My very favorite studio in my home state of Florida is the Sarasota School of Faux & Architectural Finishing. The school is run by Donna Phelps and she is a fellow Global Moderator on Talk Faux. I can’t say enough good things about Donna — she’s funny, a fantastic teacher and a super genius at producing the most awesome sample boards. Every year brings new and exciting techniques — sooooo glad to have her only 2 hours away. :)
Which brings me to the Fall Faux Fling. Donna is having an Open House at her studio this Saturday (October 11th) from Noon – 5:30 pm. (For address, phone or RSVP info, click here.) She is previewing new classes, new products and new stencils. She’s also having hourly drawings (last time I won some cool products…love that!) and having an inventory sale to make room for all the new materials (see…this is where I get in trouble…). Here’s a peek at some of her new finishes:
Can you say Yummy & Delicious?!? These boards plus many more will be on display and there will be some cool presentations as well. I heard that she also has William Cochran coming in to teach a class…
I’ve been going to Donna’s studio since 2000. I still faithfully try to go at least once per year because I can always count on her to add to my bag of tricks. She’s also a popular teacher at the IDAL conventions and at other faux schools nationwide. I hope you get a chance to check out her studio!
10/18 UPDATE: Another of my faves, Dundean Studios, is having their second Open House of the year next Saturday, October 25th from 9 am – 5:30 pm. Their studio (where I’ve taken many courses, most recently Advanced Woodgraining) is located in Chatham, NJ. Dean is a Salon member and a true master in our field — if you get a chance, don’t miss going to his studio.
Regina, I hope you’ve been quiet lately because you’re busy with work or having so much fun taking time off that you can’t be bothered to blog! :) Hope you are well.
Wow, great finishes! How was the Open House??? Would love to see/hear what’s new. :-)
Lucinda – I’m back to posting. Yay! Thanks for checking in on me, that was very nice. :)
Carol – Aren’t they awesome? Donna just continually churns out the prettiest finishes. It’s a gift. Unfortunately, this time I didn’t get to make the Open House but I’ve e-mailed Donna to see how it went.