What people are saying.
“There are not enough stars to select... is 6/5 possible? Commissioning something so meaningful can feel like a risk because it is difficult to imagine exactly how the finished piece will turn out, but Mikaela made us feel confident and involved throughout the entire process for our mural for our wedding chuppah.
She brought a genuine human touch to the experience and was incredibly patient, communicative, and thoughtful. The Miro board she created was such a cool and helpful way for us to share inspiration and collaborate on the direction. When we had tweaks/suggestions, she was completely open to adjusting and revising the piece, and her turnaround time was phenomenal - never had an experience quite like it.
We absolutely love the finished result. It beautifully captures such an important moment in our lives and is something we will treasure forever—a true family heirloom.
Mikaela is a true professional and exceptionally talented and deeply invested in the people she works with, and we would wholeheartedly recommend her to any and all.”
Max Rosaler (Groom, Berkeley Wedding Client)
“There aren't enough good things to say about Mikaela. She created a true work of mural art in our office. She jumped right in and worked with us to make a vision (because we really didn't know what we wanted) then executed in a better way than we could even imagine!
It's not just WHAT she does that is spectacular but HOW she does it. She has the best personality. I consider her a friend now after meeting her through our project”
Mary Minno (Founder, Treehub, Los Altos CA)
“It's rare to find someone who has such excellent artistry combined with high-quality administrative and business skills! I loved my experience with Mikaela. Everything from the design process through implementation was done with such care.”
Giti Morris (Owner, The Dance Floor, Albany CA)
“We had the pleasure of collaborating with Mikaela to re-imagine the main entrance of our restaurant. The mural transformation has been nothing short of spectacular. Her design infused a warm and authentic aesthetic that beautifully reflected our brand’s roots & vision.”
Jay Jayaraman (Owner, The Mylapore Group, Sunnyvale CA)
“Working with Mikaela was a rare collaboration where intent, craft, and execution stayed aligned. She absorbed the brief quickly and carried the vision through design development with clarity. Her intuitive grasp of Eastern design sensibilities came through in a way that felt grounded and atmospheric.
With a background in landscape design, she collaborates seamlessly with architects and interior designers. Mikaela is skilled mural artist in custom murals, hospitality design, restaurant interiors, and placemaking. I would work with her again without hesitation.”
Sowmya Sudarsanam (Interior Architect, Founder, Studio Asraya, Sunnyvale CA)
“Mikaela brought my bedroom mural vision to life in the most incredible way. It was such an abstract idea, honestly hard to put into words. Somehow, she translated that vague concept into something more beautiful than I could have imagined. What she created was exactly what I had been hoping for, even before I fully knew what that looked like.
She met with me in person to sketch out the concept together, brainstorming and refining ideas in real time. I loved how collaborative the process felt. She thoughtfully incorporated the colors and design elements already present in my home décor, making the mural feel completely integrated and intentional.
Beyond her artistic talent, Mikaela was an absolute professional. She communicated clear timelines, protected all of my furniture thoroughly, and kept everything spotless — not a single spill. Since she was painting my bedroom, I continued sleeping there during the five-day project. There was no lingering paint smell, and the entire process was completely unobtrusive to our daily life.Mikaela is not only extraordinarily talented but also a genuine joy to work with. I’m already dreaming up the next project I can collaborate with her on. If you’re considering a mural, stop looking and book her — you won’t regret it!”
Jully K. (Residential Client, Albany CA)
“We had Mikaela paint a mural our new unfinished puja room door, and the result exceeded our expectations. This was not a standard painting project—the design included a textured finish with traditional Indian-style kolam details that required both artistic skill and attention to cultural aesthetics.
From the beginning, Mikaela was wonderful to work with. She provided thoughtful design advice, helped us select the right colors, communicated clearly throughout the process, and completed everything on schedule. She was also very responsive whenever we had questions.
The craftsmanship and attention to detail are exceptional. The finished door looks completely custom, beautifully complements our home's style, and has become one of our favorite design features in the house.
We highly recommend Mikaela to anyone looking for quality work, reliability, and a true eye for design.”Harini S. (Residential Client, Cupertino CA)
