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Painting and Decorating Directory: Faux : Training and Courses

Kelly  S. King(US)

Welcome to The Kelly S. King Institute of Decorative Finishes™ . Our curriculum specializes in instruction in the art of faux and decorative painting. Our course selection varies from the contemporary faux finishes demanded by the interior design industry, to the classical European plaster finishes, to both the classic and designer faux furniture finishes. Excellence in faux finishing and decorative painting is not accomplished by accident. It is the fruition of proper training involving practical studies in mastering the various faux and decorative art forms combined with knowledge of the correct tools and materials used to execute them. While all great craftsmen utilize the finest tools and materials available to them, the use of these tools and materials alone will not produce a fine work of art, the artist must have the knowledge to put them to use. What you are about to read will help explain to you what sets us apart in the faux and decorative painting instruction industry. Why we are one of the premiere schools in faux and decorative painting education. Whether you are a beginner in the trade, or have many years of experience, with our school, you will embark on an incredible journey which will both stimulate and educate even the best faux and decorative finishers in the trade. Kelly S. King Institute of Decorative Finishes is dedicated to providing the most complete, comprehensive instruction in the art of faux and decorative finishing. We have successfully trained well over one thousand faux finishers, from beginners to accomplished decorative artists. We have compiled our secrets based on years of experience, from our institute, and from training people throughout the country with state of the art Faux Effects™ and Aqua Finishing Solutions™ water-based systems. Please take the time to tour every page of our web site, and please accept our invitation to take a day to tour our facility and visit our showroom and see for yourself why your investment in faux and decorative finishing should be placed with us. (We will accommodate you for one night's stay to come and visit our facility/showroom.) Our goal is to translate response into results. Some teachers teach for others to learn. That is not us. We teach for others to accomplish. Enjoy, as you tour through our web site. Success starts with the best knowledge you can obtain. Why postpone your future? This will be the best investment in your faux and decorative painting future. We hope to see you at our next school. in-faux.com

Faux Finishing and Painting Techniques.

Welcome to the world of faux finishing. At our showroom we feature a variety of faux finishes such as: marbling, ragging, woodgraining, antiquing, crackle, patina and metal finishes. We can duplicate natural stone, marble and wallpaper for walls, furniture and accessories. We have created three videos for those who are interested in faux finishes. These videos are easy to follow for beginners, do-it-yourself-ers, as well as the professional faux painting artisans. With our Faux Videos you can learn at your own pace and view the videos over and over until you perfect the various decorative painting and faux painting techniques, or view the videos later to refresh your memory. The beauty of faux finishes is that you can change the colors to complement any decor. To enhance and complement our faux finishing videos we have added 3 additional videos. Murals Made EZ; Stencils and Strokes; Trompe L'Oeil Business opportunity package showing how you too can start this fast growing business from your home.www.fauxvideos.com

Pro Faux.(USA)

Since 1990, Pro Faux has Worked with Students, Colleagues, and Manufacturers to Set the Standards for Decorative Finishing in the United States. Greg Frohnapfel,  Pro Faux's Artistic Director, is a graduate of the London, England-based Pardon School of Specialist Decoration. He has been an interior design artist since 1974. John Catalanotto, Pro Faux's Business Manager, has an extensive background in business and faux finishing.  Pro Faux has conducted over 1000 workshops and seminars around the world. Their efforts have served as a catalyst for the resurgence of faux finishing in the United States. Through their teaching and consultation with decorative product manufacturers, they hope to maintain a high standard of custom decorative finishing in the United States. ProFaux continues to provide reasonably priced and conveniently scheduled, hands-on workshops , that cover virtually all aspects of the Decorative Finishing industry. Greg and John spend as much time and effort creating a comfortable working atmosphere as they do teaching actual techniques . After all, learning to create faux finishes can be challenging enough without added embarrassment or intimidation. They find that this extra effort pays off, often resulting in long-term relationships with their students./www.profaux.com

FauxFilled  Dreams.(Cal. USA)

Learn the Art of Faux Finishing, Venetian Plaster, and Trompe L'oeil Murals at the Hands of Renowned Artists. Faux Finish Painting is experiencing a revival. This age old art is taught by accomplished artists so it can be learned easily by the professional and amateur alike. All it takes is the desire to learn, patience, and practice. In less time than it takes to read a good book, you can realize your dream of becoming a Faux Finish Artist. As a new career or for home improvement, you will soon be creating the depth, textures, movement, beauty, and elegance that is associated with the old world art of Faux Finish Painting.www.fauxfilleddreams.com

Fine Furniture Finishing.(USA)

How-to videotapes demonstrate faux finishing, decorative painting, and clear wood finishing techniques. The tapes have received tremendous reviews and carry a lifetime guaranty of satisfaction.www.finefurniturefinishing.com

Tust Studio(Pine.Az.USA)

Offering Faux Workshops including Woodgraining, Marbleizing, Color, Gilding, Wall Glazing. Small workshops provide lots on one on with with the teacher. Teachers are experienced in both the Painting and Faux Finishing fields. See website for class descriptions and dateswww.tuststudio.com

FauxEverBeautiful.(Bensalem.PA.USA)

FauxEver Beautiful URL is www.fauxschoolbyfeb.com FauxEver Beautiful - There's faux place like home!

Faux Finishing Classes and Aqua Finishing Solutions® Faux Finishing Products.

We are a Faux Effects™ retailer carrying the Aqua Finishing Solutions® product line, a complete paint line from primers to topcoats with everything in between.We will ship worldwide. FauxEver Beautiful offers decorative workshops for beginners to pros. Our classes will surpass any of your expectations! We are a " bring it to the wall" finishing school. After completing sample boards, we offer classes where you can practice faux in one of our rooms. Learning to do corners, angles, and ceilings will prove invaluable! We offer 1/2 day, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 day classes plus a three week apprenticeship program. Faux Ever Beautiful is located at 5127 Bensalem Boulevard, Bensalem, PA 19020 USA. Telephone # 1-866-YOU-FAUX. www.fauxschoolbyfeb.com