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Beginners

Country Schoolhouse welcomes new artists to decorative painting into any of our weekly "open workshop" classes. If you are a beginner in decorative painting and want to learn how to paint, we are the people to see. As a beginner, we will start you off with proper surface preparation and take you through all the steps to a beautiful finished piece.

Here are some tips for anyone starting to explore decorative painting:

• Start simple. Look for a pattern or class that is designed for beginners to decorative painting. There are many nice projects that are wonderful for teaching the basics.
  

• Invest in a good brush. Nothing can ruin a project more quickly than a bad brush. Remember, the brush is your tool – it’s your number one way to create a project. So, spend a little more on a quality brush – it will be worth it.
  

• Prepare your surface. The surface you use for decorative painting becomes your canvas. It is important to learn how to prepare a surface so it becomes suitable for painting. You do not want a surface to drink in too much paint – and you want the color to hold. Make sure which ever surface you use, that it is properly treated before you begin your project.
  

• Good posture. If you intend to become a serious decorative painter, sitting correctly while painting not only makes sense, it can impact the outcome of your project as well.
  

• Practice. Practice. Practice. The more you practice the skills you learn, the better artist you will become. Decorative painting is an art. Even if you spend 30 minutes a few times a week, it will all add up. Or better yet, join a club or class that meets weekly – that way you’re sure to improve.