ABOUT

Stacey Van Gundy

Hi, I’m Stacey Van Gundy! I am a Certified Decor Artist, fine artist, muralist, business owner, and educator. In my work, I create multi-layered artistic finishes on decor surfaces, using only the finest products as an investment in your home. I have had the opportunity to work with designers, homeowners, and contractors for over 25 years. I also offer in-person decorative painting workshops, and online tutorials to teach artists from all different environments the art of decorative painting.

WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR:

  • Furniture painters ready to pivot.

  • Love decorating your home and dream of doing it for others

  • Have artistic skill but lack a business framework to turn it into income

  • Feel stuck, underpaid, or creatively burned out

This Is For You

You want a business you love, the flexibility to set your own hours, and the confidence to charge what you're worth. Inside this program, you'll find the tools, training, and transformation to make it real!

ENROLL NOW AND SAVE $500!

WHAT'S NEW IN THE 2025 EDITION!

This isn’t just a refresh—it’s a full-on upgrade designed to give you even more tools to grow your creative business with confidence. Here’s what’s been added to help you succeed:

  • Expanded Curriculum: Enjoy brand-new workshop tutorials featuring some of my most popular and profitable decorative painting techniques: • How to layout an abstract mural • My signature combed granite fireplace finish • A full textured canvas art workshop These techniques are tried-and-true favorites that continue to sell—and now I’m sharing them with you, step-by-step.

  • Exclusive Business Resources: You’ll get updated guides and all-new video trainings that walk you through pricing, client communication, branding, and more—based on what’s worked in my own business for over two decades.

  • Done-for-You Templates & Checklists: Fresh, ready-to-use tools to help you streamline your workflow and design custom plans for your clients. Perfect for consultations, marketing, and creative project planning.

  • Bonus Training Sessions: New this year! I’ll be inviting some of the top decorative artists in the field to share how they built their businesses, their go-to products, and favorite tips & tricks. These bonus interviews will be inspiring, insightful, and loaded with actionable advice.

What You'll Learn

  • Learn how to expand your furniture painting biz into the Decorative Artist / Faux Finish Industry

  • How to build a profitable portfolio of decorative samples

  • How to price your work with confidence and create finishes that sell.

  • How to market your services and attract high-end clients

  • How to set up a flexible, client-ready creative business.

  • You will obtain the courage to recreate finishes with confidence every time!

  • You'll learn the same techniques, systems, and strategies I've used over 25+ years to build a six-figure business as a decorative artist.

  • **If you follow what I teach, you can make your investment back with your first client-and go on to build a business that fits your life.**

What You Will Get

  • 12 Weeks of Step-By-Step Decorative Artist Training

    Learn the exact finishes and techniques I’ve used to build a six-figure business, with clear, easy-to-follow instruction delivered week-by-week.

  • Project-Based Certification

    This isn’t a passive course—you’ll complete hands-on projects and upload your work for review. Once you've completed the course and shown your finished techniques, you’ll earn your Certified Decorative Artist credential. You will receive an actual Certified Decorative Artist Certificate to set you apart in the industry.

  • Weekly Live Coaching + Q&A's

    Join Stacey live each week via Zoom to get your questions answered and receive personalized feedback and encouragement.

  • Quizzes To Reinforce Learning

    Quick and clear quizzes help you retain key knowledge and feel confident about your understanding of techniques, products, and processes.

  • Create A Portfolio That Sells For You

    You'll receive a full product supply list and materials by mail so you can follow along and execute each technique yourself—no guesswork, no overwhelm. By the end of the program, you’ll have a killer portfolio of real, completed samples you can present to clients with confidence. These portfolio pieces become your calling card-the kind that makes clients say. "Wow, I need that in my home!" This isn't filler or fluff-each finish in the portfolio is one I've personally used again and again in my painting business. They're current, in-demand, and proven to sell. You won't be practicing with outdated trends-you'll be building a portfolio that pays off from the start.

  • Done-for-You Templates & Client Checklists

    Access ready-to-use pricing guides, consultation forms, design worksheets, and more to help you launch your business with professionalism from day one.

EARLY BIRD BONUSES - JUST FOR YOU!

AVAILABLE ONLY DURING THE LIMITED TIME PRE-SALE!

  • Venetian Plaster Trowel

    A professional-grade tool that will set you up for success in textured finishes - shipped directly to you!

  • Styling & Staging Workshop (pre-recorded

    Learn how to decorate, style, and stage both your work and your clients’ spaces. You’ll discover how to use staging as an added revenue stream and a way to elevate your finishes with magazine-worthy results. This is the “secret sauce” many artists overlook—and it’s a game-changer for presenting your work professionally and upselling your services.

  • Extra Sample Boards

    Get even more hands-on practice so you can perfect your techniques and expand your portfolio with 3 extra primed sample boards!

MORE BONUSES

  • Access To All My Pre-Recorded Workshops

    An entire library of past workshops that aren’t included in the core certification program. Great for extra learning, inspiration, and adding new tricks to your toolkit.

  • Mini Sample Kit of My Signature Products

    Includes a selection of my exclusive decorative finishes so you can experiment, explore, and create confidently.

These bonuses are only available to early enrollees during the presale period. Once we move to full enrollment, they’re gone!

ENROLL NOW & CLAIM YOUR BONUSES!

Build Your Portfolio

Your gonna need a stunning portfolio to wow your clients with and this one is remarkable! These techniques were "hand picked" so that you will get the most "bang for your buck"! Every single one you can start using immediately in your decorative painting biz!

Your Transformation

Imagine walking into a consultation with a confident price sheet, a stunning sample portfolio, and finishes that quite literally sell themselves!

Picture waking up excited to work on art that brings in steady income and lets you stay present with your family. Envision a business built around creativity, your time, and your lifestyle. That's what's waiting for you on the other side of "yes"

📅 Program Kickoff: September 9, 2025

Join now, save your spot, and enjoy early access to your bonuses before the full course begins!

  • Become Confident in Your Value

  • Certified, With A Client Ready Portfolio

  • Capable of Earning 6 Figures if you Follow the Process

  • Supported, Inspired, and Business-Savvy

Every image here was created using the exact techniques taught in the Surface to Success™ Program. This is what real work, real income, and real opportunity looks like!

What Past Students Are Saying

"I loved the Certified Decorative Artist Training Course! The tutorials are perfect for beginners and professionals alike—whether you're just getting started or looking to expand your finish library. Stacey’s videos are so easy to follow, and she was always willing to answer my questions. I also appreciated that she introduced us to a wide variety of products, not just techniques. Because of this course, I’ve sold many of her finishes to my own clients—and even created new ones inspired by her guidance." — Lisa Louro, Lisa Louro Designs

"This course can be applied to anyone wanting to turn their passion into profit. I was truly enlightened by how to calculate pricing correctly and the importance of not selling yourself short. Stacey also shares layered social marketing strategies to help get your business seen. Very empowering and informational—anyone considering going to the next level needs this!" — E. Boer

Bonus Testimonial

"I had the pleasure of taking Stacey's Staging Wall Workshop this past year, and I have to say—I learned so much! The class not only taught me how to create a stunning textured wall finish, but also included valuable tips on lighting, choosing the right wall color, and staging my painted pieces like a pro. Stacey brings years of experience to the table and teaches with such warmth and encouragement. I highly recommend learning from her!"

This isn’t practice. These are portfolio-ready, client-loved finishes designed to sell themselves.

FAQ

  • What if I don't have time to watch the tutorials live?

    You will have all the videos on the replay so you can go back and watch at your own convenience.

  • Will I need to have the program finished at the end of the course?

    No. You will have 12 months after the course ends to complete your certification. You will have access to all the content forever and all future trainings (products for future certification programs will need to be purchased)

  • I'm a designer, would this be a good fit for me?

    Yes! Many designers have expanded their biz into the Decorative Artist Industry by adding artistic finishes into their repertoire.

  • How can I make my investment back?

    Absolutely. Many students make their investment back with their very first paid project.

  • How is the course delivered?

    This course is delivered through the Thinkific platform. You will be able to access each module as they become available each week along with detailed written instructions. You will also receive all the products to finish your portfolio by mail. A private Facebook group will also be setup so we can connect.

  • Will I have access to Stacey

    Yes! Weekly Zoom calls, private Facebook access, Marco Polo with the group to stay in touch during and after the course is finished, so you can have direct coaching every step of the way.

  • Is this just for wall finishes?

    Not at all-you'll learn techniques for walls, backsplashes, canvas art, furniture, and more.

Course curriculum

  1. Welcome to the course!

  2. MODULE 1 - Business 101

  3. MODULE 2 - Networking

  4. MODULE 3 Hammered Copper Finish

  5. MODULE 4 - Acrylic Venetian Plaster

  6. MODULE 5 - Faux Tile

YOUR INVESTMENT

This isn’t just another DIY course—it’s a complete, career-shifting experience. When you enroll in the Certified Decorative Artist Training Program, you’re getting more than just video lessons. You’re getting 25+ years of hands-on experience, a proven step-by-step framework, weekly support, and a path that can lead to a six-figure creative business—just like it did for me. If you follow what I teach, you’ll not only build a stunning portfolio—you’ll learn how to confidently price, sell, and scale your services in ways you never imagined.

  • 12 Weeks of In-Depth Training

  • Weekly Live Q&A + Coaching

  • All-New Video Tutorials & Business Guides

  • Done-for-You Templates and Checklists

  • Portfolio-Building Video Workshop

  • Complete Supply List By Mail

  • Private Student Community

  • Certification Upon Completion

YOUR INVESTMENT

This isn't just another DIY course-it's a complete, career-shifting experience.

When enrollment opens, you'll have a chance to join at the lowest price I'll ever offer, with exclusive early-bird bonuses just for my waitlist. If you've been waiting for the perfect moment to turn your creativity into a thriving business-you won't want to miss this.
I'M READY TO BUILD MY DREAM BUSINESS!

This is an investment in you!

Don't waist time struggling on how to invest in your painting business!

YES I'M IN - SAVE MY SPOT!

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