Behind the Texture
with Janell Keneske
- Janell's Designs
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I am a decorative painter who is very fortunate to be enjoying my passion for art and all it has to offer. I’ve always been very creative at an early age and blessed with a natural ability to create something from nothing. After pursuing a career in business and fashion, I found myself empty and bored. I was always duplicating rooms I’d seen in magazines, and everyone was telling me I was wasting my talents. With no forethought, only 3 month’s salary in the bank, and one client, I quit my job and I’ve never looked back.
What are some of your favorite decorative trends?
What’s trending now is texture. My most popular finishes are on fireplaces and kitchen hoods. GPW Soapstone looks amazing on fireplaces and can be easily tinted by hand. GPW metallic textures are my favorite go-to and my number one seller. I am often asked to duplicate a wallpaper, as clients do not like seeing the lines. What’s really beautiful about the metallic textures is that they are timeless. They can be modern, as well as traditional.
What are your thoughts on Pantone’s color of the year Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz?
Color can transform a room from dull to dazzling. Pantone Peach Fuzz is a cozy color I love. I’m in the process of using a warmer version of it on two armoires, with GPW Metallic Pewter brushed on top. The pieces will be stunning!
What does a work day look like for you?
An average workday for me is non-stop, up and down ladders. There are constant changes and sometimes drama, but it all works out in the end. It is so rewarding when your client is amazed at what you’ve created for them. We always celebrate the end of a great project by going out for a great dinner and a good glass of wine.
When you’re not at work, what can we find you doing?
When I’m not at work, you can most likely find me outdoors. I’m an avid traveler – on the slopes in the winter and beach in the summer – exploring all the world has to offer.
If we came to your city, we shouldn’t leave without doing what?
I live in central New Jersey, so I’m close to NYC, Philly and the beach. I’d say you must visit the Jersey shore. There is nothing better than listening to the waves and smelling the ocean air.
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