The problem
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT
By far the most common question I get asked is how do I make the colour blend look realistic and super shiny ? The most common mistakes people make are:
- Not taking your time
- skip stages to speed the process up
- Jumping into big walls before practicing on smaller areas
The polished plaster colour bled with gold leaf is by far the most complex venetian plaster design you will do, so it makes sense you wont get it right the first time . I cant stress this enough that it takes and to refine your skills . Its art at the end of the day and you need to find your own little style that works for you.
Enjoy the process and take your time.
Well, what if instead...
You knew how to blend the marbling
The colours and blend are so important and create the look making you one step closer to a perfect wall. Choose colours that sit well with each other and avoid over blending.
You could Refine you skills of applying the smaller veins
which add another layer of depth to your work. The small veins take time but join all the larger colours to achieve the marble look. use a quality brush and take images of real marble as inspiration.
You finally had the secret to the ultimate shine
Polishing the plaster to a high gloss shine is by far the most common part people struggle with luckily you will soon know the secret to solve this problem.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Hi, I'm Luke Freeman
With over 7 years of experience as a general plasterer before specialising in Venetian plaster, I’ve spent my career mastering the craft from the ground up.
Plastering isn’t just a trade—it’s an art form.
I founded this school to help other plasterers take their skills to the next level, offering hands-on knowledge, real-world techniques, and a deep understanding of decorative finishes.
From solid fundamentals to advanced Venetian styles, I’m here to share everything I’ve learned—because when it comes to walls, there’s not much I haven’t seen.
Introducing...
Venetian Plaster Masterclass
This is not for beginners , the polished plaster colour blend with gold leaf is a long process as we have almost an hour and a half worth of lessons, But defiantly worth it in the end . everything I know I have included in the lessons to help you become a master of venetian plaster. I wouldn't recommend this course to someone who has no previous knowledge but we do cover all the basics if you do think you want to start in the deep end. From, what are sample boards? to marbling every stage is made to help you learn .
What's included?
The course is broken down into easy to learn steps. It may seem I go into a little bit too much detail with some things but its the small details that really matter when you get to the higher level of venetian plastering. By breaking the course down into smaller sections it makes it a a lot easer of you to go back thought the course at any time and look over sections that you have struggled with or just need a little reminder.
At the end of each lesson I go though common problems you may face and how to overcome them. Iv learnt the hard way so you don't have to .
- How to use Quartz primer (5:55)
- Applying the base coat of plaster (13:43)
- Second coat application (5:29)
- Mixing colours for third coat (2:36)
- Applying the third coat ( colour blend ) (18:09)
- Initial polish and mixing veining material (4:03)
- Painting the veins (4:58)
- Finial polish and burnish before gold leaf (3:43)
- Applying gold leaf accents (10:16)
- Applying the wax and buffing (5:52)
- Finished product reveal (0:45)
More Information
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like, across any and all devices you own.
What equipment will I need?
we do have some essentials we need to achieve a high shine , as this course is aimed at other venetian plasterers already in the trade I assume you will already have most of the kit you need , but don't worry iv added a tools needed section to the course which covers everything we may need.
Student Testimonials
Hear From Happy Students
"I can’t wait to keep the work coming in!
I can’t thank Luke enough for being able to train me to make people’s dreams come true by creating some amazing designs and working for some amazing people. I can’t wait to keep it going and bring rooms to life."
"Thanks to Luke, I became a full-time Venetian plasterer.
I managed to quit my job in security, with no previous plastering knowledge. Luke keeps no secrets; if he knows an easier or better way of doing something, he shows you, which makes picking up Venetian plastering much easier. I would only recommend Luke to anyone wanting to learn or improve their current Venetian plastering level."
"Very hands-on and full of real industry knowledge.
The venetian plastering course run by Luke was brilliant. He shared valuable tips and techniques. The course gave me the skills and confidence to start my own business, offering a variety of high-end finishes to my customers."
"Having Luke train me was an absolute dream!
I walked away confident and knowledgeable about all materials and finishes. The aftercare is second to none, which is a big selling point in itself. I would highly recommend Luke to anyone."
This is perfect for you if...
- You've always struggled with getting the blends correct
this is the first step to making your design look like real marble.
- You're ready to learn how to improve your skills
we are all learning venery day so its always a goof time to try to improve your skills which will help you stand out from the crowd.
- Your already a venetian plasterer
A good knowledge of venetian plaster and application techniques is recommended for this course its defiantly not for beginners even though we do have all the information necessary for you to give it a go if your brave enough .