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WHAT’S NEW
Spring/Summer Class Schedule is now posted! See Classes and Events Page and scroll the calendar, click on class of interest and a full description of the class with pricing will appear. Check calendar frequently as we are continuing to add and update classes.
Check out the Workshops for a real hands on experience.
In Memory of
Dave "Arch" Archuleta
Dear Friends:
We have lost a special member of our Decorative Arts family. Dave Archuleta passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2008 from a brain tumor.
Anyone that had the pleasure of knowing “Arch” would immediately recognize his commitment to the pursuit of artistic excellence. Two local artists stopped by Surfaces while Mike MacNeil was detailing a column in the shop. Arch was deeply offended that these artists did not take the time to watch Mike. As Arch said, “here is a Freeman of the Trade in person and they are ignoring him!” He discussed auditing Designer Walls I when I held the next class. Although he had taken the class elsewhere, he wanted to know different approaches and up-to-date information. This love of learning and pursuit of knowledge is what inspires me as a teacher. The week of February 6 th was the DWI class Arch wanted to audit so his absence was even more profound. I shared Arch's belief in continuing education and the joy he gave me as a fellow artist with these new students.
Arch's warmth and twinkle in the eye attracted a wide circle of friends. Ashley and I were honored to help finish a faux job for Arch. Faux Finishers Suzanne, Brenda, Michele, Sue, Barb, Julie, Jenny, Kris, and Heather all worked to complete the project. More then this single job, Heather McDonald has been the truest of friends. She sat with
Arch, helped with daily tasks, and provided comfort to him and his family. Heather gave Arch a picture of us “girls” taken at his project and because of her, he knew our community cared. Arch's brother, Leonard, made sure beautiful samples decorated the walls of Arch's room. Other patients marveled at Arch's marble and wood graining amazed that the samples were “just paint.”
Arch's memorial service is Saturday, February 16, 3:00 pm at the Kansas City Baptist Temple located at Blue Ridge Cutoff and 54 th street in Raytown. We will meet at Surfaces at 2:00 for those wishing to attend.
At a time when faux is so price driven, Arch believed that education, professionalism and perfect execution would always win the job. To honor his memory and keep his commitment to decorative arts education, we are establishing a scholarship in Arch's name. Our hope is to make funds available for both new and established students wanting to pursue a professional faux finishing career. We are asking those who knew Arch the best to establish the guidelines for grants allowing for study locally and with other instructors. We will let you know details as the scholarship is established.
COMING Spring 2008
FINALLY!!! WORK WEAR FOR WOMEN. We will soon be selling painter whites for women. From Fauxy Painter LLC comes “Ms. Blancas” Painter whites for women. Styles will include low rise pant, expandable waistline pant, shorts, bib overalls and short bib overalls plus a really cute collection of tee shirts. This line of work wear promises functionality with style. We will keep you posted when they become available.
We are also looking for retailers interested in carrying this line. Call us at 913-888-9996 and ask for Bruce for more details.
We now stock the full line of Faux Effects Products and teaching Designer Walls I & III, see classes and events page for dates and other popular classes.
Be sure to check out the Monthly Specials page.