Faux by Kathy Textures Fresco and Crackles

Textures, Fresco and Crackles

This three-day course is designed to teach you how to create the rich textures of the Old World. Working with Lime Butter and stencils you will develop a “faux fresco”. Crackles are so important to the old world look you can’t go a minute longer without knowing how and when to use crackles. We will focus on techniques to make your work easier, and achieving a finish quality that will sell!

These fabulous finishes are an essential to your portfolio. Knowledge is power.

After completion of this course you will be able to add new life, style and elegance to most paintable surfaces. You will have the expertise to take everyday walls or surfaces and change them into a beautiful work of arts that you will be proud of. Your imagination is your only limitation.

You will take home 15 samples that you will be proud to show. Your portfolio will catch the attention of the most discriminating clientele. You will leave with the confidence to implement the finishes without hesitation, again and again.

Some of the exciting finishes/products
that you will learn could include:

Please click on samples to see finishes.

Smooth Rock

Rotto

Marmo Plaster

Crackled

Diamonds Are Forever

Trowel Glaze

All workshop materials are furnished. You will leave with a manual that not only helps you to reproduce the finishes you have created at the Institute, but it will become a life-long resource. It is our firm belief that your success is our success.

We are here to support each other!
Enjoy learning in a relaxed and friendly environment while discovering the newest developments in products and techniques.

$1075.00 per student

50% DEPOSIT required in advance to reserve space. Balance due upon registration.
(Transportation and lodging not included; lunch complimentary)

Call to register 800 797-4305
or
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