Two Day Faux Marbling & Wood Graining, Weekend Workshop
£435
Next Class:- Sat 28th - Sun 29th June 2025
All abilities welcome
OVERVIEW
This two day, weekend, intensive workshop is designed and structured for people of all abilities who want to take their skills to the next level. You will gain a greater understanding of the ancient art of faux marbling and the craft of wood graining, and the tools and materials used in creating these decorative paint techniques. During the course of the weekend, you will become proficient and comfortable using the paints and glazes used to master these much sort after and prized skills. You will be instructed in the use of acrylic scumble glazes, varnishes and colourants, used extensively in conservation and restoration projects around the world.
Workshops are run by Simon Nobs, Director of Snobs Interiors Ltd., with over 35 years experience working as a paint effects artist, specialist interior decorator and designer. The workshop will start on day one with a quick overview and a brief history of the paint effect over tea and coffee.
Before starting on the practice boards Simon will give a detailed explanation of the correct use of primers and basecoats to be applied to a variety of surfaces and you will then prepare and basecoat your boards. While the boards are drying, Simon will give a brief demonstration of some of the techniques that you will be introduced to over the course of the weekend. You will then be guided through the different stages used to create professional looking faux marble and wood graining decorative paint effects, and then shown the correct use of the varnishes and sealers used to protect and enhance your work.
DETAILS
Registration is at 9.15am on day one and the workshop will start at 9.30am. We will aim to finish around 4.30 pm. Day two will start at 9.30am and we will aim to finish around 4.00pm.
All students are asked to wear sturdy shoes and bring an apron or wear suitable clothing.
There is a minimum of 2 students to allow the workshop to run, and a maximum of 5. Group booking up to 6 students.
There will be plenty of time throughout the day to ask Simon any questions or advice on anything to do with painting, decorating and your own design projects.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Practice boards, along with other small items will be available for you to practice on. Participants are welcome to take home any practice boards for reference or for their portfolios.
You will also be provided with brushes, tools and equipment and all the paints and finishes you might need throughout the day, along with full instruction on their correct use and maintenance.
Tea, coffee and light refreshments will be available throughout the weekend. Unfortunately we will not be able to cater for any special dietary requirements or allergies, so you are asked to please bring a packed lunch.