Spray metal finishes offer an exciting way to apply a genuine metal surface to wood, MDF, and other materials. The results can range from highly polished metal to aged, patinated, and heavily textured surfaces. During this practical two-day course, Marc will introduce students to the materials, equipment, and techniques he uses to create metal finishes for his award-winning furniture and sculptural work. Unlike metallic paints, spray metal systems contain real metal particles suspended in a binder. Once cured, the surface can be sanded, polished, burnished, and patinated much like solid metal. Marc will demonstrate spray equipment and gun setup, mixing ratios, and application techniques. Students will then prepare and spray their own samples while experimenting with different textures and finishes. Marc will also share his secret formula for making the finish, which can save more than 80% compared with retail kits. No spray setup is required to benefit from the class, as Marc will also demonstrate hand applied techniques. Students will explore sanding with different grits, polishing, burnishing, chemical patinas, aging, and intentionally leaving areas rough or textured to create contrast. The emphasis will be on experimentation rather than completing a single project. Students will create a collection of samples featuring different metals, textures, and finishing techniques that can serve as a valuable reference for future work. Marc will also discuss his approach to surface, material, and contrast within his own designs.