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Custom-painted murals, Faux finishes and Painted details by ILLUSION ART & FAUX..."Utah's Mural Artist."

Thanks for stopping by. Chances are you are in the market for, or perhaps are just curious about custom painted murals and decorative faux finishes. Please feel free to browse this site and take in all that it has to offer- many examples of past painted mural projects and painted finishes, as well as much of my original art with a current emphasis on wildlife.

Although I reside in and most frequently serve Utah's Wasatch Front, Utah County and Park City areas, I look so forward to knowing that wherever in this world a custom painted mural designed and painted by myself is desired, there too, I shall travel... for art knows no bounds!

Having painted murals of nearly every size, style and subject matter professionally for over the past twenty-two years I can state with confidence that when you hire me as a mural painting professional you get my passion and my experience. I incorporate from that experience what works, what is beautiful, and what is effective. Enjoy your visit! -Billy Hensler

As Unique As You

You are unique. You have you own way of doings things- of living life. So, why wouldn’t you choose to create your own ambiance and atmosphere in your surroundings to express yourself?
It has been said that by simply painting a room, or a wall in a room has Read More »

Easy to work with.

I can’t believe I get to do what I do for a living …I love my job! And, I feel like it shows. Although it is work, I often get a feeling; a reminder if you will, of feeling truly blessed.
Whether it be a large budget, high-visibility mural project or small children’s mural in a young Read More »

What does it cost?

Quite likely the most frequent question I am asked is: How much does a custom custom painted mural cost? As I have yet to determine a square foot rate or hourly rate that feels fair both to my prospective patrons and myself, I charge by the individual project. For, I have found Read More »

Works In Progress- “Country Life Care Center”

Country Life Care Center in Riverton, Utah is being constructed to house up to thirty-six patients recovering from various brain injuries. My client, whose experience in designing, building and then running Read More »

" I recommend Billy without qualification for anyone seeking a professional and talented artist."
— Brent Anderson~ President and Founder, The Living Planet Aquarium