Testimonials
We were very kindly provided with the following Venetian plaster and Marmorio testimonials from some of our customers, clients and students who attended our classes and seminars at our New York area studio and depot. Please note that we no longer provide Venetian plaster classes, seminars, products or tools as we focus solely on the application and installation side of our business.
”I am very excited to start this project. I must say, that no video, book or information on-line can compare to someone physically teaching the application of the lime based Venetian plaster products and I thank my lucky stars that I had the sensibility to attend the seminar held recently at your studio in New York.
Whatever I thought was completely different. The instructor at the hands on Venetian plaster class and workshop was very detailed and gave us all undivided attention. I asked lots of questions and he patiently answered every one of them. Also gave us invaluable application tips that you have learned over the years. Coming from an artists eye I was very impressed with your sense of color and your ability to know exactly how the lime based Venetian plaster products will look when they are dry.
One can tell that you that the instructor is very passionate and a perfectionist at this Venetian plaster craft. Can't get better than that for an instructor.”
Ilda Fishman,
“Thanks so much for the very informative and enjoyable Venetian plaster class held recently at your studio in New York. I am glad I flew in from Virginia to attend. I realized that a novice and learner such as I truly needs to witness an expert applying this specialized Venetian plaster application technique before attempting it solo. I had already completed my kitchen using your Marmocarrara prior to the Venetian plaster seminar.
Given the fact that I dabbled in the decorative painting field, I still was not able to get my finish to look like the original Venetian plaster sample provided. Attending the Venetian plaster class and workshop made me understand the contributing factors (i.e. my errors) involved in a much more rustic look on my kitchen walls. Fortunately, all was not lost however, since I was going for a less sophisticated look anyway.
Everyone that sees my kitchen loves the finish. I will forward pictures of it to you at a later date. I highly recommend this Venetian plaster class and seminar to everyone interested in the art of lime based Venetian plaster product application.
I continue to practice the principles taught to us in the Venetian plaster class and my samples are getting better each time. There really is no substitute for experience.
I plan to tackle a guest bath as my next Venetian plaster project. I think I will do Marmoclassic on top of Marmocarrara this time.
Maria Mejias, Danville, VA
“I just wanted to say thanks again for the wonderful Venetian plaster seminar held recently at your studio in New York. It wasn't long after our sessions began that I realized our instructor is a master at this Venetian plaster art and craft. Your obvious knowledge and level of proficiency made me quickly realize I was in the right place to learn what I was seeking to learn how to apply the lime based Venetian plaster products.
The money was well spent. I felt the Venetian plaster workshop and class held at your studio were well organized so we could all make progress at an equal rate.
Individualized attention to each one of us was a nice advantage, too. It was great to have a personalized environment where we could ask questions about whenever we needed to. The "hands-on" lessons provided are worth their weight in gold!
One final comment: I'd like to make is that I personally appreciated your genuineness of character. You love what you do, you're good at it and the Venetian plaster classes and seminars provided by are geared to teach beginners, not make a fast buck! Thanks again.”
Tom - Faux and Wood, NJ
“Before I took this workshop the finish was a mysterious art form only to be found in ancient European Cathedrals and homes of the very wealthy.
The instructor's approach through learning by doing, in this hands-on training truly takes the mystery out of this age old Venetian plaster application process. The product is to traditional wall paint, what marble and granite counter tops are to laminates and Corian. Once you have experienced it, there is no going back.
The mastery of the application technique is within the reach of anyone who takes the Venetian plaster classes and has the motivation to practice. In the end, they will be rewarded with a truly unique craft which is only limited by ones imagination.”
Gerry Hudland, CT.