Paintin' the Town Faux is Atlanta’s
premier school for the decorative arts and surface
finishing, offering faux painting instruction from beginning
to mastery levels. Learn the art of decorative finishes
and business development the pros use, from the faux
painting pros. Paintin' the Town Faux offers students
a proven system for success.
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Course
samples can be viewed online and seen and touched in our
showroom in Atlanta.
There are no prerequisites for any class, but we highly
suggest that if you are a beginner, you start with Faux
Basics or Faux Fundamentals.
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Schedule.
All below workshops and seminars
are held at our school in Atlanta, Georgia. (Alpharetta
area)
2830 Holcomb Bridge Road | Alpharetta,
GA 30022 | 800-549-0414 | 770-641-7641
All
workshops taught at Paintin' the Town Faux offer professional
level certifications.
We also offer a comprehensive Curriculum Program. See
details.
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ANNUAL
OPEN HOUSE - Saturday, August
21 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Doin the faux fun at
Paintin' the Town Faux. See what’s new and exciting
at our 5,000 square-foot “faux”cility with entertainment,
free demos, guest artists, door prizes, food and drinks,
and more. Enjoy 10% off on any products you buy or
classes you register for throughout the day. Specials
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| FREE CLASSES
(Classes are Free, but there is a $25 supply
Fee) Hours:
10am to 1pm |
Parvati
Textures
May 20 (Thursday)
Register
Online
August 12 (Thursday) Register
Online
October 8 (Friday) Register
Online
December 1 (Wednesday) Register
Online
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Become a certified installer
of these unique natural wall coverings. This European
product can be customized, any color, fine or coarse
texture, with added effects such as metallic glitters,
mica flakes, yarns, chips, dyes, and more. Class includes
hands-on training, manual, and marketing brochures.
Samples may vary. Class
is free; all you pay is a $25.00 supply fee. |
Was
$250
Now $25
Fee |
Removatex
May 5 (Wednesday)
Register
Online
July 9 (Friday) Register
Online
September 22 (Wednesday) Register
Online
November 18 (Thursday) Register
Online |
Learn decorative finishes
with plaster that is completely removable. This pre-mixed,
easy-to-use product can be applied thin and smooth
to heavy and roughly textured. It can be tinted or
over-glazed any color. Use it for total coverage,
brick or stone shapes, ornamental stenciling, and
so much more. More
info Class
is free; all you pay is a $25.00 supply fee. |
Was
$250
Now $25
Fee |
| 1-Day Seminar
Hours: 10am to 3pm |
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Biz Like Faux Biz
May 14 (Friday) Register
Online
August 13
(Friday) Register
Online
November 12 (Friday) Register
Online
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A comprehensive 1-day
seminar teaching aspects of the faux finishing business.
More info |
$250 |
| 1-Day Classes
Hours: 10am to 3pm *
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Faux
Basics
June 16
(Wednesday) Register
Online
August 5 (Thursday)
Register
Online
October 1 (Friday) Register
Online
December 2 (Thursday) Register
Online |
An introductory
1-day class. More
info |
$199 |
| Cabinet
Finishes
May 22 (Saturday)
Register
Online
July 17 (Saturday) Register
Online
September 23 (Thursday) Register
Online
November 6 (Saturday) Register
Online
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One of the most requested
finishes in today's market. 1-day. More
info |
$299 |
| Crusted
Surfaces
November 5 (Friday)
Register
Online |
Layered gesso waxed
finishes that look 100 years old... without the wait!
1-day. More
info |
$299 |
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RS Crete
& More
August 24 (Tuesday)
Register
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RsCrete™ is a concrete
overlay that is easy to apply, versatile, and allows
for artistic creativity. It is translucent, yet tintable,
and can be stained, stenciled, and enhanced with multi-colored
effects. It can be used interior and exterior on walls,
floors, countertops, even glass! Take your faux finishing
business to a new level and create the professional
finishes clients and designers crave. This unique
workshop not only covers RS Crete decorative concrete,
but has a sampling of many of the other RS series
products.
The Faux Effects proprietary product line used in
this class cannot be purchased without taking a certified
class such as this one. More
info |
$350 |
| Countertop
Finishes
May 13 (Thursday)
Register
Online
July 15 (Thursday) Register
Online
October 23 (Saturday) Register
Online
December 10 (Friday) Register
Online
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Now you can offer an
alternative to old, dated countertops with the updated,
contemporary appeal of genuine stone or granite. Techniques
include faux tumbled tile (great for countertops or
backsplashes), concrete overlay, and more. More
info |
$350 |
| NEW!
Urban & Transitional
Finishes
September 21 (Tuesday)
Register
Online
November 19 (Friday) Register
Online |
In 2010, we will see
more contemporary, slick, polished looks…less is more.
If you are looking for the modern, cosmopolitan finishes
that top designers want for today’s high-tech décor,
you don’t want to miss this class. Includes foils,
large-pattern stencils, organic contemporary. More
info. |
$350 |
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NEW! Urban
Cabinet Collection
May 28 (Friday) Register
Online
July 16 (Friday) Register
Online
December 11 (Saturday) Register
Online
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Tired of the same old
finishes? These higher tech finishes are for the client/designer
that has a taste for the future. Urban is in. More
info. |
$350 |
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NEW! Advanced
Furniture Finishes
August 25 (Wednesday)
Register
Online
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It's amazing how a few
faux painted finishes can transform
a piece of furniture, isn't it? Watch a plain old
end table transform into a work of art right before
your eyes. More
info |
$350
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NEW! Hot New Finishes
August 26 (Thursday)
Register
Online
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What's Hot? Find out
with this workshop that follows the latest trends
in faux painting. A great workshop for sprucing up
your portfolio to show your clients. |
$350
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| NEW!
Spray Class
August 23 (Monday)
Register
Online |
Learn fast and easy
ways to accomplish techniques using a professional
sprayer. You will learn: to use sprayer, an assortment
of techniques, cleaning tips, types of sprayers, overspray
hints, set up and spray booths addressed. More
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$350 |
| NEW!
Architectural
Metal Finishes
October 21 (Thursday)
Register
Online |
Metal finishes are the
rage in today’s economy. In this class, you will learn
how to accomplish realistic metals, including; copper,
bronze, aluminum, rust, gilding, oxidation. Make any
surface — door, stove hood, bar front, ceiling, ceiling
tiles, backsplash, any appliance; stove, refrigerator,
dishwasher, counter top, statue, wall--look like metal.
More
info. |
$350 |
| 2-Day
Workshops
Hours:10am-4/5
pm
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| Faux
"Fun"damentals
June 16-17 (Fri-Sat)
Register
Online
August 5-6 (Thurs-Fri) Register
Online
October 1-2 (Fri-Sat)
Register
Online
December 2-3 (Thurs-Fri)
Register Online
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An introductory 2-day
workshop. More
info |
$399
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Wood
Graining
September
24-25 (Fri-Sat) Register
Online |
In this class on the
fundamentals of wood graining (Faux Bois), you will
learn how to realistically render wood grain finishes,
including wood structure and analysis, graining patterns,
color considerations for various types of wood (base
colors and glazes), areas of application, proportion,
and proper use of graining tools. Taught by Tracy
Lindsey, professional decorative artist and member
of the International Salon of Decorative Painters.
More info. |
$599 |
| European
Plasters
October 14-15 (Thurs-Fri)
Register
Online
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This class has it all.
Learn the old-world high-end textures that designers
and clients are asking for, including crumbled plaster,
plastered lime fresco, crackle sampler, Venetian plaster,
marmorino, LusterStone, and more. Samples may vary.
More info. |
$450 |
Become recognized as a professional artist
and enjoy a lucrative income, or learn faux painting techniques
to make your own home a work of art. All classes, unless
noted, are taught by Susie Goldenberg, owner.
Specials:
During any class, take advantage of the
following (not good with any other discount):
Purchase products
- choice of one:
• Get 10% off all products purchased
• Purchase products totaling over $200.00 and receive
1 free seminar
Register for classes - choice of one:
• Get 10% off any future class (no discounts
on classes taught by guest artists)
• Sign up for any class and receive 1 FREE seminar.
All Classes include:
• Continental breakfast
• Hands-on learning
• Professional tips
• Use of products, materials,
& tools
• Non-intimidating environment
• Large sample boards to take
home
• Instruction Manual
Refund Policy:
A 2-week cancellation notice is required for a
deposit refund or transfer, less $25.00 processing fee.
We reserve the right to cancel any class that does not
meet our participant requirement, with full refund or
transfer option.
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