Freshport Atelier

About Freshport Atelier

We teach wood painting like a scientific craft—structured, documented, and measurably safer. Our guides reduce trial-and-error so your finish systems are predictable and durable.

Mission

Advance the craft of wood painting through clear instruction, responsible material choices, and respect for heritage finishes.

Method

Each course follows a lab-style protocol: objective, tools, environment, execution, troubleshooting, and verification steps.

Values

Clarity, safety, repeatability, and respect for materials. No theatrics—just clean results you can stand behind.

Our Team

Evan Roe — Lead Finisher

Specializes in marbling and historic glazes. Evan documents finish systems for repeatable workshop adoption.

Marin Cole — Materials Safety

Guides solvent handling and low-VOC alternatives. Writes our safety briefings and PPE checklists.

Rowan Hale — Restoration

Focuses on substrate diagnosis and reversible interventions for heritage pieces.

June Park — Curriculum Design

Builds our progressive learning tracks with measurable skill outcomes and clear assessment rubrics.

Where to start

Most learners begin with surface preparation and primer compatibility before moving to glazing or marbling.