Fourth-Generation Decorative Artist
Every Surface
Has a Story.
Bespoke murals, Italian lime plaster, painted marble, wood graining, gilding and architectural finishes—created by hand for exceptional interiors and landmarks.
Four Generations of Craftsmanship · European Trained · Commissions Nationwide
Selected Works
Work that belongs to the architecture.
Murals & Public Art
Site-specific murals and original works created for public spaces, hospitality, commercial properties and distinctive interiors.
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Italian Lime Plaster
Authentic Italian lime plasters applied by hand to create depth, movement and the unmistakable character of natural mineral finishes.
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Painted Marble & Faux Bois
Hand-painted marble and wood graining created to convincingly reproduce the depth, movement and character of natural stone and fine timber.
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FOUR GENERATIONS OF CRAFTSMANSHIP
A Tradition Dating Back to the 1890s
Ronald Layman represents the fourth generation of a family tradition in painting and decorative craftsmanship. From techniques learned at the side of his father and grandfather to advanced training with artisans in Italy, France and beyond, each commission carries forward more than a century of accumulated knowledge.
Today, that heritage is combined with traditional materials, contemporary design and an artist’s eye to create work intended not simply to decorate a space, but to become part of its architecture.
The Commission
From vision to finished work.
01. Consultation
We begin with the architecture, the setting and the vision for the space.
02. Concept
Drawings, samples and material studies establish the artistic direction.
03. Execution
Every surface is created by hand using techniques selected for the project.
04. Completion
The finished work becomes an enduring part of the architecture.
Private Commissions