Thursday, February 23, 2006

The Studio travels back to the "Italian Villa"



Once again, Julie Hampton was back in wonderful Lousiville KY studying under master artisan Martin Alan Hirsch, as well as the extremly talented Krista Vind whom Julie new from her days painting along the Florida Panhandle.

Participating in the first class of the new Reactive Series line, Julie was able to take the studio's faux finish abilities to the next level. While studying at Decorative Finishes Studios "Italian Villa" she explored brand new plasters and glazes. The outcome--breathtaking new samples that instantly impressed clients. These unique systems and patent pending techniques are taught only in a few select programs in the entire world! Martin's famous interpretation of the wall behind Marilyn Monroe's photo shoot with Milton Greene..the "Monroe Finish" is included in this class. See our rendition of the monroe finish in our portfolio of over 300 samples.