This program is geared for the student who wants to start her own business.  Ideally, at the conclusion of this training, this person would work on ArtWorks!...Spokane's job sites to gain valuable experience in negotiations and on-the-wall applications.  These people will be considered first for job positions with ArtWorks!...Spokane or they may choose to start their own business.  Class is limited to four students. 

Course Objectives:   Complete workbook…set up a marketing plan, get your business licenses, advertising, pricing, etc.

                                                            Learn surface preparation for walls, wood, cabinets, floors, concrete, plastic, glass and tile, etc.

                                            Faux Finishes….basics, learn the differences between glazes

                                                            Basic marble and wood graining finishes.

                                                            Color theory, color mixing and matching.

                                                            Plaster finishes…learn the difference between synthetic and lime based plasters

                                                            Traditional Venetian plaster, decorative plasters, Marmorino, Distressed Old World Finishes

                                                            Introduction to Decorative Concrete Overlays

                                                            The student’s will be required to learn the basic “bread and butter” finishes, then will have choices in choosing applications they want to learn.

                                                            On-the-Wall training…packing, set up for job, prep and painting, tear down, etc.  Emphasis is on job safety.