2011-2012 NTA Class Schedule

Sign up now for this year's wonderful classes and events!

Register online, call Terri Roberts (612.801.3436), or complete a Class Registration Form at an NTA meeting. See our class registration policies.

Please Note: Classes and/or details are subject to change. Please see the NTA website or facebook updates for specific class requirements and the most up to date information.

Basic Supply List:
(bring to all classes unless noted otherwise)
Assorted stencil brushes, chip brushes, cloth rags, water container, apron or paint shirt, scissors, Sharpie marker, sea sponge, assorted artist's brushes, notebook, zip lock bags, ruler, hair dryer, badger brush, pen, pencil.



Come join us at our first NTA 2011-2012 meeting for food, music, laughter, prizes, and a whole lot of creative juices. We will kick off the new year with food, music, and beverages from 6:00pm- 6:30. Next we'll move onto our meeting to share new information and discuss the benefits of being an IDAL and NTA member. Finally, we will have an exciting class to inspire your creativity. There is no cost to our first class, but please bring a color wheel, if you have one.

Future Classes:

October 3   So You Think You Can Tromp…Yes you Can!

Sharon Wagner will teach Trompe loeil.


November 7   America NTA's Got Talent!

Everyone bring your favorite paint, plaster, etc. product. We will share and create a beautiful work of art by combining our talents. Everyone has a talent.


December 5   The Voice

Kathy Boyd will be teaching us about blogging


January 2   Design on a Dime

Expensive Finishes Do Not have to be an expensive cost to the finisher. Secrets of the trade. Play date with various products.


February 6   America's Next Top Coat Model

Tracy and Mike Besse will be teaching the icoat system. More details to come. Class will be held at the icoat studio in Shakopee.


March 5   Divine Design

Kathy Chermak will be teaching a beautiful finish in Lusterstone.


April 2   This Old House

Terri will be teaching metal Patina finishes without the unpredictable chemical reaction.


May 7   Furniture Hunters

Kathleen will be teaching a furniture embellishment finish that can also be used on cabinets or canvas using composites.