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Color by Design Professional

Color is definitely more than just paint - everything has color!  This program will teach you how to look at color in a whole new way.  Learn how to create exciting color palettes, conduct a professional color consultation and so much more.  Join me in my studio to learn how to "read" color, coordinate and create exciting color palettes for your clients.

In addition to the training materials you receive, you will be able to view color photo examples and submit your course exercises for review.

Learn about...

  • Color Basics - Everything you learned in kindergarten and more.
  • The Color Wheel - Why this inexpensive tool is necessary.
  • Color Psychology - Color makes us feel.  Find out what colors will make your clients feel good.
  • Color Schemes - Tried and true palettes for everyone.
  • Color and fabrics - Color is everywhere, so how can you make the right color selections.
  • Selecting color - For walls, furniture and beyond.
  • Correcting color - Oops!  Learn how to correct color in every room.
  • Color trends and forecasting - What does it mean and when should you pay attention.

Color Consulting is more than just taking a tour of the home and thumbing through the paint deck.  Learn how to conduct a professional color consult with ease.

  • Working with Clients
  • Professional Practice

Submit color exercises for review after you've completed the class.  (Optional)

You will receive...

  • The Color by Design manual.
  • Color Materials including paints, a color wheel and paint deck.
  • Detailed hands-on exercises and visual presentations in the studio to further enhance your skills.
  • Online Access to course blog featuring real-life decorating projects, additional study materials and more.
  • Lunch and refreshments.

Course Cost: $545.00

Purchase this program.  Please see calendar for dates.

Can't join me in the studio - take my Color by Design E-course instead.


Dewey Color

Until now, consumers made random color selections without knowing why. But this entirely new design-décor service goes beyond random selection. The patented Dewey Color Coordinator’s 25,000 no-mistake combinations are used to ease homeowner “color phobia” and take the fear out of color selection.

This course is a jam-packed, 2-day workshop that will certify you as a Dewey Color Consultant (DCC). On Day One, you’ll learn how to give in-home color consultations. On Day Two, we’ll coach you on how to grow your own business by offering color services to clients. Our color certification course teaches Consultants how to select precise, perfect color combinations for each homeowner without the fear of making an expensive color mismatch. Certified Dewey Color Consultants are experts at measuring, selecting, AND coordinating color combos that reflect and inspire the client. Click here for the complete course outline.

You will receive:

  • The patented Dewey Color Coordinator and Hue Are You? book
  • Transportation to and from all studio-related activities.
  • Detailed hands-on training exercises and visual presentations in the studio to further enhance your skills.
  • A few tools-of-the-trade and other goodies.
  • Food - Lunches, snacks and beverages provided to keep you satisfied and energized. We take into consideration your dietary needs and preferences, so please let us know what you like. (And don't like.)
  • We're still not done. You’ll receive ongoing support for as long as you need it.
  • Certification: A certificate of completion – Dewey Color Consultant
  • Eligible for ADE membership

Course Cost: $1295.00 – Register for this program.

For more information about the Dewey Color System and/or the Coordinator Course, please visit WeMakeColorEasy.com

Workshops & Classes - We're happy to accommodate groups of 4 or more in their own personalized color workshop. We will tailor a workshop just for you and your group. We’re happy to email you additional information at your request.

A $500.00 deposit is required to reserve you space in the program. The balance is due two weeks before class begins. (Hotel and additional transportation costs are not included.)

Click here to register. Or contact us for more information.

If you can not attend a studio program, consider one of our Home Study courses. We offer multiple course discounts. Please contact us for details.

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The Academy of Design and Decorating is a division of Beautiful Living, LLC and is a member of the Better Business Bureau.
KIMBERLY MERRITT - DIRECTOR                                         603-924-7324 / 866-924-7324    EMAIL