Painter credits mother-in-law with making it work Aug 9, 2007
Emily StewartLowellMother of Miles, 7, and Margot, 4Burchill InteriorsInterior decorative painting. If she had to identify one person to credit most with the success of her career as an interior decorative painter, Emily Stewart would not pick any of her instructors at art school or the clients who provided her with big breaks early on. (Boston Globe -- Business)
AT HOME WITH John Baden Aug 2, 2007
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Art fair Saturday in Arbor Vitae Jul 11, 2007
Art work exhibited includes fine original crafts, paintings, drawings, stained glass, sculpture, jewelry, decorative painting, carving, basketry, textiles, woodworking, pottery and more. ADVERTISEMENT. (Forest Republican, WI)
New store offers unique gifts, crafts Jul 9, 2007
Deneen Datcher, who owned a gift store in upstate New York before moving to Connecticut years ago, is already scheduling classes in decorative painting, watercolors, acrylic still life and her own techique, "1,2,3 Landscape," that she says anyone can use to create a landscape piece in two hours. New Haven Register 2007. (New Haven Register, CT)
Natural-born decorators Jun 15, 2007
"This evolved," says her collaborator, younger daughter Sondra, 24, whose artwork and decorative painting adorn the walls and kitchen cabinets. "Decorating a house is something that comes in time. Like a family, a house has to grow. Otherwise, it's contrived.". (Newsday -- Long Island)
Museums in Prigueux May 5, 2007
Visits are guided and go through the history of the decorative painting by the fascinating work they have on display. Not only can guests see a variety of techniques and artists, they can participate by taking a workshop and learning how to do it themselves. (Suite101.com)
Art show open through Thursday Apr 24, 2007
I started with decorative painting and was invited to join a painting group three years ago. I had never painted on canvas and I loved it. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Home Selling Tips for Homeowners Apr 8, 2007
Place a decorative painting or sculpture close to the entrance to entice the buyers to continue on their tour of your home. Once the buyers are in the home you want them to get excited about each area and see the endless possibilities of decorating the living space. (Suite101.com)
Elegant ... but comfy Mar 22, 2007
The term refers to a variety of decorative painting techniques, such as sponging, ragging, crackling or distressing, which create an illusion of texture or blended colors on the wall and can create either a dramatic or a soft, subtle appearance. Another developing trends is that "wallpaper is coming back," said Christine Dever, interior designer at Cherry House, a Louisville interior design and furniture store. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Sisters aim to maintain Norwegian traditions Feb 17, 2007
Also offered are demonstrations in making Norwegian foods like lefse, krumkaka, goro and rosettes; courses in different styles of sewing including knitting and crocheting, tatting and embroidery; and art classes in watercolor and rosemaling, a type of decorative painting. The courses are a bargain, often just $50 for a semester's worth of lessons. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Days Gone By ...: Artist’s life is worth a thousand words Jan 7, 2007
Texarkana Gazette: News and Classifieds From Texarkana, Texas/Arkansas. Artist s life is worth a thousand words Saturday, January 6, 2007 12:13 PM CST. (Texarkana Gazette, TX)
High & mighty stylish Jan 4, 2007
In addition to the more stately plaster embellishments, elegantly patterned ceilings also are becoming popular, says Carol Reitz, owner and operator of Alchemy Design, an East Patchogue interior design firm that specializes in faux finishing and decorative painting ... "They turned the room that's off the master bedroom into a nursery, and I did that billowy fabric ceiling with the carousel animals painted on the walls, and they have a beautiful brass crib - a real fantasy kind of thing. It's... (Newsday -- Entertainment)
Local artists spruce up businesses for holiday season Dec 12, 2006
I have done a lot of decorative painting in my time. Estep has been painting commercially for 15 years. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Ready for the holidays Dec 4, 2006
Throughout the house, Judy has added touches of decorative painting, whether it s stripes, stenciling or flowers, to give the walls a soft, antique look. I wanted it to be like the older houses, like when you go to grandma s.. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Stenciling a floor Nov 21, 2006
Just as with any other decorative painting technique, Shari and I always make a sample board before we start the actual project. It's a good way to try your hand at stenciling without making costly mistakes. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
On a mission in a niche market Nov 19, 2006
Barbara Wiss, 72, of Carlisle just cooks for herself and her husband, but she'd rather be doing decorative painting or doll-making. Janice Wiss, 41, of South Middleton Township, who had brought her mother-in-law to a meal-making session, is a stay-at-home mom, but enjoys not having to hop, dice and slice just as her 9- and 13-year-old get home from school. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
A chair rail in time for holiday feast Nov 7, 2006
Chair rails also provide architectural interest in a plain room, and, when enhanced with wallpaper or decorative painting techniques, can be quite attractive. If you've been thinking about a new paint color or wallpaper treatment, now's the time. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Paint store employee discusses duties, unusual requests Nov 7, 2006
There's a lot of decorative painting going on. Wallpaper has slowed down and is not as strong as it was in the past. (Cadillac News, MI)
Out & About: Time to get creative Nov 4, 2006
View fine art, carved walking sticks, quilts, unique designed jewelry, photography, stoneware pottery, woodworking, Victorian patchwork, carved miniature birds, decorative painting and more. Lunch by the Blue Moon Cafe. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Learn about mental illness in kids Oct 29, 2006
TALK ABOUT NEWS FEATURED DISCUSSION. WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING. (Orlando Sentinel -- News)
Regional artists showcased at UrbanSuburban exhibit, auction Oct 14, 2006
He also owns a decorative painting business here called Maxfield Painting. The piece, "Spending the Midnight Oil," is valued at $3,500, and was shown at the Charlotte Street exhibition at Johnson County Community College. (Kansas City Jewish Chronicle, KS)
Read more... Sep 28, 2006
Alpha Workshops, a nonprofit organization that trains and employs people living with HIV/AIDS in decorative painting and design, helped to finish the space. And a top-notch team of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)-certified architects from Holzman Moss endeavored to keep the project both green and affordable: overall costs were $55 per square foot, as opposed to $200 per square foot (the typical cost of office space renovation in Manhattan). (PNN Online)
Art Association visits La Quinta Sep 16, 2006
Once the doors were removed the decorative painting was discovered. Stained and broken in areas, Majors job entailed repairing what damage she could while preserving all of the painting that was salvageable. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Fair organizers work to keep it real Sep 14, 2006
"A lot of the decorative painting items (are suspicious), but I don't always know.". At the same time, Wulf said she's encountered some blatant violators along the way. (Hillsboro Free Press, KS)
Walters finds new home, purpose here Aug 29, 2006
"I knew with the anniversary coming up, there would be a lot of people talking about everything that happened a year ago, but for many us, the storm really still isn't over. "I still cry when I remember the things I lost, and I still haven't located some of my friends who evacuated a year ago," Walters said.She settled in Andalusia about a month after her home in Biloxi, Miss., was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina. "I'm so much better off than so many people affected by the storm that I feel I... (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Lakeland Art League announces winners of People's Choice show Aug 22, 2006
1st:Adrenne Birkholz Brilliant Passing , 2nd: Ginny Stiles ahlias WC 8221;, 3rd: Kaye Schierle iscovery ; Decorative Painting, 1st: Barbara Schneider ye to Eye , 2nd: Mary Ann Rutheford osemaled Cheese Box , 3rd: Mary Ann Rutheford osemaled Red Plate ; Nature Craft, 1st: Pam Creed asket , 2nd: Barbara Schneider reedom's Face Dark , 3rd: Barbara Schneider reedom's Face Light ; Carving, 1st: Ron Hine uck Butts , 2nd: Ron Hine hickadee , 3rd: Bernie Sopinski lue Gill ; 3-D Mixed Media and Jewelry,... (Forest Republican, WI)
Creating own destiny on a daily basis inspires Blaque Butterfly Aug 17, 2006
Artist Shondra Macklin, known as Blaque Butterfly, specializes in custom decorative painting, including murals. The 29-year-old Jackson native and Mississippi College graduate recently displayed her work at the Hit the Bricks Arts Fair. (The Clarion-Ledger)
'Best chemistry teacher ever' retires after 39 years Aug 8, 2006
"I do decorative painting of furniture. I painted a desk chair for two of our grandchildren," he said. "I'd like to pursue that more.". (Salem Times-Register, VA)
Weekend guide Aug 3, 2006
ADULT CLASSES AT DIETRICH: Decorative Painting for Adults, ages 13 and up, Wednesdays through Aug. 31, noon to 3 p.m., $15 per class, pre-registration required; Yoga for You, Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, 10 to 11 a.m., $10 per lesson, take mat or beach towel; Writer s Group, Thursdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., free; all programs at Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. Visit www. (Scranton Times, PA)
A teacher's gift (11/23/2005) Jul 6, 2006
They sponge-painted school walls and did decorative painting in her classroom. A letter of reference Anderson wrote in 1995 helped Katherine get her first job. (Duluth News Tribune, MN -- Living)
Achievements for July 2, 2006 Jul 4, 2006
La Crosse Tribune - 6. Westby Couleecap Office. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Weekend Preview Jun 30, 2006
ADULT CLASSES AT DIETRICH: Decorative Painting for Adults, ages 13 and up, Wednesdays through Aug. 31, noon to 3 p.m., $15 per class, pre-registration required; Poetry and Sculpture, ages 13 and up, July 10, 17, 24, 31, 7 to 8:30 p.m., $45, pre-registration required; Yoga for You, Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, 10 to 11 a.m., $10 per lesson, bring mat or beach towel; Writer s Group, Thursdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., free; all programs at Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. Visit: www. (Scranton Times, PA)
Show focuses on media connections Jun 22, 2006
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ART SEASONAL Jun 22, 2006
ADULT CLASSES AT DIETRICH: Move Over Spielberg: Digital Film Making Workshop, ages 12 and up; Monday through Friday, 7 to 9 p.m., $50, preregistration required; Decorative Painting for Adults, ages 13 and up, Wednesdays through Aug. 31, noon to 3 p.m., $15 per class, pre-registration required; Poetry and Sculpture, ages 13 and up, July 10, 17, 24, 31, 7 to 8:30 p.m., $45, pre-registration required; Yoga for You, Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, 10 to 11 a.m., $10 per lesson, bring mat or beach... (Scranton Times, PA)
Colbert brings high style and low prices to Lone Tree. May 26, 2006
Colbert learned decorative painting about 12 years ago when it became popular and she couldn't find anyone to do it for her. When some friends asked her to help coordinate their weddings, Colbert became an expert in that field, including one stint running a wedding that combined traditional wedding elements from the United States and India. (Lone Tree Reporter, IA)
Erwin eatery benefits from seniors' artistry May 24, 2006
Judy King, who teaches Decorative Painting at the senior center, said that an employee at Carolina Deli mentioned her work to Kathy Harris, co-owner of the restaurant with Carol Woods and April Harris. I went to see Kathy s new place, King recalled. (Erwin Record, TN)
Fishing tourney to help Meals on Wheels May 14, 2006
Kathie Camara will teach a six-week Beginning Decorative Painting course from 6 to 8 p.m. beginning Tuesday at The Plaster Cottage Craft Studio at Emerald Lakes Plaza on State Road 50 in Clermont. Cost: $120. (Orlando Sentinel -- News)
Gables Galore May 4, 2006
The Hemingway-inspired d;cor includes wicker furniture, a mural by Masterworks Decorative Painting, details such as Jack Daniels pool cues and books by Papa himself. A flat-screened TV will be playing sports movies nonstop during tours, and a quote by Herodotus stenciled on the wall makes the room's purpose clear: "If a man insisted always on being serious, and never allowed himself a bit of fun and relaxation, he would go mad or become unstable without knowing it." Norman Kohl of Interior... (Hillsborough Beacon, NJ)
Moriarty Wants 'Pintos' on Tank Apr 19, 2006
"We're still in conversations with them on how to incorporate it. "We haven't forgotten about the Pintos," he said. The old water tower has Moriarty High School's mascot, a kelly green pinto horse, and the words "Moriarty Pintos" painted on it. Construction company officials told Encinias that decorative painting will begin soon, but they did not give a specific date, he said. Meanwhile, City Park has reopened and will remain open until painting resumes or construction crews come to take the old... (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
In Brief - April 7, 2006 Apr 8, 2006
By Staff and Wire Reports The Herald Local artist takes course in decorative painting ... Decorative painting is a fast-growing alternative in the interior design industry. (Herald Online, SC)
Borrowed images Mar 20, 2006
The BPL commission was an opportunity to redefine his reputation and apply his technical prowess to historical and decorative painting. The experience Sargent brought to his difficult theme was limited, however. (Boston Globe)
Grass routes Jan 26, 2006
"Enter Zulugrass Jewelry. The business came about after Philip and Katy were married in 2001. Both of them had been married before, though they'd known each other for years: Katy's parents cofounded the L.S.B. Leakey Foundation to help support the Leakeys' fieldwork. Katy, 51, had been earning her living in America doing decorative painting and murals for high-end clients, but her real passion was learning about other cultures through what she calls ''anthropological travel," then interpreting... (Boston Globe)
Fort Mill YMCA resolves to compete Jan 24, 2006
Local artist Jean Greco will lead a decorative painting class for adults from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays through March 1 and 9 a.m. to noon Thursdays through March 2. Students will learn decorative painting techniques as they paint flowers, ribbons and lettering on lap boards. (Herald Online, SC)
Renew furniture with color Jan 8, 2006
Classes: On Feb. 7 and 21, Peggy Boyd will put on decorative painting classes at the West Des Moines Community Center, 217 Fifth St. in Valley Junction. Call (515) 633-5001. (Des Moines Register)
