Faux finishes add old-world charm Oct 31, 2009
She is the founder of Garay Artisans, a company that specializes in decorative painting and faux finishes on walls, floors and ceilings. The business is based in Groveland, just west of Orlando in Lake County. (FOX61, CT)
Painting outside the box Oct 15, 2009
He had wanted to paint a third box, outside 607 Boylston St. But the Back Bay Architectural Commission rejected the idea, stating in a letter that any such decorative painting, however attractive it might be in the abstract, would have the effect of celebrating a utilitarian feature at the aesthetic expense of the architectural context. Hamawi wasn t bothered by the rejection. (Boston Globe)
Kick off to the arts: A listing of local arts organizations and events for 2009-2010 Sep 18, 2009
The mission of the Ssociety is : To stimulate worldwide interest in and appreciation for decorative painting; to recognize the diversity of and excellence in the art form; and to serve as the educational resource center for all aspects of decorative painting. The Palettes participate in several community projects. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Rodeo window art livens up storefronts Sep 8, 2009
advertisement Lasha, 51, of Yakima, is a self-taught artist with her own business: Artistic Accents Decorative Painting. Locals begin to see her on the sidewalks of downtown Ellensburg with paintbrush in hand about a month before the Labor Day weekend. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
To the Rescue Aug 29, 2009
Family-owned Avi Decorative Painting, founded 21 years ago, services Palo Alto and the Bay Area in new construction jobs, repaints and remodels. It also specializes in historical restoration. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
PHOTO GALLERY: Seniors paint up some fun Jun 30, 2009
Cilla Sorensen paints leaves on her glass during a decorative painting class held at the Council on Aging ... Scenes from a decorative painting class at the Council on Aging by WIcked Local photographer David Sokol. (Wakefield Daily Item, MA)
History organizations revive YesterDays celebration May 20, 2009
Inside will be rug-hookers and quilters and demonstrations of other Victorian home crafts, like chair-caning and decorative painting. Residents can receive a copy of Daniel Webster s chowder recipe, and sample some. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Color forecast: Use it for interior inspiration this spring Apr 15, 2009
The booklet is also filled with timely ideas and inspiration plus suggestions for a decorative painting technique or two, with numerous room settings to illustrate. While 18 trend colors are forecasted, Benjamin Moore has its eye on three selections predicted to be exceedingly popular. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Akin Building Center to celebrate expansion on April 25 Apr 14, 2009
KSOM Radio will be broadcasting from the store from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Decorative painting classes will be held throughout the day to demonstrate sponge and other painting techniques. The store will also be hosting a 10 percent off sale for everything in the store on the open house day. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Artist uses her home as a canvas for murals, designs Mar 23, 2009
She officially started her decorative painting business 15 years ago and now paints in homes, restaurants and other businesses throughout St. Louis, relying only on word-of-mouth from her customers. There is very little in the Hanson's Kirkwood, Mo. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Northwestern Art Society annual art show approaching Mar 16, 2009
3-D/Functional Art: fiber arts (quilting, needlework, all fiber arts), sculpture, designer arts/jewelry, decorative painting and functional art. A breakdown of descriptions for each category within this Photography and Digital Art division is provided below. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Bold and the beautiful Mar 3, 2009
"Some people call it folk art, but that's not very fair. I call it narrative or decorative painting," Menzies says. "It is very ephemeral. And there were a wide range of artists. Some were traditionally trained painters of the Imperial Academy, while others were self-taught itinerant and rural artisans. They were kept busy fulfilling orders from all sectors of Korean society. "Many of the screens and wall hangings were put up in homes, and a lot were destroyed by normal wear and tear, or through... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Decorative Painting Class Planned Feb 21, 2009
Published: Saturday, February 21, 2009 6:08 AM EST Vicki Alley, a local decorative artist who has been painting and teaching decorative painting in the Frostproof area for a few years, will start a six week program for beginners at the Frostproof Art Gallery on Wall Street in Frostproof. Classes will be on Thursday nights from 6:30 to 8:30. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Feb. 19 recreation programs Feb 18, 2009
Get involved with the latest decorative painting craze. One stroke painting is a simple painting technique that allows you to blend, shade and highlight in one easy to learn stroke. (Littleton Independent, MA)
TV pro reveals her true colors Feb 16, 2009
After her daughters were born, Hirsch launched Faux Real - a firm offering decorative painting, color consulting and design services ... Color Splash airs at 9 p.m. Saturdays on HGTV. For decorative painting instructions from Hirsch, visit. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Let the sun shine with Arlington Community Education Feb 8, 2009
Painting Outdoors Drawing for Beginners Italian for Travelers Essential Wine Decorative Painting Zumba. Cool Crochet Get Started Quilting Gardening for Butterflies. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
