Black Venetian Plaster with Beaded Strands decorative finish
DECORATIVE FINISH HOW-TO

Black Venetian Plaster with Beaded Strands

Artist: Caroline Lizarraga

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PROJECT SUPPLIES:

INSTRUCTIONS:

1 | Mix the Soapstone with the Carbon Black Slow Dry Fluid Acrylics to a solid black.
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2 | Apply 3 coats of Soapstone. Burnish in between coats to increase the shine. Let dry.
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3 | Rub Glazing Gel over the entire area and buff to a shine with a soft rag. Let dry.
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4 | Mix two separate color batches of a) Glass Bead Gel with Silver Metallic Paint and b) Glass Bead Gel with Bright Silver Metallic Paint. We mix two to give the design dimension. Pour each color mix into separate squeeze bottles. Start piping your desired pattern of beaded strands onto the wall using a guide (such as chalk) or organically. Let dry.
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Here is the final finish.
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About the Artist
With hands permanently covered in plaster and paint, Caroline Lizarraga is happiest working in Old World ways. She trained for her craft in the cobblestoned streets of Florence, Italy, and continues to bring that antiquated sensibility to all of her projects today. You’ll find her on every job site, working each layer of color and detailing solely by hand. She’s passionate not only about creating amazing interior environments but also in helping her clients find and express their own distinctive style. No two jobs are ever alike. Whether it’s a boutique hotel in Napa Valley, an expansive winery estate, or a private residence, her approach is always the same: create a space that is utterly authentic and magically artful.

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