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.

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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)
FAUX FEST ! OPEN HOUSE ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 FROM 10 am to 4 pm. FREE!
Join us for our semi-annual Open House! See what’s new and exciting at Paintin' the Town Faux and help us celebrate our second year in our 5,000 square-foot “faux”cility with entertainment, free demos, guest artists, door prizes, giveaways, food and drinks, charity raffle, and more. Specials throughout the store. Don’t miss the festivities on this wonderful day. Mark your calendars now so you don’t miss out.
1-Day Seminar  Hours: 10am to 3/4 pm
No Biz Like Faux Biz
August 20 (Thursday) Register Online
November 6 (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
August 21 (Friday) Register Online
October 1 (Thursday) Register Online
December 4 (Friday) Register Online
An introductory 1-day class.
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$199
* Antique Mirror Finishes
August 29 (Saturday) Register Online
October 24 (Saturday) 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

Cabinet Finishes
July 11 (Saturday) Register Online
September 4 (Friday) Register Online
November 7 (Saturday) Register Online

One of the most requested finishes in today's market. 1-day.  More info
$299

Crusted Surfaces
October 23 (Friday) Register Online

Layered gesso waxed finishes that look 100 years old... without the wait! 1-day.  More info
$299

* RS Crete & More
August 17 (Monday) 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

Parvati Textures
July 10 (Friday) Register Online
September 24 (Thursday) Register Online
November 13 (Friday) 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. Get in on this ground-floor opportunity. Class includes hands-on training, manual, and marketing brochures. Samples may vary. 1-day
Class is free; all you pay is a $25.00 supply fee.
More Info
Was $450
Now
$25

NEW! Plaster-Off
August 27 (Thursday) Register Online
December 10 (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

* NEW! French Provincial Furniture
August 18 (Tuesday) Register Online

Painting furniture will add to your repertoire of mastered techniques. These French-style finishes add a great European flair for the most discriminating clients. More info
$350

* NEW! Kids' Faux
October 3 (Saturday) Register Online

Let the kids learn to Faux! What a great way for them to spend a Saturday at Paintin' The Town Faux.
$99

* NEW! Faux Effects Gold Label Finishes
August 20 (Thursday) Register Online

You will use a wide variety of the Faux Effects Gold Label Proprietary products used by the professionals. Samples include the newest plasters, glazes, a variety of pigments, crackles, waxes, and much more. More info
$350

NEW! Countertop Finishes
August 28 (Friday) Register Online
November 14 (Saturday) 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! Polished Venetian Finishes
September 25 (Friday) Register Online

This workshop teaches the hottest and slickest plasters on the market, polished to a glass-like sheen. Techniques include the new StucoLux, Stucco Lustro, Venetian Gem Bellissimo, and more. More info.
$350

* NEW! South Beach White on White
August 19 (Wednesday) Register Online

White on White finishes are HOT and contemporary. Neutrals are always in, but white on white is the new neutral. Pick up any home design magazine and see page after page of contemporary and white on white walls. Contemporary plus white equal the latest and greatest finishes that you must offer your clients to stay on the cutting edge. Samples may vary. More info.
$350

NEW! Latest & Greatest Collection
October 16 (Friday)) Register Online

In 2009, 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! Advanced Cabinet Collection
September 5 (Saturday) Register Online
December 11 (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
2-Day Workshops  Hours:10am-4/5 pm * Indicates Guest Instructor

Faux "Fun"damentals
August 21-22 (Fri-Sat) Register Online
October 1-2 (Thurs-Fri) Register Online
December 4-5 (Fri-Sat)
Register Online

An introductory 2-day workshop.
More info
$399

European Plasters
September 10-11 (Thursday-Friday)
Register Online

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
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$499

* Pompeian Frescoes and More
with Jeannine Dostal

September 18-19 (Fri-Sat)
Register Online

Being a decorative painter for 16 years, and a lifelong artist, Jeannine is passionate about colors and textures. She studied authentic fresco in Nice, France, creating an American version of fresco that is more fun and free. Class samples include these fresco effects, jewels, decorative embellishments, lime plaster, Aqua Wax™, and more! Samples may vary. More info
$699

* Tromp L'oeil Ornamental
Lion's Head Fountain

October 19-20 (Monday-Tuesday)
Register Online

Learn to paint this fabulous trompe l’oeil fountain the easy way. Nancy Ballew is an amazing artist, but also a great teacher. Whether you’re a new or accomplished muralist, Nancy makes complicated perspective and mural techniques easy. Samples may vary. More
$599

* Master Wood Graining
November 20-21(Fri-Sat) Register Online

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. More info.
$599

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 otherwise 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
• Sign up for any seminar for $99 (regularly $125)

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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