a meaningful experience,” says Diana Sorkin, Principal Artist and Owner of Diana’s Murals and More.
Sorkin, who originally hails from Moscow, Russia, embarked on her career as a mural artist at the age of 16. Her first commission was for a holiday mural, which featured 38 life-size figures. It adorned a wall of a school in Brooklyn. “That’s when I fell in love with the medium,” reveals Sorkin, whose passion and talent has since then blossomed into a successful business creating custom design murals, sculptures and decorative finishes for both commercial and residential clients throughout New York City.
The versatile artist, who works in many mediums including everything from watercolors and acrylics to metal, received a classical art education while she was in Russia. Upon arriving in the United States in 1983, Sorkin continued her art education Pratt Institute, where she thrived on the richness of global art and architecture. While there she studied graphic design and communication design. Upon graduation, the artist spent some of her early career designing graphics for fortune 500 companies.
Murals & More
“I’ve turned to painting murals because it’s a creative, rewarding and liberating experience,” says Sorkin. “It allows me to create fantasy. I can tell a story, change the mood of a room or use different techniques and optical effects such as trompe l’oeil.
Sorkin’s sense of proportion and color enables her to design both commercial and residential spaces. Some commercial projects include trendy restaurants BESO and Bayou, as well as Relax on Cloud 9 spa, the United States Coast Guard and the Stanford White landmark, which was built in 1892. “This was a fascinating experience because it marked my first opportunity with a big architectural project,” says Sorkin.
Although Sorkin has created a diverse range of murals for various clients, her greatest passion is creating murals for children. She often creates whimsical themes for nurseries and playrooms. “I always add special touches and hidden details to bring the murals to life and spark imaginations,” reveals Sorkin, whose work includes lots of motion.
Working with children has certainly taken Sorkin in a new direction. Beyond her role as a mural artist, Sorkin works as a teaching artist. “I welcome the opportunity to share my lifelong passion with the next generation of Michelangelos. I try to encourage them to be creative and be fearless—to understand the world around them as well as within.”
Sorkin, who is credited with lots of awards over the years, is most proud of metal sculpture named “The Dance of Life.” The mobile sculpture, which was a commission from the Jewish Community Center, represents unity of male and female. “I consider myself a painter, so I was proud of this project because it was out of my comfort zone.”
Her award winning projects include a range of chic restaurants, serene spas, community centers and schools to private residences, child care facilities and office spaces. Among Sorkin’s achievements was being named winner of the Hudson-Shatz poster contest and Channel 13’s Statue of Liberty contest. Sorkin also received the Saint Gaudens award and one of her sculptures was cast in bronze and placed at The Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine in New York City.
Sorkin’s work is priced affordable and begins at $500 and goes up from there depending on the size and detail of the project. She also offers innovative decorative finishes for homes.
This accomplished artist will continue to cultivate ideas for new projects. She concludes, “Art is a source of endless inspiration.”
Diana’s Murals and More
www.dianasmurals.com
diana@dianasmurals.com
Thursday, July 21, 2011
“Everyone learns every day” says P.S.5’s school slogan. This year learning was about more than the academics.
Under the creative guidance and supervision of artist Diana Sorkin of DIANA’S Murals and More, the fifth graders created wall murals to leave as a legacy for their beloved Huguenot school.
The second floor classrooms are occupied by Kindergarten and first grade students. Grade level favorite books became the inspiration for the murals.
The pictures were based on Eric Carle and Tomie de Paula’s popular children’s books, which are being studied by the Kindergarten and first grade throughout their curriculum.
The kids were so inspired by the project they sang their school song as they painted. Other students and teachers alike burst with excitement every time they walk through the swinging doors that depict their beloved characters (The Hungry Caterpillar, The Grouchy Ladybug, The Lonely Firefly, Strega Nonna, and The Art Lesson).
As the project moved along, the kids got to design the pictures and explore different painting techniques with permanent paint. The children learned the basics of conceptual design, composition, drawing to scale and painting with various brushstrokes. Young artists were impressed how forgiving latex paint can be on the walls but not on their smocks. Most of the supplies were generously donated by the local Sherwin-Williams and Capital Paint stores. School staff and volunteer parents pitched in to make this collaboration a success.
As with the previous COAHSI Wish Grant, ABC grant will make the Huguenot School an Artistic Landmark in the Staten Island community.
The ABC Grant 2011 was made possible COAHSI, NYSCA.
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