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(A Division of Modern Masters)
of Faux Painting & Decorative Finishing, Inc.™
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Kelly S. King believes firmly that a student who wishes to seek out training in the field of faux painting and decorative finishing needs to be trained by dedicated individuals with a vast knowledge that supports the integrity of the faux and decorative painting trade.  In addition to Mr. King, the combined experience of our instructors lends much credibility to the faux painting classes offered through The Kelly S. King Academy of Faux Painting & Decorative Finishing, Inc. and uses this very experience to train students to master the world's finest faux and decorative finishes.

Kelly S. King has trained thousands of successful students in a variety of innovative faux painting techniques, and leads one of the nation's leading choices among faux painting schools for instructing individuals in the fields of faux finishing and decorative painting.

Kelly is dedicated to the faux painting industry and continues to seek out the very best faux finish and decorative painting artists to share their knowledge and skills with his students.  In addition, Kelly and the other instructors continually research and develop the latest styles and techniques of decorative finishes and put them to the test in the actual faux painting field.  All this in the effort to pass this information on to the students that attend The Kelly S. King Academy of Faux Painting & Decorative Finishing, Inc.

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Kelly S. King President & Lead Instructor Kelly S. King's goal is to share his vast knowledge and experience through his world-renowned series of professional faux painting classes...  [more]

Rhonda Canales Instructor Rhonda Canales has been an inspirational instructor of faux painting techniques with Kelly S. King for over 4 years.  She currently teaches both our Quick Start Faux Finish Class and Mastering Wall Finishes I ...  [more]