Training at
Stucco & Stucco
Stucco & Stucco training is built for professionals who want real, hands-on mastery of Venetian plaster and decorative surface finishes. Delivered at our purpose-built Wakefield academy, each course focuses on material understanding, precision techniques, and creative control using authentic Novacolor systems.
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Introduction Course
This entry-level course builds a strong foundation in Venetian plaster and decorative finishes. You’ll learn correct preparation, basic application methods, and material behaviour while working hands-on with Novacolor products. Ideal for beginners looking to understand technique, tools, and finish control with confidence.
Minerals & Metallics
This focused course explores the creative potential of mineral and metallic finishes. You’ll experiment with texture, movement, and surface depth while refining top-coat control and metallic effects. Perfect for applicators wanting to expand their finish range and produce striking, contemporary sample boards.
Concrete Designs
This hands-on course explores contemporary concrete and clay finishes using Archi+ and Novacolor systems. You’ll develop control over texture, depth, and movement while creating sample boards under guidance. Perfect for applicators looking to expand skills and produce modern, finishes.
Advanced Techniques
Designed for experienced applicators, this course sharpens precision and elevates execution. You’ll develop advanced colour blending, layering, stencilling, and bespoke product mixing techniques to achieve refined, high-end decorative surfaces with consistency and control.
Advanced Techniques – Part 2
This continuation course pushes creative boundaries beyond traditional finishes. You’ll explore innovative materials, trend-led applications, and experimental techniques while developing distinctive, signature surface styles. Small class sizes allow for focused guidance and advanced creative development.
Andy Robinson
[Novacolor Ambassador]
Having worked with Novacolor products extensively, understanding the quality and capability they have and using them to teach in the S&S training academy, I was incredibly motivated to become a Novacolor Ambassador. Seeing other artists from around the world being recognised for their passion and skill by a company as highly respected within the industry as Novacolor was a key driver. I experienced both my clients and students looking up to the other Ambassadors with respect and recognising what it takes to achieve such a high level. I was and still am inspired by the quality, creativity, and professionalism of all those that have made ambassador and strive to not only achieve but maintain those high standards.
I've worked directly with Andy in his business for a few years now. He is driven by quality and building strong relationships which makes his business a must if you want a great experience as well as a beautiful bespoke installation.
Mark Lloyd
I spent the week in Wakefield at the Stucco & Stucco training academy with Andy and Ian. I learned a biblical amount during the intro course and I'm looking forward to learning more when I attend the next course. Andy provided an outstanding plethora of training with so much passion, patience and knowledge of the Novacolor product.
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