This is one of my favorite faux techniques, and I use it often because it always looks so different depending on the colors I use. The pallet used here is also a real favorite of mine; ochres, coppers, terra-cottas, and deep browns can create fabulous, rich drama, and actually makes this small powder bath appear larger.These large, beautiful swirls of neutral shades give this masterbath a sense of grace and elegance without giving up the light, airy feel. I really have fun doing this technique, and its a fast way to really make a dramatic statement that is unusual, yet easy to decorate around.

This particular house was about 24 feet to the ceiling. Sometimes getting to where I have to paint is much more of a challenge than the painting itself. There's no job too big if you're determined!

Marbleizing is an intriguing process and entryway columns done with this technique anchor classical rooms. I enjoy painting veining patterns almost paint themselves, as my brushes and sponges blend glazes, creating marble columns that only your hairdresser would know aren't real.

A huge foyer with walls over 20 feet has been painstakingly painted in faux stone blocks. In the cracks grow moss and ferns for a touch of green. The "niches" hold elegant urns in soft hues of mauve and taupe. A butterfly here and there appears to float in mid-air. This gigantic entry makes an spectacular first impression with subtle intricacies of different colored veining throughout. The stones brings rich warmth to an area that might otherwise feel too open.