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"We Put The Trick, In The Trompe Of Trompe L'Oeil"

Art Effects is not affilaited with any faux finishing schools, decorative painting classes or product lines in the faux finishing industry and at this time we do not offer any classes or workshops in faux finish painting or murals. Due to the high number of emails Art Effects receives on a daily basis asking if we teach faux finishing or offer mural classes or what faux finishing schools or faux painting instructors would we recommend, We have come up with this list of schools in the faux finishing industry that offer classes in faux finish painting, plastering techniques and related artwork. The faux finishing schools, faux painting classes, and mural related workshops we have listed on this page are classes we have attended (or have friends that have attended) or instructors we know personally or have cooresponded with over the years. We hope that as time goes by we will be adding to our list of recommmended faux finishing schools, faux painting classes and related mural workshops.

Kathy Carroll

Owner of The Chicago Institute of Fine Finishes and Faux by Kathy
a faux finishing school where "Your Imagination is Your Only Limitation".
Through Kathy and other faux painting and product instructors,
you can spice up your portfolio with the hottest new trends
in decorative finishing.

Faux finishing classes and workshops in
decorative finishes are offered in...

Wood finishes
Furniture and Decorative Embellishments
Airbrushed Stenciling
Custom Wallpaper
Old World Glazing, Textures, and Crackles
Marble, Stone, and Metals
Money and Marketing...how to run a sucessful faux finishing buisness
And much more....please visit The Chicago Institute of Fine Finishes
for a complete list of faux finish classes offered. Kathy has over 16 years experience in the decorative arts and interior design fields, this along with her talents in creating unique faux finishes gives Kathy a background worth sharing with other faux artisans, muralists and decorative painters. Her faux finishing school offers a variety decorative painting and faux finish classes and workshops for both industry professionals and do-it-yourself students.
You can also visit Kathy's online faux finishing supply store,
Not affilaited with any one product line, she offers many quality faux finishing products. The Chicago Institute of Fine Finishes and Faux by Kathy offers a wide variety of faux painting products and decorative painting supplies.

Kathy can easily be reached by email or post her a message at Talk Faux, A message board dedicated to...
"Bringing Together The World Of Decorative Artists"

The Chicago Institute of Fine Finishes
is highly recommended as a faux finishing school.

Royal Design Studio

A leader in the faux finishing industry, Royal Design Studio offers decorative stencils, stenciling and decorative painting tools.
Melanie Royals founder of Royal Design Studio
and The Royal American Academy of Stencil Arts offers a level of class
and sophistication that is unmatched in the faux finishing
and decorative arts industry.

Modello Designs decorative, single-use masking patterns.
This product adds a whole new dimension to the
faux finishing and plastering industry.
Please check out the faux finish classes
and faux finishing workshops offered here...
Modello Workshops

Bella Vernici

This Stuff Works
Developed by a conglomerate of Decorative Artists and Concrete Contractors the Bella Vernici System creates a concrete staining system without limitations. Giving the architectual concrete industry a lift to new hieghts. Through countless decorative concrete finishing workshops across the country and continuous online assistance
you will be guaranteed Decorative Concrete Information
That Will Floor You...
Don't miss this oppurtunity to add to your portfolio of decorative finishes.
Bella Vernici is highly recommended.

Mural Workshops and Lots More Murals!

Michael Cooper

Since starting Murals & More, Michael has been involved in mural and trompe l'oeil projects ranging from small interior residential rooms to 400' exterior commercial walls. Also an accomplished faux painter, he has transformed many walls into fabulous brick, intricate marble and marvelous textures. Michael is known for his attention to detail, as well as his whimsical application of trompe l'oeil.

Learn the art and business of murals from one of the best.

World-renown muralist Michael Cooper, of Murals & More LLC, distills his almost 20 years of experience into an information-rich, week-long mural workshop. And as an added bonus, his partner/wife Mickie discusses the finer points of running a mural business. Two instructors for the price of...well...two instructors. For beginners and professionals alike.

Michael Cooper at Murals & More is highly recommended.
Don't forget to say hello to his wife Mickie, if it weren't for her,
he wouldn't be here at all.

Karen Hetzer Murals

Karen began painting in 1996. She is a self taught decorative artist, specializing in murals,
and believes with practice and patience, anyone can learn to do this.
Her intention is to provide advice and support to those who are just beginning
to take their first steps to becoming a mural artist.
Using short, uncomplicated video demonstrations Karen shares simple,
yet effective painting techniques to help give the beginning muralist a foundation
on which to grow their own personal style with confidence.

Karen Hetzer Mural Classes to Go are highly recommended.

The Wood Icing Company

Rose Wilde is the inventor of the Wood Icing technique and manufactures this inovative faux finishing product.
Wood Icing is a simple three-part process that can be applied to wood, metal, and plastic. This technique is a revolutionary way to resurface wood furniture, kitchen and bath cabinets with a durable, yet beautiful custom designed finishes.
In a Wood Icing 3 Day Workshop students will learn the resurfacing design patterns such as...the Natural Cork Design, Reptile Skins, Rose's signature design "Cracklin' Rose", Petite Rose & Lace, Cracked Leather, Tooled or Embossed Leather and many more.
Add to your portfolio of designer finishes with Wood Icing

The Faux Finish School

A division of Martin Alan Hirsch...Decorative Finishes Studio

"The Internet's first and most attended faux painting programs in the world!"
Whether you are an aspiring faux finisher just starting out or a professional
in the faux finishing industry wanting to advance your skills to the next level...
The Faux Finish School offers several decorative painting classes
and workshops catered to your specific needs.

To Learn The Art And Business of Faux Finishing
The Faux Finish School and Martin Alan Hirsch are recommended.

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Trompe L'Oeil, Murals, Faux Finishes and Hand Painted Furniture by Art Effects... a Florida based Mural company.

Faux Finishing Schools and Mural Painting Classes Recommended Faux Schools, Faux Finishing Classes, Faux Finish Workshops and Mural Lessons

"We Put The Trick, In The Trompe Of Trompe L'Oeil"

Faux finishing classes and workshops in decorative finishes are offered in...

Mural Workshops and Lots More Murals!

Learn the art and business of murals from one of the best.

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