Since training with you my Venetian Plaster work has been
published and recently I received a coveted award. Today my
reputation is spreading throughout the Washington DC area. Buon
Fresco, and the Academy of Wall Artistry has changed my artwork
and business forever. The skills that I have learned at the
Academy have set my work so far ahead my competition that I
haven’t lost a single Venetian plaster bid since I completed the
course years ago. I
just want to thank you all over again.”
Michael Gross Nov 2010
Hi Victoria! Just wanted to drop you a quick note to tell
you that I got a job in my state capitol because of the color
class I took last May. I I wouldn’t have been able
to do this job if I’d not taken your class~! Thanks so much!
Patty Stewart 01/08/11
'Victoria, Thank you so much for
all your wonderful expertise. You are the only teacher I felt
had something to really offer me that I couldn't figure out on
my own and it is your innovative spirit, and artistic
understanding that has enhanced my knowledge. There are
faux finishers and then there are artists. You are an artist in
every way! Thank you so much for sharing your art! '
Melanie Palma, Richmond VA Nov 2010
I am very fortunate to have
studied the Buon Fresco techniques at your Academy!
I have not seen anyone who does the Buon Fresco style of
Venetian Plaster in New England. I stay very competitive!
My customers are blown away by the smoothness of my Italian
Plaster work. there is nothing that compares to mine!
All the plaster art here is the same run of the mill
stucco that anyone can do and everyone does. No one can
compete with me. I just did a theater room for a client,
in bright orange. It's killer! Though things have been
slow up here for other artists, I continue to have work. Thank
YOU!" Allen Koehler, New Hampshire March 2008
MARBLING IN
VENETIAN PLASTER [VPIII ]
I would describe the Marbling Columns Class as a fabulous experience
of technique, exploration and personal accomplishment! John
Howe, Ashburn VA
Following the
Venetian Plaster III [Marbling] Class, graduate William Lai of
Ashburn, VA, was contracted to do 1,500 Square Feet of Venetian
Plaster as Marble. He wrote the Academy to tell us - "I'll be
busy for months!" September 07'
For the first time in any Marbling
Classes, I became one with the techniques. I would definitely
recommend the class, but then:
I love the fine-art-level- of
classes at Buon Fresco’s Academy! Linda ONeil, Reston VA
COLOR INTENSIVE COURSE
"I went to Heaven! The COLOR Class is ‘La Crème de la Crème!"
Michelle Lane, Alexandria VA
"The Class was a feast of knowledge! I would recommend the
Color Class to everyone in a very loud emphatic voice and describe
it to other artists as the most useful and comprehensive Color
Course on the Planet, as well as more fun and fascinating than any
other color class I have ever taken!"
Linda ONeil, Reston VA
"A true REVELATION about Color! I
could take the Color Intensive Course over and over again" Michael
Ross, Clinton MD
"WONDERFUL! The Color Class sets a benchmark for sample board
presentation"
Barbara Coley, Ridgefield CT
"I've taken color classes in
college, but nothing was ever this comprehensive! We're in the
process of building a 9 bedroom house and I find, now that I've
taken your Color Class - That I know what I'm doing! I have the
confidence to make decisions and direct my designers to give us the
house of our dreams. I'm so glad we found you!"
Jan Quiggins, Outer Banks, NC
'I wasn't sure
what to expect, however I was immediately impressed by the
professionalism, demeanor, and quality of the instruction and materials.
I learned far more than I ever thought I would. I leave this class
with a richer understanding and appreciation for an ancient art.
I will never look at a
wall or color scheme the same way again.
Victoria helped
me to free the stymied, constricted designer that resides within my soul
and expanded my mind - opening up new ways of thinking and looking at
color that I wouldn't have considered before. Additionally her
'anything is possible' attitude has left me utterly transformed. I
am a better person as a result. I look forward to returning
to San Francisco to apply what I have learned here, knowing that now I
have a distinct advantage over other designers - and knowing in my heart
that I am capable of anything I desire.' Chad Fox, San Francisco,
CA
VENETIAN PLASTER I INTENSIVE
"When I told my client that I had
Venetian Plaster Samples I wanted to show him, he told me he wasn't
really interested that he had 'seen all that before'. Several
times over the course of a job I was working on for him - I reminded
him that I had boards to show him and always got the same- 'It's OK,
I've seen Venetian Plaster before'. But I brought the boards I
did in your class in from my truck anyway, and I showed him.
His jaws fell open and his eyes popped. He said to me 'I've never
seen anything like that before!' Zdeneck Ullman, NYC
August 2008
"I was blown away! I loved
learning your method! Among the ways I’ll benefit
professionally from this class will be the confidence I’ll have when
showing potential clients the great sample boards I now have to
show!" Michael McCombs, Louisville, KY
"The Venetian Plaster Class was VERY INFORMATIVE! ACTION
PACKED! ...will be very useful for my business.
I am completely satisfied with what I’ve learned!" Tish Inman,
Midland VA
"I took your Venetian Plaster Class
2 years ago. The techniques I have learned from you have
helped my business grow tremendously. I am now in greater
demand and have a much larger client radius in New York. Thank
you!"
Cindy Hill, Big Flats, NY
"I enjoyed the instruction so much I was whistling all the way
home!" Lilly Starr, Potomac MD
I" count this time of learning one
of the highlights of my life. I can go so much further now
than before! You have made a rich deposit into my life and work!"
Anne Small, Greensboro NC
"Your Venetian Plaster Class is the best! I most definitely
recommend this class. Count this secret OUT!" Michael
Ross, Clinton MD
"FANTASTIC! Even having
experience in Venetian Plaster, I learned SO much more. I
would definitely recommend this class to other artists!" Loni
Richards, Lakeworth FL
“I
found your Venetian Plaster instruction not difficult.
You guided my hand and I got it! I already finished a
job and walls look great! I believe that I will receive
new jobs, because like maestro, I am much better than the workers I
see around me. Biggest thanks from the bottom of my heart for
all what you put in classes and our souls!"
Igor Vinokur, New York, NY
"What impressed me the most I the
business class was the proven business policies. The
information will save valuable time, money and grief. The
Marketing & Business Class is a MUST for anyone conducting a
business in decorative painting."
Kathleen Cronin, Gainsville VA
Dear Victoria, "I came to The Academy of Wall Artistry to add to my
repertoire of faux finishing as well as to learn the art and science
of Gold Leafing. Because of you, I did. Not everyone
is a teacher. You are." Doreen Welch, New Orleans, LA
"Estoy asombrado de como todo es
facil, cuando un profesional ensana!" Daniel A. Jara, NY NY
"I am writing to
tell you how much I enjoyed the classes I recently took at Buon
Fresco's Academy. Throughout my 15 years in the business I
ahve taken several courses, but they were nowhere near the caliber
of the classes you offer. I cannot recommend your sessions
highly enough!'
George Mavlian, Annandale VA
I am SO glad I took your Venetian
Plaster training! Just one day after graduating I got a job
based on the samples I made in the class! Your instruction was
EXCELLENT! Please sign me up for the Gold Leafing Class!
William Lai, Ashburn VA
After the Venetian Plaster Intensive
class I went from artistically challenged to mixing my OWN colors
confidently and ready to start my own business! As someone who
is changing careers, this class was the first day of the rest of my
life! Would I recommend The Academy to other artists?
I AM ALREADY SPREADING THE NEWS! Nichole Quiggins,
Outer Banks, NC
March 2008 - When asked 'How would
you describe this [Venetian Plaster] class to other decorative
painters
Zdeneck Ullman replied - 'A- Deal !