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Monday, February 1, 2016

Many things to Love this February

It's February and we've got lots of classes to get your heart beating faster this month.

We start with Creative Open Studio on Wednesday, February 10th. We will be making the "Heart's Desire" Canvas. Class is 6:45-9:15 pm and fee is $45 per person. This includes are materials and 4"x 12" deep canvas.

Friday, February 12 is our monthly colorways class. This afternoon we are exploring Silver with 3 finishes using a range of products including foil, rust, patina, metallic plaster and beads. Class is $105 and from 1pm-5pm.

For the Professional Finisher, we have 2 new classes this month. The warm and welcoming style of French Country updated to reflect the Modern Rustic trend in American interior design. You will complete 7 samples using a range of low build plasters, waxes and specialty products like crackle, stencils, and rollers.

Fresh French Country Walls is Thursday, February 25th from 8am-5pm. Cost is $250 for all materials and written curriculum.

The next day we work on Fresh French Country Cabinets. Beautiful shades that mimic fine French antiques. You will work on 5 raised panel doors. Class is Friday, February 26 from 8am-5pm. Cost is $300 for 5 wooden doors, all finishing products, and written curriculum.

For our DIY clients, we have Aquastone Walls on Thursday, February 25th from 6:30-9:30 pm.

Cost is $75 for 3 sample boards.

And Intro to DIY Furniture on Saturday February 27th from 9:30 am to 12:00pm.

Stay for the afternoon class, Advanced DIY Furniture from 1:00 to 3:30 pm.

Each class is $75 person. You will work on 4 large molding pieces per class. Fee includes materials, recipe book, and written directions.

To register for class you make go to www.surfacesfinepaint.com. Click on the Learn Tab to see the calendar. Click on the class and view the description and samples. You may also register here.

Or you may call 913-888-9996 any time Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.

Let's get creative this month!

Friday, January 29, 2016

Special Summer Event

SPECIAL EVENT

Surfaces’ Creativity Exchange

SAVE THE DATES

June 22^nd – June 24^th

Join us at Surfaces to learn, share, network, and celebrate with other decorative artists.

We will spend 3-days creating a variety of wall, ceiling, and cabinet samples.

These are examples of the sample range. Finally samples will be available beginning in March.

The HOST/HOSTESS EXCHANGE: Local finishers are invited to host an out-of-town attendee. For each artist you sponsor, you will get $50 off your own registration. Spend time with your Facebook friends or have us help make the connections!

The TEACHING EXCHANGE: Experienced talented local decorative artists will be teaching full-sized samples of their best-selling finishes. In exchange, they get a price break on the attending the other classes.

THE RECIPE EXCHANGE: Do you have a favorite finish to share with other artists? The finish must be your own creation using Faux Effects products. Send a picture and written directions to rjslaton@sbcglobal.net by Friday, April 29^th. For your finish you get $75 off your registration. Each afternoon, we will recreate the recipes on quarter sized boards. You will leave with a notebook of new finishes and recipes. A cookie exchange without the calories!

THE SOCIAL EXCHANGE: We will offer group activities after hours including a tour of Dark Horse Distillery and evening on the Country Club Plaza. Stay over Saturday and join us for a trip to the Bottoms for junking and lunch alfresco in River Market. When you register, you will receive a menu of activities with costs.

THE MONEY EXCHANGE: Starting at $800 for 3-day classes. Out of Town attendees can save $100 in the recipe exchange. Local artists save by hosting a visiting artist.

THE SAMPLE EXCHANGE: I will teach 3 wall and 2 cabinet samples each day. In addition, a local guest artist will teach 1-2 samples each day. Your recipe book may include up to 20 new finishes.

SPACE is limited. Registration will open Friday, March 4^th. Samples will begin posting in mid-February. I am currently contacting local finishers interested in teaching or hosting. If you would like to participate, contact me at the above email or by calling Surfaces at 913-888-9996.

SURFACES School of Decorative Arts

is a Faux Effects International Gold Label Training & Retail Studio.

We have a 4,000 square foot training space.

We are located at 8190 Nieman Road, Lenexa, KS 66214
Convenient to I-35, I-435, and US 69 HWY

Our airport is MCI, Kansas City International located in the exact middle of the country.
Surfaces is approximately 30 minutes south of the airport.

Monday, January 4, 2016

New Year Open House

SURFACES OPEN HOUSE

Friday, January 15th

4pm-9pm

We're celebrating our 15th year of offering the best in decorative arts education and products. Surfaces School of Decorative Arts is proud to be a Faux Effects International Gold Label Training and Retail Studio. This year we are offering our most extensive class schedule ever with a variety of topics, times, and prices. Come preview our new samples and be inspired to take a class, complete your own project or locate a professional to make your design dreams come true.

We are continuing our commitment to the Professional Finisher with 2 New Wall Collection Classes:

Fresh French Country Walls:Warm Neutral Colors in low build finishes with limited layers. The trend of flat painted pale walls is already loosing popularity. Why be boring when you can add a little zing. The perfect portfolio for your clients who love American Rustic Modern interiors.

Basically Beautiful Walls: Every month I receive requests to match wallpaper. These 7 samples are some of my favorites. And the best part? I've kept the steps simple and the products to a minimum. Now you can offer beauty at an affordable price. The palette includes popular shades of grey, cream, and soft metallic.

In addition to our classic cabinetry classes such as Cabinet Foundations, Furniture Traditions and the Re-Stain, we have 3 new offerings.

Fresh French Country. Painted Furniture and Cabinets are growing in popularity. This is the class when you are ready to take your finishes from plain one color to amazing high-end looks. Our finishes are based on commission projects so we know how to roll. brush, or spray in the real world. Professional classes are on real wood doors with raised panel.

Basically Beautiful Cabinets. I researched the most pinned cabinet paint colors on Pinterest and mixed the colors in Setcoat, our water-based cabinet paint product. You will have 12 pre-painted large molding pieces to glaze and topcoat in your preferred colors and sheens. Class includes recipes for the easy to mix colors. Perfect for the client who wants a simple but durable quality wood makeover.

Basically Beautiful Metallic Cabinetry. I mixed easy to roll, brush or spray metallic Setcoat mixes in shades from Cream to Charcoal. We will work on 5 raised panel doors.

Are you a seasoned professional who needs some popular color trend samples? Or maybe a beginner finisher who wants to build your portfolio quickly with focused finishes. Join us one Friday afternoon a month for our NEW Colorways Classes! Out of town? Schedule a private class in the am and stay for the afternoon class!

3 full size samples boards using a variety of techniques and products.

NEW! Classes for the Non-Professional Finisher. We recognize the growing trend in Do-It Yourself projects-in fact many people teaching DIY classes in Kansas City trained at our studio. Now you can come right to the source for the best education in how to complete a quality and durable project you are proud to have in your home. Visit our open house to see class samples and discuss your needs.

DIY Wall Classes. One Thursday evening a month we will work with a single product to create 3 beautiful finishes. You will get written easy to follow instructions. All materials and tools provided.

DIY Cabinet Classes. We have 21 years in cabinet finishing and 14 years in teaching 20 different cabinet classes. This year Faux Effects added pre-tinted Old World Finishing Paint-the prefect product for up-cycling furniture and small cabinet projects. And the best part? It works with our extensive line of water-based Stain & Seal and water-based topcoats. One Saturday a month we will have a 2.5 hour foundation class in the morning and then a 2.5 advanced or cottage class in the afternoon.

NEW Creative Studio Classes. Explore how to use finishing techniques and products to create your own unique home décor or gifts. We provide all the products to complete a 2.5 hour project. You bring your friends, food, and the beverage of your choice. We have a complete kitchen. One Wednesday night a month. Class project and fees vary. Need a special event or gathering? Book a private party in our large studio!