Next to the non-colors, raw umber and burnt umber are two of the most versatile and utilized colors in the decorative painter’s palette. In addition to the specific uses described below, both of these colors make a wonderful grey tonality when mixed with ultramarine blue and white. RU – raw umber Origins: Minerals from dark […]
Versailles Palace from a decorative painter’s eye: Faux Marble
May 21, 2013 by 3 Comments
I absolutely love the execution of this faux marble! On this wainscot, Red and Mixed Campan form a dazzling composition. A very assured and technical panel. Notice the color shift from pink to burgundy – and the pink transition off the green. Painted in the mid 19th c in oil. Green Antique breccia mantle – […]
Versailles Palace from a decorative painter’s eye: Real marble
April 23, 2013 by 7 Comments
The Palace of Versailles is a rare find when it comes to examples of real marble. The halls, rooms, and exterior are packed with fine European and French marbles. What is particularly exciting is the care that was taken to place certain species next to one another. Also, the type of “cut” of marble was […]
Rouge Royal Faux Marble created by Pierre Finkelstein
August 7, 2012 by 6 Comments
Rouge Royal Faux Marble created by Pierre Finkelstein For more information on the brushes or paints used in this “how to” please visit www.fauxbrushes.com as seen originally on www.fauxforum.com And for the proper brush holdings click here for helpful tips. Paints used are from the Proceed Paint line: Black White Raw Umber Red Ochre Yellow […]
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