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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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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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NEW! CUSTOMER APPRECIATION WEEK - DECEMBER 7-12 *Specials throughout the store all week.* Daily specials – in-store only, lots of surprises – class, products, supplies specials. Giveaways (must shop during the week to be registered)
FREE CLASSES (Classes are Free, but there is a $25 supply Fee) Hours: 10am to 1pm
Parvati Textures November 13 (Friday) Register Online January 14 (Thursday) Register Online March 10 (Wednesday) Register Online May 20 (Thursday) Register Online	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 December 10 (Thursday) Register Online February 24 (Wednesday) Register Online May 5 (Wednessday) 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 3/4 pm
No Biz Like Faux Biz November 6 (Friday) Register Online February 5 (Friday) Register Online May 14 (Friday) Register Online	A comprehensive 1-day seminar teaching aspects of the faux finishing business. More info	$250
1-Day Classes Hours: 10am to 3/4 pm * Indicates Guest Instructor
Faux Basics December 4 (Friday) Register Online February 11 (Thursday) Register Online April 8 (Thursday) Register Online June 16 (Wednesday) Register Online	An introductory 1-day class. More info	$199
Cabinet Finishes November 7 (Saturday) Register Online January 9 (Saturday) Register Online March 19 (Friday) Register Online May 22 (Saturday) Register Online	One of the most requested finishes in today's market. 1-day. More info	$299
Crusted Surfaces April 16 (Friday) Register Online	Layered gesso waxed finishes that look 100 years old... without the wait! 1-day. More info	$299
* Antique Mirror January 15 (Friday) Register Online April 15 (Thursday) Register Online	You’ll be amazed how easy it is to make any mirror look aged and distressed with the only system of its kind for antiquing mirrors. Experiment with a variety of techniques including variegated leaf patterns, cepia toning, and more. Add this to your repertoire and give your clients and designers what they are swooning for. More info	$299
* RS Crete & More February 20 (Saturday) Register Online	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 November 14 (Saturday) Register Online January 8 (Friday) Register Online March 13 (Saturday) Register Online May 13 (Thursday) Register Online	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 January 22 (Friday)) Register Online April 23 (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
NEW! Urban Cabinet Collection December 11 (Friday) Register Online February 4 (Thursday) Register Online May 28 (Friday) Register Online	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
NEW! Advanced Furniture Finishes February 18 (Thursday) Register Online	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
NEW! Spray Class February 19 (Friday) 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 info	$350
NEW! Architectural Metal Finishes March 26 (Friday) 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 * Indicates Guest Instructor
Faux "Fun"damentals December 4-5 (Fri-Sat) Register Online February 11-12 (Thur-Fri) Register Online April 8-9 (Thurs-Fri) Register Online June 16-17 (Fri-Sat) Register Online	An introductory 2-day workshop. More info	$399
* Wood Graining February 26-27 (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
* Exotic Plasters March 4-5 (Thur-Fri) Register Online	Don't miss this class!! We offered it before, and everyone has been asking to bring it back. These finishes, taught by a very creative guest artist, Fred Kors, are AWESOME. These plasters are like none you have ever seen. They are exotic, textured, smooth, polished, lustrous, shiny, dull, glowing, metallic, contemporary, traditional, transitional...a medley of fabulous looks, all in one class. You will use a wide variety of Faux Effects products to accomplish these layered effects. "Wow" your designers and clients, offer something that others just dream of creatings. More info.	$599
* Ancient Art Revival March 23-24 (Tues-Wed) Register Online Note: 10am to 1pm	Create Frescoes, Architectural Reliefs, Tile Mosaics with Modern Day Recipes to Replicate Ancient Art. The Galilee Stencils are created from authentic ancient designs found in houses, mosaic floors, temples, synagogues, and churches in Israel from the end of the 19th century through 1935. These unique stencils are authentic revivals of historic architectural designs, incorporating original frescos, stone reliefs, and mosaics found in documented archeological, historical, and religious sites in Israel, mainly from the historic Sea of Galilee area. More info.	$350

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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