More theory I love that also goes into great detail on tools needed to be a pro.

More theory I love that also goes into great detail on tools needed to be a pro.  Read Less

Having purchased and used most faux finishing books available this one is one of the best for marbles and woodgrains. Great pic...  Read More

Having purchased and used most faux finishing books available this one is one of the best for marbles and woodgrains. Great pictures and clear instructions. A multitude of marbles and woodgrains to choose from. If you are looking for recipes and a book with a large selection of different marbles this is the one. A highlight worth mentioning and a trouble spot for painters new to marbling is veining and the line drawings in the back are a great reference tool. Included are the more unusual finshes from stones to patinas and organics, you won't find the usual sponging and ragging here. This book is a must for anyone interested in the art of faux finishing.  Read Less

I took this book out of my local library (so lucky they had it) because I am not a professional, or want to be one, I just love...  Read More

I took this book out of my local library (so lucky they had it) because I am not a professional, or want to be one, I just love faux finishes and dabble in them. If you are a pro or semi-pro this is the book to own and refer to often, for inspiration or education or have clients look at for ideas of their own. Chock full of photographs, techniques and information learned through years of experience.One of the finishes I love (because it was already in my head but wasn't sure how to accomplish it) was the damask stencil p.289 donehighlight/lowlight faux-airbrushed glazed background. Both the background is shaded as well as the stencil so all different levels of mono-chrome color. So very cool. Although the author recommends cutting your own stencils I won't be doing that, for me buying readymade is better for something so complicated (and better for my sanity).  Read Less