Chalk Paint
Chalk paint is a water-based decorative coating known for its soft, ultra-matte finish. It is commonly used to give furniture and home décor a painted or aged look.
Painter
Jonathon Marc Mendes
Jonathon Marc Mendes is a British furniture artist and painting educator known for decorative furniture work, custom color mixes, hand-painted details, and chalk-paint techniques.
Related: Annie Sloan · Katarina Hernandez
Jonathon Marc Mendes quick facts
Review key details about Jonathon Marc Mendes's furniture-art practice, decorative painting, custom color mixes, hand-painted details, chalk paint, and teaching.
| Nationality | British |
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| Practice | Furniture painting, decorative finishing, photography, and painting education |
| Academy | Painted Love Academy |
| Paint-related medium | Chalk Paint |
| Notable role | Annie Sloan Painter in Residence in 2017 |
| Common techniques | Layered color, decorative motifs, hand lettering, wax, gilding, and bespoke furniture finishes |
Sources: Jonathon Marc Mendes: About and Annie Sloan: Vintage Circus Sideboard.
Paint types used
See the paint types documented in Mendes's work, with links to PaintZeal references explaining each medium's properties, uses, and working characteristics.
Surface types used
See the surface types documented in Mendes's work, with links to PaintZeal references explaining how each support behaves and is prepared for painting.
Wood
Wood is a natural, porous material with grain patterns and absorbency that vary by species and cut. Its surface may also contain knots, resin, or an existing finish.