ABOUT

Stacey Van Gundy

Stacey Van Gundy is a professional decorative artist, fine artist, and educator with over two decades of experience transforming spaces with texture and artistry. Known as The Texturalist, Stacey blends her background in Venetian plaster, metallic finishes, murals, and custom wall treatments into expressive fine art and approachable teaching. After semi-retiring from client work, she now teaches artists and furniture painters how to master modern finishes and build profitable creative businesses through her Surface to Success Program and hands-on workshops. Stacey’s mission is to help women create with confidence, elevate their skills, and turn their artistic gifts into meaningful income.

THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU IF:

  • You are a furniture painter or wall finisher ready to pivot and expand your skills..

  • You love painting but you're tired of undercharging and guessing what to price.

  • You want to offer finishes clients actually request — not just pretty samples

  • You feel stuck, underpaid, or creatively burned out

  • You want a step-by-step road map instead of trying to figure it out on your own.

  • You want to offer finishes clients actually request - not just pretty samples.

  • You want a business you can grow around your family and lifestyle

  • You want a mentor who understands the decorative arts industry firsthand

  • You feel called to step into something bigger creatively

  • You don't want information - you want SUPPORT, FEEDBACK, AND RESULTS

  • You're ready to stop guessing and start implementing with real results.

WHAT MAKES 'SURFACE TO SUCCESS' DIFFERENT?

Most courses give you videos and wish you luck. Surface to Success gives you support, accountability, and implementation.

  • Weekly Live Coaching

    Most courses give you videos and wish you luck. Surface to Success gives you support, accountability, and implementation.

  • A Clear, Guided Path

    No overwhelm, no confusion, no “Where do I start?” moments. Just follow the steps.

  • A Professional Portfolio

    You’ll create finishes that SELL — not foo-foo samples nobody books

  • A Complete Materials Kit (worth $300)

    Your tools + products arrive at your door so you can start creating immediately.

  • Step By Step Implementation

    Clear, simple instructions you can actually follow — even if you’ve never done these finishes before.

  • A Private Community

    You’re never alone. You grow alongside other artists moving through the same journey.

  • Accountability & Momentum

    You’re supported every step of the way so you actually implement and see results.

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!

✨THE TRANSFORMATION YOU'LL EXPERIENCE

By the end of 'Surface To Success" you will:

  • Have a polished, professional portfolio

  • Know how to price, bid, and estimate confidently

  • Be able to walk into client meetings knowing exactly what to say

  • Feel confident offering designer-level finishes

  • Know where to find paying clients

  • Understand how to promote and present your work

  • Have mastered finishes clients request most

  • Feel supported, guided, and capable

  • Have the option to become a Certified Decorative Artist™

  • Have the confidence to grow a creative business that fits your life

WHAT'S NEW IN THE 2026 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.

✨Why SURFACE TO SUCCESS is unlike anything else

This isn’t a “watch a video and figure it out” kind of course. This is a professional-level decorative arts training, designed from 25+ years of real experience working with homeowners, designers, builders, and contractors.

  • SELLABLE FINISHES that clients actually book.

  • A COMPLETE BUSINESS FOUNDATION, so you know how to price, bid, and present your work.

  • A PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO, built step-by-step with real products

  • HANDS ON TRAINING for every finishes.

  • A PRIVATE COMMUNITY of creatives growing along side you.

  • A FULL MATERIAL KIT MAILED TO YOUR DOOR (no hunting for supplies)

  • 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.**

✨ The Surface to Success Signature Success Path

This is your step-by-step pathway from creative uncertainty to confident, paid decorative artist.

  • Stage 1 — Build Your Business & Creative Foundation

    Learn how to set up a professional decorative art business, price your work, find clients, and confidently run your first client meeting with confidence. You'll also learn how to price, bid, and estimate so you never undercharge again!

  • Stage 2 — Core Money-Making Finishes

    Create sellable, natural-inspired finishes that immediately upgrade your portfolio. These foundational surfaces mimic real materials like concrete, metal, marble, and grasscloth - perfect for building a portfolio you can start earning from right away!

  • Stage 3 — Modern Textural Finishes

    Master the on-trend, designer-favorite surfaces like Venetian plaster, lime plasters, and lime wash that designers and homeowners are obsessed with right now. These premium surfaces instantly elevate your portfolio and help you stand out in your market!

  • Stage 4 — High-End Decorative Finishes

    Learn layered, luxury finishes (foil, mica, stone textures, gold/silver leaf) that let you command premium prices. These layered techniques allow you to create custom textured finishes your clients can't find anywhere else!

  • Stage 5 — Artistic Expansion & Professional Portfolio

    Learn murals 101, curate your portfolio, photograph your work, and present it professionally and with confidence. Build your "Creative Menu" of services to share with designers and homeowners!

This is your clear path from where you are now… to where you want to be.

Enroll today

Become a Certified Decorative Artist™

Show clients, designers, and contractors that you’re professionally trained, highly skilled, and fully qualified to create the finishes they’re looking for. -Once you complete the Surface to Success program, you can apply to become a Certified Decorative Artist™. This designation isn’t just a title — it’s a symbol of excellence, professionalism, and mastery in the decorative arts.

As a Certified Decorative Artist™, you’ll receive:

  • A custom certification badge to display on your website, social media, and marketing materials

  • A permanent listing on the “Certified Graduates” page of my website, including your: name state business or contact information

  • This allows homeowners, designers, and contractors in your area to find you easily and trust that you are fully trained and qualified.

✨ Why This Certification Matters

My goal is to make the Surface to Success Certification something that carries real weight — a credential people recognize and trust. When clients see that an artist is Certified through this program, I want them to feel confident that the work will be beautiful, professional, and done at the highest level.

  • This Certification Helps You To:

  • Stand out as a fully trained decorative artist

  • Build credibility instantly

  • Book higher-paying clients who value professional work

  • Separate yourself from hobbyists and DIY painters

  • Join a growing nationwide network of certified artists

  • Showcase your achievement proudly with your official badge

  • Gain visibility through the certified artist directory on my website

  • You’re not just completing a course — you’re joining a recognized professional community.

EVERYTHING YOU GET INSIDE THE PROGRAM

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  • Full Training Library

  • Weekly Coaching

  • Portfolio Guidance

  • Community Support

  • Certification Access

  • 2-Years To Complete Program

  • Lifetime Access

  • Complete Materials Kit

  • Accountability

  • Step-By-Step Finishes

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!

This Isn’t Just Education. It’s Transformation Through Guided Implementation.

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  • Real World Business Tools

  • A Clear Roadmap

  • A Mentor Walking With You

  • Expanded Curriculum

  • Exclusive Business Resources

  • Done For You Templates & Checklists

  • Training Sessions With Top Decorative Artists In The Industry

  • 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!
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Build Your Portfolio

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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"

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.

Right now during presale, you can join at the lowest price I'll ever offer, with exclusive early-bird bonuses just for my waitlist. These prices end January 1st! 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!

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