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Michel NADAÏ, is an internationally renowned decorative painter and author of the best-selling book Art & Techniques : Decorative Painting. He has trained hundreds of people in the traditional techniques of decorative painting, using his own unique training method which has earned him an international reputation. People come from all over the world to study with him and give their decorative painting careers a solid, serious and professional foundation. 

 

 


The Decorative Painter’s
Complete Course


"Highly recommended ! The content of the program was excellent. Michel’s very generous and thorough teaching made learning such a pleasure. You’ll be amazed at the quality of the finished portfolio."
Marina Hughes,
Recipient of the Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust

This course will help you build a solid foundation that is fundamental for today’s decorative painter.

Furthermore, by training at Atelier Nadaï you will not only get the opportunity to train with a master, but you will also have an incredible experience as you immerse yourself in the culture, art and history of France.

Dates :
September 27, 2010 to February 11, 2011
(18 weeks, or a total of 630 hours)

Location :
The town of Le Passage, France (postal code 47520)


Who can apply : 
Beginners or professionals looking for a complete and in-depth course in decorative painting. A resume and short introduction letter will be requested prior to registration.

Instructor :
Taught by Michel Nadaï, Best Craftsman of France in Decorative Painting and Trompe-l’œil, and other renown instructors. 

Validation :
Certificate of completion, mentioning that the student trained with a Best Craftsman of France, handed upon completion of the course.

Highlights of the program :

  • Specific wood graining and faux marble techniques
  • Filage (lining) and imitation molding techniques
  • Ornamentation painted in trompe-l’œil
  • Theory on the harmony of colors
  • Drafting – Techniques of relief – Pouncing patterns
  • Composition of style
  • Rendering of painted mural
  • Sky – Clouds – Drapes – Landscape – Trees – Foliage…