Marc Potoscky is a leader and Instructor in the art of Faux Marbling (Faux Marbre) and faux wood graining (Faux Bois).

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CLASSES & WORKSHOPS 2011

5 day Faux Marble and Trompe l’Oeil Ornament and Molding Class
With Marc Potocsky
Connecticut - August 8-12 2011

For more pics of Marbling click here.

Join Marc for a 5 day intensive Faux Marble and Trompe l’oeil Ornament and Molding class. Students will complete 4 unique marble panels (Portoro, Sea green, Yellow Sienna, Paonazzo and/or Carrara) Note: Possible variations. One panel will be enhanced by a three dimensional/ bas-relief molding and ornament. Students will practice marble structure and design that can be used to imitate a variety of marble. Students will learn how to layout a design and the steps to paint realistic / three dimensional ornament and molding that can be adapted to many other decorative projects. The knowledge and experience you will gain in this class will help bring your business and ability to another level.                                                                                                                                                  
This 5 day class includes a set of complementary brushes.
Class cost is $1050.00 including Breakfast, lunch and set of brushes.  

NOTE*  Although class includes a set of brushes we would like students to bring “their own badger /softener” and any other brushes needed for Marbling:  badger, spalters, different round-pointed synthetic brushes and detail brushes. There will be no extra badger brushes at the workshop.
If you need a badger brush for acrylics you can get one at www.fauxbrushes.com. Or give me a call.
Workshops will be held on August 8-12 2011 from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM. 

 Location: 770 Boston Post Road, Village Walk Plaza, Unit 510, Guilford, Conn.

Workshop reservations are now being accepted!

• send deposit of $525
• make checks payable to Marc Potocsky and send to
  MJP Studios - 241 Branford Rd. # 254, North Branford, CT. 06471
• Credit cards accepted for deposit or advanced payment via PayPal.
  You do not need a PayPal account to use this service.
• Deposits will not be refundable after July 10, 2011.
• remaining balance is due at the start of class by cash or check only
• If you choose to pay in advance, you will save $50.00

FAUX MARBLE INLAY CLASS

Classic faux marble is a must for the serious faux finisher and decorative painter who is interested in learning and developing the art of painted marble techniques. The student will learn the proper use of tools and glazes. Marc will demonstrate White Carrara, Yellow Sienna, Sea Green-Ver de mer & Portoro (black & gold. In this hands on class the student will render a beautiful 30" x 40" sample of realistic inlaid marble Panel to enhance their portfolio. This class will inspire you and take you to the next level. For more info and schedule contact:

Creative Evolution in Durham, CT., (203) 421-8423,

Below are some samples of the artwork created in the Marble Inlay class.

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WOOD GRAINING INLAY CLASS

Classic faux wood is a must for the serious faux finisher and decorative painter who is interested in learning and developing the art of wood graining techniques. The student will learn the proper use of tools and glazes. Marc Potocsky will demonstrate Straight Grain and Quarter Sawn Oak, Satinwood, Birdseye Maple, Walnut and Mahogany. In this hands on class the student will render a beautiful 30" x 40" sample of realistic inlaid wood Panel to enhance their portfolio. This class will inspire you and take you to the next level. For more info and schedule contact:

Creative Evolution in Durham, CT., (203) 421-8423,

Below are some samples of the artwork created in the Wood Grain inlay class.

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NEW! European Faux Marble and Wood Graining Class

with Special Quest, Belgium Master Craftsman,

Patrick LaHayne

We are thrilled to have Belgium master craftsman Patrick Laheyne to our Connecticut studio for an intensive week long class. This 5 day, hands on class will focus on the structure and rendering of authentic faux bois (false wood) and faux marbre (false marble) in the European tradition. Students will gain rare insight into his work, instruction and techniques, using traditional mediums and water-based acrylics, Be prepared to go back home with a variety of samples for your portfolio and a solid foundation in this old world art form.

We will be painting four panels of: Yellow sienna, Rouge royal, Oak-heart grain & quarter sawn & birds eye maple. Possibly another sample if time allows.

There are only a two spots left for this rare opportunity to learn from a real European master craftsman.

Patrick is the senior instructor at the Belgium painting craft teachers college, one of Europe's finest training facilities for artisans. He is also a member of the Belgian Painters Society. He is considered one of the best craftsman and decorative artist in Europe and is well respected by his peers, worldwide.

5 day workshop- October 29,30,31-November1,2 Monday - Friday

Class fee: $1495

All materials and lunch included. There will be brushes supplied at the class or you can bring your favorite brushes and tools. A brush list and practice drawings will be made available before the time of the class.

Deposit: $500, balance due before the class.

Make check or money order out to : Creative Evolution.

 Workshop and mailing address:

Creative Evolution

Durham Village Suite 308

16 Main Street

Durham, CT. 06422

For more information call :

203-488-1265 or 203-421-8423

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Decorative painting & Faux Finishes 1 - TBA
This course is designed for the beginner and intermediate student. And interior decorators and professional painters who would like to expand their portfolios. Students will experiment with a variety of techniques; glazing, washes, sponging, ragging, strie, frottage, faux wood, faux marble, faux stone and or clouds.

Tuition:

Trompe l'Oeil and stencil class - TBA
Trompe l’Oeil- to fool the eye. This class will cover elements of light and shadow, fake moldings, rosette medallion, decorative ornament, vines and leaves and making your own stencils. Students will take home 5 to 6 sample boards.
Tuition :

Classic Mural Class - TBA
Students will cover light and shadow, forced perspective and painting and glazing techniques. Students will learn effective techniques to complete a large four foot by six foot wall mural, consisting of a trompe l'oeil stone wall and window with a view of a beautiful mountain/ sky landscape setting.

Tuition:

Advanced Faux Marble and Wood Graining - TBA
This class is designed for the intermediate and advanced student, who has basic experience and knowledge of faux finishing techniques and is interested in learning and developing the art of more complex graining and marbling.
The student will render a variety of exotic finishes.Birds-Eye Maple, Heart grain and Quarter sawn English oak or Mahogany, Yellow Sienna, Sea Green Ver de mer marble or Tortoise shell. Taking home 4 large 24x28 Panels.

Tuition:

Traditional & European Patina - Spring 2006 TBA

This class will focus on old world patina techniques. French & Italian patina, watermarked, smoke, distressed finishes. Heavy paint, ancient textures & fresco finishes. Students will learn to mix all there own glazes and heavy mediums.

Tuition:

*Decorative painting instructional DVD's

Faux Marble Instructional DVD

Instructor Marc J. Potocsky specializes in Trompe l'Oeil, Faux Marble, Wood
and Stone, Old World textures and frescos, Murals and Painted Furniture. A member of the society of decorative painters and lecturer at the UNH. He is the owner of MJP Studios, fine decorative painting & faux finishes serving New England for over 18 years. Visit our Web www.mjpfaux.com
For more info and registration call- BRANFORD ART STUDIO 483 MAIN ST. BRANFORD, CT. 203-488-2787 or MJP studios 203-488-1265