Classes are divided into the following 7 categories for easy navigation  :  Click on any one  or browse through them all -  Faux Finishes -  Faux Projects - Faux Stained Glass - Architectural - Murals - Painting Designs-  Excrusted Chinoiseerie.

 

Faux Finishes
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#1

Fundamental

#2

Bravura

 

12 Techniques

8 hours

10 Techniques

16 hours

7  Techniques

12 hours

7  Techniques

12 hours

Faux Projects
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#5

Sienna/Remi Blue

#6

Malachite/Roy

Faux Stained Glass
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Architectural Feature
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Mural & Landscape Painting
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6 hours

Classical Painting Techniques

#23

Award Winning

Faux Mabre Table Top

#24

Classic Painting

#25 

Klimpt Rendition

#26

Excrusted Chinoiserie

Island

All instructions can be given in oil, acyrlic or a combination of both, with the exception of Advanced Faux which is oil only.

The times given are educated estimates, Any combination of techniques, subjects and projects can be entertained.  Classes and seminars can be custom designed, with and around any of these and related subjects  to suit your individual or group's interests and needs.

#27

Ceiling Mural

24 hours (less girl)

over 3 days

If you are at least somewhat aware of my background, you will appreciate what I look for and expect from a Faux Meister Teacher. It is little by comparison to the challenges I have faced and that you may encounter in the future. It is not an easy path and I may lay down some bread-crumbs to follow, but do not expect me to remove all the thorns.

If you pass any the involved tests, I will be at your side as a mentor. If you are certified a teacher, I will attest to the fact that you have proven worthy.

The certification program is essentially separate from any training program (classes, seminars, practicum), even those offered by The Faux Meister School and Faux Meister Teachers. If any of you think yourself qualified due to self-education or other formal and informal training, then you are most welcome to participate and submit to the tests.

And so, any of you who have already participated in the Fundamental and any Advanced Seminar (yes, those with the pretty Attendance Certificates) and if you have diligently practiced what you have learned, may be ready for Part 1, Part 2, even Part 3 of the tests.

Of course, I hope, you may benefit from at least some TFMS instructions.

Even now semi-retired, I will remain the principal teacher and judging agent of this program; this, until at least seven individuals are fully certified and then gradually take over the process.

The Tests.
You need to illustrate a good working knowledge in at least three distinctly different materials. Beyond that, the choice of product and tools is yours. Only results count.

Level I, Fundamental:
Present:

24 - 10”x15” boards using the same techniques as in 3-day seminar
.2 - 10”x15” boards of unique fantasy finishes.
.3 - 10”x15” boards of wood and/or marble imitations after photo or sample
.6 - 10”x15” boards using different materials for two of each, such as oil, acrylic, silicate, etc.
.....Provide, copyrighted, ready to publish written instructions for the later.

Level II, Advanced:
Present:

3 - 24”x36” boards faux Sienna or Verde, Portoro or Salome and Oak
1 - 30”x60” panel with 3 faux stones and pin-striping, in a classic design
1 - polychrome or faux-finish and antique one 3-D item, your choice
1 - faux finished column, your choice of finish
1 - faux marble tabletop, 24” round, as per instructions
1 - faux wood intarsia table top, 36” square, as per your design
.....Provide, copyrighted, ready to publish written instruction for the later.

Level III, Faux Meister:
Present:

Written, detailed estimate and proposal for one of two client projects.
A wall area larger then 30’ x 8’ using a minimum of one decorative finish
A small room, using a minimum of three faux finishes
Provide, copyrighted, ready to publish written instructions for the later
Plan, advertise, prepare and teach one 3 and one 5 day seminars

Every aspect of all work will be considered and grading will follow a point system. Each levels presentation can be submitted as segment and can be repeated twice if necessary.

For further information, please contact me direct.