With a gift of paints from her grandfather, Sue Hains began her painting career at the age of seven. Inspired by the surfaces and forms she observes in nature (she received her BA in Natural History from the University of Colorado), she creates illusions of stone, animals, and plant life which range from highly stylized geometric patterns to photo realism.  

Prior to settling in Georgetown, Texas, she lived and worked in New Jersey, Colorado, Grenada, and Africa. Sue is conversant with numerous surface techniques. Some are strictly paint; others are polished plaster, made from modern mixtures based on the durable stuccos used since ancient times. For details, download PDF.

Her work has been featured on KLRU's "Central Texas Gardener" and in the Home Builders Association of Greater Austin 2007 "Parade of Homes," and participated in the Georgetown mural on the square (see photo below).

Sue Hains
Artisan Surfaces, Georgetown Texas
512 868 0193       nochenino@verizon.net

"Sue's talent for detail and her ability to fool the eye are absolutely amazing! I still did double-takes months after she painted my rustic "Pompeiian-Texan" garden mural—I had to remind myself that the faux plaster cracks, bricks, and creatures were just paint. It was hard for me to let go of my backyard paradise when I sold the house, but I can't wait until she works her magic on the next project for me. Two big thumbs up!" Deena

"Hi Sue, Deanna absolutely loves her painting of Legs, the horse! It was so realistic it looks like a photo. I love the little details such as etching Legs' show name into the fence. I can't wait until I have one made of Kona." Lisa


"Looking to decorate the walls in the living room (cathedral ceilings) of my new house with something very unique and to reflect my passion in for ancient history, I had the idea to have reproduced an eight by four foot segment of the famous 15000 year old Lascaux (France) cave painting. It was a good idea—only made far better by my selection of an artist! Sue Hains did an incredible job. It is an awesome piece of work that has become the centerpiece of my home. Accurately reproduced down to the smallest detail, the colors are perfect, and the effect stunning. A touch of class in an otherwise ordinary man-cave, I'm amazed others haven't had the same idea. Sue Hains is the modern day caveman's best friend and artist of choice!!"


"I asked Sue Hains to paint a "southwest" mural on a wall in the living area of my house. It is breath taking. The design, choice of colors, and shadowing brings the wall to life. She worked hard and never missed a detail. Guests have been amazed and its been fun discussing with them Sue's work. If I should ever move, I'll have to figure a way to pack the wall."

"Sue Hains is a professional and brilliant artist! I have seen many (and own a few) of her paintings and sketches. Whether you are looking for whimsical or realism, she does it all! Sue created a one of a kind piece of art work I commissioned as a Christmas gift. She was very patient with me and worked hard to satisfy the vision I had in my mind. It turned out beautifully and hangs proudly in my brothers home. Sue also resurfaced my kitchen walls with a tinted plaster surface and gave me the old world look and feel I have always wanted! She finished the job in a timely manner and cleaned up after each visit so our kitchen was still functional. I will always be a true fan and repeat customer! Thanks Sue for adding the beauty of your art work to my everyday life!" Becky