Trompe L'Oeil

Trompe l'oeil is a French term literally meaning "to deceives the eye." It dates back as far as 400 B.C. and was part of the rich culture of the Greek and Roman Empires. It is artwork that attempts to be so realistic that the viewer is fooled into thinking that actual three-dimensional objects are being displayed rather than a two-dimensional representation of those objects.

"Faux Brick and Stone Blocks"
A mural of the Memphis skyline is painted behind
the fake window. This is the focal point of the main
room in the famous Strings 'n Things Music Store, Memphis, TN
Ron was commissioned to do a great deal of work in this popular
store. To see his work on the Store's website click the link above.

More Photos From Strings 'n Things Music Store

"Faux Stones with Mural, Ivy Crawling on a Washed Wall"
The stone on the wall was painted to match the bathroom floor.

This Mural with Faux Stone and Column was painted in the Master Bath.
The Lake scene is a rendition of what the grounds actually look like outside
the bathroom wall, creating the appearance of a window. The white fence,
light fixture and ducks are details that actually exist outside.

"Faux Tile ~ Grapes and Ivy on Washed Wall"

Kitchen Motif ~ Faux Tile with Fruit
Fruit Motifs are Popular for Kitchens