Welcome to the Great Lakes Decorative Arts Studio, GLDAS! We are centrally located in the Midwest, Cleveland Ohio, an easily accessible destination to take faux finishing classes and learn faux finish techniques. Inside Look at our Studio: See Below Here is our Practice Wall where you will be able to practice learned techniques.  The Great Lakes Decorative Arts Studio is a school devoted to presenting the latest techniques in the faux finishing and decorative arts industries. We use the finest products available to the professional faux design world, preferring to use the best product for each specific application. “On the Wall” experience is a bonus, as we have a 35’ wall with miniature ceilings where you can apply your knowledge. Interior Example of Mixed Media, using Professional Faux techniques to create a custom space design. See Below and Right.

Faux Finishing Classes are taught by experienced finishers who are presently active in the client arena. We cover the full range of décor options, from old world to contemporary, sleek finishes.  Classes are targeted to all levels of experience, from homeowners who are interested in learning how they can improve their home to professionals wishing to expand their portfolio with cutting edge techniques. Come and join us for exciting classes that will both invigorate and challenge you!

Schedule Fall/Winter 2008 September 9-10 Getting Started Basics September 15-19 Intro to Professional Decorative Finishes October 7-8 All Aglow: Patinas and Metallics October 21-22-23 Introduction to Lime Plasters November 4-5-6 Intro to Furniture Finishes  November 11-12 Oil Gilding December 9-10 Getting Started Basics

Faux News  (from our friends at House of Faux): (please visit HouseofFaux.com) 2008 Color Trends According to color supplier Pantone®, the color of 2008 is Blue Iris. The blue is a radiant, calming hue, dark, but not dark enough to be in the realm of navy, and is a sharp contrast to the 2007 choice, Chili Pepper Red. Is Blue The New Green? Other professionals disagree with Pantone’s choice. Margaret Walsh, director of the Color Association, says her color of 2008 is bamboo. She believes the strong green, hinted with yellow, represents the changing social desire to be more environmentally clean. read more

New Book Out The Art of Living-Decorative Finishes Inspired by the South of France  The Art of Living Project, created by Barb Skivington and Melanie Royals in 2006, was conceived as an opportunity to nurture creative lifestyles and livelihoods by designing decorative painting projects that would help to elevate decorative art in general, as well as the artists that participate in these projects.  read more All articles, Copyright © House of Faux