Archives for June 2015

Real Faux Stone

This a real faux stone because it mimics cut stone and not just a textured surface, which is a common mistake when creating faux stone.  This may look ok, but it isn’t realistic.  Real, cut stone would be smooth to the touch but pitted (recesses). To start, a tinted (off-white) primer was applied. The texture […]

SALON Lecce, Italy 2015

Once again I return inspired from the annual Salon, held in Lecce, Italy. Salon is an annual, international event for decorative painters and this year, we celebrated our 20th year.  I’ve been lucky enough to attend every one. Here is the group photo. Our lovely, friendly, and amusing hosts Stefano Luca and Katerina Manisco. Here […]