New Offerings:

Introduction to European Marbling & Graining with Patrick LaHeyne

We are excited to bring Patrick LaHeyne back to our Atlanta studio for an intensive 5-day class. This beginning marbling and graining instruction in the European tradition focuses on the use of tools, learning the structures of woods and marbles and making samples. Patrick is the Senior Instructor at the Belgium Painting Craft Teachers College, one of Europe’s finest training facilities for artisans. He is considered one of the best craftsmen and artists in the world and is well-respected by his peers.

5 Day

Course fee: $1495

Deposit: $500

Advanced Cabinetry

This class builds on the fine finishes covered in Creative Cabinetry and includes such techniques as dimensional finishes as well as applied motifs. Expect to focus on high-end finishes that will guarantee you some spectacular additions to your repetoire.

3 Day

Course fee: $995

Deposit: $300

RsCrete™

This new material from Faux Effects is so exciting it deserves its own two-day class. A translucent, concrete-like material suitable for interior and exterior applications, RsCrete™ is perfect for creating beautiful walls, floors and countertops and can even be used on furniture and glass surfaces. You will produce eight to twelve sample boards of RsCrete™ in a variety of gorgeous colors and in layered combination with other materials to create depth and complexity.

2 Day

Course fee: $675

Deposit: $200

Marvelous Metallics featuring LusterSuede™

Design trends have shown that metallic finishes are hotter than ever, and in this class we will explore elegant metallic finishes guaranteed to brighten up any portfolio. We will discuss and practice methods of applying metallic base coats, incorporating metallics into glazes and texture fi nishes. We will also investigate the design potential of combining often-overlooked metallic media.

3 Day

Course fee: $995

Deposit: $300

Portfolio Magic: Magical Metallics

This 2-day workshop offers students the opportunity to explore the glamour of metallics. Design trends have shown that metallic finishes are hotter than ever, and in this class, we will explore elegant metallic finishes guaranteed to brighten up any portfolio. We will discuss and practice methods of applying metallic base coats and incorporating metallics into glazes and texture finishes. We will also investigate the design potential of combining often-overlooked metallic media.

2 Day

Course fee: $675

Deposit: $200

Building Your Profitable Business

Preparing for your future? Come join us for an in-depth look at business planning and strategies that will move your business in your chosen direction. Examine these important elements of planning: development of your goals; analysis of your existing business and projections; and developing a targeted marketing plan that fits your individual needs. This 3-session class meets one Saturday in October, November and December. Monthly reading, handouts and homework assignments will be discussed and examined in a moderated forum. (For students of The Finishing Source in Atlanta, you may use MVP points for the entire tuition at our Atlanta studio.) Please note: students must attend all 3 sessions as work in each session builds on previous sessions.

3 Day

Course fee: $300

Deposit: $100

Spraying for Decorative Artists :

Day one of this two-day class will cover the basics of sprayers and spraying and will focus on applying basecoats and topcoats. The second day will provide additional hands-on practice as well as discussing further uses of the sprayer for the decorative finisher.

2 Day

Course fee: $675

Deposit: $200

Estimating for Decorative Artists :

This two-day class will examine the theory and practice of doing take-offs and estimates of such projects as wall spaces, trim and cabinetry. In addition to lectures on all the details of creating more accurate estimates, the students will do actual take-offs and estimates using blueprints of sample rooms and receive feedback on their conclusions.

2 Day

Course fee: $500

Deposit: $200

Photographing Your Work :

If you are frustrated by the new digital technology or can never seem to get a decent shot of your finishes? This class, taught by professional photographer Kathy Wolfe, is for you. In a fun-filled informative day you will learn the basics of shooting and lighting samples, furniture, walls and more. Topics covered will include :

Bring along your camera and manual for hands on advice and practice.

1 Day

Course fee: $225

Deposit: $100