Welcome!
Lynne Rutter Studio occasionally hosts decorative painting classes and specialized workshops on the finer points of decorative art, gilding, murals, and finishing, taught hands-on by established, practicing artists in a spacious working atelier. Classes emphasize traditional techniques and materials and practical methods.
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"What a great, immersive experience, to learn something- really learn something I can use- in such a wonderful space... "
"Thank you Lynne! I loved everything about this class- the work, your generous teaching and humor, the magnificent studio space... Please let me know as soon as you schedule another class!"
"Of course I wear a tiara while I am painting. Doesn't everyone?"
"I just finished an entire 10 by 12 foot cloud ceiling in a little over one day all by myself. It came out awesome! Thank for teaching me how to paint clouds so easily. I amazed myself and my client."
"This is what I want to do and you have totally encouraged me to do it. I didn't want to leave your studio, I had to much fun..."
"Thank you so much for taking the time to teach us. I haven't been so inspired in so long! Looking forward to more classes. "
Upcoming Classes & Workshops
Questions? Email us at ornamentalist@gmail.com.
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![Pascal Amblard landscape painting]()
Landscape Mural Masterclass
Instructor: Pascal Amblard
Date: October 6 - 10, 2025 2 spaces available -
![Grisaille painting in the manner of Flemish painter Marten Jozef Geeraerts (1707–1791)]()
18th Century Grisaille Workshop
Instructor: Pascal Amblard
Date: October 12 - 13, 2025 Full. Waitlist available -
![work in progress églomisé commission with 23 karat red gold on low-iron glass]()
Verre Églomisé - Drawing into Gold
Instructor: Lynne Rutter
Date: TBD — inquire for next date -
![Cloudscape ceiling mural painted in the Westin St. Francis Hotel, San Francisco, approx. 650 square feet.]()
Cloud Ceiling Murals
Instructor: Lynne Rutter
Date: TBD — inquire for next date -
![formal powder room with hand-painted chinoiserie mural designed by lynne rutter for the san francisco decorator showcase]()
Flowering Chinoiserie Murals
Instructor: Lynne Rutter
Date: TBD — inquire -
![previous mural painting master class in progress]()
Mural Painting Masterclass
Instructor: Pascal Amblard
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![Alison Woolley decorative Italian gilded frames]()
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![site specific mural diptych painted for gilberth’s restaurant in san francisco oil on copper gilt panels 11 ft]()
Gilding for Painters
Instructor: Lynne Rutter
Date: TBD —inquire -
![18th century french ornament painting]()
18th Century French Ornament
Instructor: Pascal Amblard
Date: TBD — inquire -
![Jill London teaching San Francisco water guilding class]()
Traditional Water Gilding Class
Instructor: Jill London
Date: Thursday, March 27 - Sunday, March 30, 2025
"What a great, immersive experience, to learn something- really learn something I can use- in such a wonderful space... "
"Thank you Lynne! I loved everything about this class- the work, your generous teaching and humor, the magnificent studio space... Please let me know as soon as you schedule another class!"
"Of course I wear a tiara while I am painting. Doesn't everyone?"
"I just finished an entire 10 by 12 foot cloud ceiling in a little over one day all by myself. It came out awesome! Thank for teaching me how to paint clouds so easily. I amazed myself and my client."
"This is what I want to do and you have totally encouraged me to do it. I didn't want to leave your studio, I had to much fun..."
"Thank you so much for taking the time to teach us. I haven't been so inspired in so long! Looking forward to more classes. "
First, I recommend looking at the location of my studio on this map: Lynne Rutter Studio. Also, the city is only 7 miles wide, so being “across town” is not really that far.
I recommend that you obtain your reservations well in advance. San Francisco is a busy city with many events that can affect the cost of hotel rooms.
Home Rentals:
AirBnB.com or VRBO.com have many listings in residential settings. You can rent an apartment, maybe a larger one to share, or just find a room for yourself. To find something in easy walking distance to the studio, search for "Potrero Hill" or "Dogpatch" in the zip code 94107, and compare to my studio location.
Hotels:
The nearest hotels are LUMA Hotel and Hotel Via which are close to the baseball park about 1 mile from the studio. You may look in the Union Square or Embarcadero areas for the most hotel choices with easy transportation to the studio. Websites like Booking.com have everything from hostels to luxury resorts to apartment rentals, and you may search by budget and location.
Transportation:
Renting a car is not necessary! The trolley “T” line stops directly in front of my studio, and connects to Union Square. You can even stay in North Beach, walk into Chinatown to get this light rail and be to the studio wihtin 40 minutes. A MUNI Mobile Pass can allow you to get a single ride, a day pass, or a one week visitor pass at a great discount, to use on all city transportation.
If you are in a hurry, Uber, Lyft, and Flywheel apps are a great way to get a quick ride to the studio, and cost between $6 and $15 depending on the time of day or how far you are going. You can even get a driverless Waymo here if you are feeling adventurous!
If you are driving, there is a parking lot for $20 per, day directly behind my building at 901 Illinois. Use the Spot Hero app to find parking nearby.
I want you have a good experience in my home city, so please do feel free to contact me if you are unsure about a place or its location or need any assistance with your travel plans.
I look forward to welcoming you to the studio!
~Lynne
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