Airbrushed murals and vehicle art

Homeowners, restaurants, gyms and shops wanting feature walls, plus vehicle owners and small businesses wanting standout vehicle graphics.

A quote per project based on size and detail, usually with a deposit and a final payment on completion.

• Large-scale design and layout
• Airbrush and surface preparation
• Quoting and project management
• Working to a client brief

• Commercial general liability insurance, especially when working in clients' premises
• Paint fumes in enclosed spaces: check ventilation and respirator requirements, and ask about workplace safety rules in your province
• Vehicle painting may involve clear coats and spray rules, so check provincial environmental and fire code requirements for any spray area
• Get written agreement from landlords before painting rented walls or commercial buildings
• Cold weather limits outdoor and unheated work, so plan around winter
• Register for GST/HST once revenue passes the small supplier threshold

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $2,000 to $8,000 CAD, depending on your equipment, paints and whether you rent a bay for vehicle work. Larger projects may need more materials.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue is typically around $1,000 to $6,000 CAD, depending on the size and number of projects you take on. That is revenue, not profit, and the estimate assumes at least about 10 hours a week.

Check commercial general liability insurance, ventilation and respirator needs, and your province's workplace safety rules. For vehicle spraying, check provincial environmental and fire code requirements for your spray area. Get written landlord agreement before painting rented walls, and plan around winter.