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Artistic Philosophy and Firm Profile Jer Giles provides the elegant classical approach to interior decorative painting for the sophisticated architect, designer and home owner. The firm is composed of the husband and wife team of Jerry Giles and Patricia Siegfreid-Giles. Our combined talents keep Jer Giles Artwalls one of the most recognized names in the Decorative Arts in the Metroplex. We began our business as Decorative Artists in 1982. Our portfolio includes painted murals, dramatic environments, traditional, European and custom wall finishes in homes, multimillion dollar estates, offices and restaurants. Beginning in 1982 Jer Giles has garnered recognition in the Decorative Arts. More recently he was featured in The Dallas Morning News High Profile "Faces" and Today Papers "People", numerous articles in Dallas Life Magazine "Home and Design", In the Spotlight in "Dallas-Fort Worth DESIGN" and featured several times in the now defunct "Dallas/Fort Worth Home and Design" magazine. Jer Giles began offering clients computer design imaging in 1989. We offer, in house, computer imaging of the project showing the proposed work in the existing space. The digital camera puts an image of the room into the computer where we create and paint what we intend to do with the space. The computer image shows the client the proposed design in the actual space. This high tech approach to renderings is a definite plus in the design concept phase of a project. Jer Giles keeps a "green" studio. When the painting industry reformulated their paints from oil base to water base, Jerry adapted his techniques and has been using latex paints ever since. Jer Giles works from a palette and mixes his own colors creating murals with exceptional depth, faux finishes remarkably realistic, and causing no harm to himself, the homeowners, or to the environment. Jer Giles provide our clients with the talent, expertise and leadership necessary to create unique painted solutions, which are bold, exciting, dramatic, yet practical and livable. Ninety percent of our new business comes from referrals. We establish long-term relationships with many clients and get repeat business when their family and lifestyles grow over the years. We proudly offer our clients quality, artistic integrity, service, attention to their needs, and competitive professional fees. Principals of the Firm Jerry W. Giles Artist 1973 University of Texas, Austin, Bachelor of Fine Arts Theatrical Design and Production 1973 to 1979 Scenic Artist, Dallas Stage Scenery Company Painted scenery for national stage, screen and television. Three shows painted by Jer Giles have been on Broadway. 1979 to 1986 Independent Business Owner/Artist Jer Giles Scenic Artist. Painted scenery for national stage, screen, television and related fields, parties, theme parks, museums, displays Painted decorative finishes and murals in homes 1986 to Present Independent Business Owner * Jer Giles Artworks, Principal Activity: Painting decorative finishes, murals, etc. in homes, offices, restaurants, museums around the country. Paint backdrops and props for parties and backgrounds for photographers. Decorative Artisans Guild, Dallas, Charter Member Lancaster Historical Society
Patricia Siegfreid-Giles Designer - Business Manager - Public Relations 1970 University of North Texas Bachelor of Arts, Speech and Drama, Double Minor History and English1977 to 1982 Scenic Artist w/ Dallas Stage Scenery then with Jer Giles Scenic Artist 1982 to 1987 Agency Director, Dallas Taping for the Blind 1987 to Present Designer/Manager Jer Giles Artworks, Inc. Principal Activities: Coordinate artist. home owner and designer, often develop design theme in project; manage all aspects of the business; create publicity, ads, and PR campaign. Memberships: Hugh O’Brian Youth Foundation, Texas North; Corporate Board, Board Secretary Dallas Symphony Orchestra League, Historian1998-1999 Women’s Council, Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens Decorative Artisans Guild, Dallas, Charter Member Texas Federation of Women’s Clubs, Secretary 1998-2000 Historic Landmark Preservation Committee, City of Lancaster Appointment Lancaster Historical Society, President NS Daughters of the American Revolution, Regent 1998-2000 Pleasant Run Chapter Lancaster Lion Club, 1998 Hobbies enjoyed by both: Croquet, NASCAR, and collecting Art Deco Ceramics
Jer Giles - Artist/Designer/Entrepreneur Jerry W. Giles grew up in Huntsville, Alabama at the height of the space race. He received a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Theatrical Design and Production from The University of Texas, Austin in 1973. Jerry has painted scenery professionally for national stage, screen, and television with three shows on Broadway. Jerry has been an independent business owner since 1979 establishing Jer Giles Scenic Artist. In 1982 he crossed the footlights painting magic in homes, offices, and restaurants around the country. In 1986 he developed a niche in the Decorative Arts and established Jer Giles Artworks, Inc. Jer initiated computer design imaging in 1989. In March of 1997 he became the first Decorative Artist in Texas to appear on the Internet with his own web site, http://www.jergiles.com. Jer maintains a "green" studio in Historic Lancaster Texas. An avid computer game player, Jer brings his joy of painting, fine eye to detail, and interest in technology to the game. His decorative arts company has been in business for over 17 years. He credits his success to his theatrical background. Before Jerry crossed the footlights to paint in homes, he created his magic on the stage. Some of his credits as a Scenic Artist include: Carol Channing’s revival of "Hello Dolly" for Broadway, Henry Fonda’s one man show "Clarence Darrow For the Defense" for Broadway and broadcast live from SMU for national television, and Charlton Heston’s production of "A Man For All Seasons" in Los Angeles. "This was in the mid to late ‘70’s when Dallas was the premier place to build and paint scenery." His greatest success as a Scenic Artist came in 1979. The opera "Manon Lescaut", a coproduction of the Dallas and Miami opera companies was painted exclusively by Jerry. His fledging company Jer Giles Scenic Artist received program credit, an acknowledgment heretofore unprecedented by scenic artists. In fact in his review of the premier, John Ardoin, renowned music and opera critic for the Dallas Morning News, described Jerry’s talent as, "Remarkable old-world craftsmanship." By 1982 he began painting opera sets in homes. As their brochures states, "more than a painted finish... an ambiance." He provides dramatic environments such as murals, wine cellars, trompe l’oeil, and any number of classical and fantasy finishes. His work can also be so subtle the eye is unable to tell if the walls are painted several colors, or if it’s a trick of the natural light. |
