Furniture Painting for Beginners

A relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll paint a small furniture piece from start to finish.

This class is designed for beginners who want to learn the basics of furniture painting in a supportive, no-pressure environment. We focus on simple techniques, one color, and a manageable piece, so you can complete your project during class and leave feeling confident to keep going at home

Class Date

Sunday, January 25, 2026
1:00–4:00 PM
Marlene Steele Art Studio, Front Street, Dayton, Ohio

Who This Class Is For

You’ve never painted furniture before
You’ve tried it once and felt unsure
You want clear guidance without overwhelm
You want to leave with a finished piece

No experience required.

What You’ll Learn:

How to properly prep a small furniture piece
Beginner-friendly painting techniques
How to achieve a clean, finished look using one color
Finishing options and next steps for home

What to Bring

One small furniture piece you can carry in one hand
Examples include:
- small stool
- drawer
- chair seat
- wooden box
- small tabletop piece

Large or multi-piece furniture is not suitable for this class.

What’s Included:

One jar of furniture paint
(choose from a curated selection of colors)
Use of all tools and supplies during class
Step-by-step instruction throughout the workshop
Optional class-day-only paint bundles (paint, wax, brush) will be available for purchase.

Class Details

Skill level: Beginner
Length: Approximately 3 hours
Location: Marlene Steele Art Studio
Front Street, Dayton, Ohio

Upcoming class dates will be announced soon.

Marlene Steele Art