Burlap decorator accent

Burlap and twine added to glass or as a runner is a great accent to casual decor

Marble Columns

Two of the four columns I created in a large entry foyer to add interest and warmth to the room.

Somerset Art Association has a new Identity

The Somerset Art Association located in Bedminister New Jersey is changing it's name and identity. The new name is , Center for Contemporary Art.
The 40 year old non profit organization will still be located in existing headquarters in Bedminister New Jersey. Lectures, Artist Exhibits, Bus tours, Studio courses and Gallery shows are available. Go to SomersetArt.org for information on the new direction and new class schedule.

Fall Holiday News from Audrey's Artistic Painting via #constantcontact

Fall Holiday News from Audrey's Artistic Painting via #constantcontact

Paint on tile backsplash

Yes you can paint a mural or design on an existing tile backsplash.
If you have a plain tile kitchen backsplash and would like to have a mural or design painted behind your stove, you can have this done with Perm Enamel paints, proper conditioning and surface sealer.

New and Improved Website

The new and improved website, www.AudreysArtisticDesign.com is easy to navigate. You will see our current portfolio of wall finishes, furniture painting and Cabinet makeovers.
The new website has a decorative painting section and One Day Redesign and Home Staging Section. Brand new photos are pictured.
Easy to use Contact Form to send questions and comments.

Designer Showhouse Time

There are a few great NJ Designer Showhouse and Garden tours this spring.

5th Annual Designer Showhouse of New Jersey runs from April 25th to June 6th. The home is on High Meadow Road in Saddle River, NJ.
Additional info can be found on the website, www.thedsnj.com

The 2010 Mansion in May Designer Showhouse and Gardens at Fawn Hill Farm in Morristown, NJ.

The Junior League of Greater Princeton designer Showhouse from April 25th to May 23rd. Details at www.jlgp.org

Try to check one out. The admission fee always benenfits a worthwhile cause.

Before and After Photos Oak Cabinets Updated

Oak cabinets are 15 years old and very good quality but homeowners wanted a newer look. So I had them painted in a linen white and then finished with a beautiful esspresso glaze.
They look brand new!

New Surfaces for Counter Tops are forms of Concrete

Decorating & design trade shows and decorative painting schools are featuring the New concrete counter tops. High end design publications feature display ads for this finish. Since I'm in the business of decorative finishing, I study products for all types of surfaces, even though my specialty is primarily on walls, ceilings, woodwork and furniture. There's a whole world out there of new concrete finishes with custom designs and colors for flooring and counter tops. Skill and special training are required to create concrete counters. Some look like beautiful polished stone while others are more matte-like. The trend is growing faster in the southwest and southeast, most likely because of home style and climate.
Concrete custom counters are positioned against granite and granite like counters. I'm still partial to the granite which took awhile to catch on after Corian was the big things. Not sure about the concrete. It's definately a more modern look and that appeals to many people.

The Language of color

It helps to know some of the frequently used terms when talking and deciding about color
Analogous Colors: neigbors on the color wheel
Complementary colors: Opposites on the color wheel (These appear brighter when used together)
Hue: Another name for color,hue refers to the color family such as yellow, blue or red.
 Primary Colors: Pure colors that combine to create al the other colors
Secondary Color: A combination of equal parts of two primarycolors
Shade: Any color with black added: also refers to slight variations in a color
Tertiary Color: A compination of equal parts of a primary and a secondary color
Tint: Any color with white added
Tone: A color's intensity or degree of lightness or darkness

What are you interested in learning about decorative painting?

I am a professional decorative painter and have been fortunate to have a successful career for over 12 years doing what I love and helping other people love the space they live in.
I would like to know what you would like to learn about regarding decorative painting. Perhaps you would like to learn a particular technique or would like to know about the latest faux finishes.

Custom made Wood Archway with Marble Finish