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Our Hands-On Venetian Plaster and Microcement Workshop Schedule for Spring 2026 is here with registration opening very soon! Stay tuned! See More About The Workshops Here…
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Exclusive Distributors of Stucco Italiano and Topcret Microcement
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Gulf Coast Plaster Artisans is the exclusive US distributor of Stucco Italiano plasters and decorative finishes. We are the exclusive distributor of Topcret microcement in the Gulf South (Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle) and points beyond.
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Phone: 504.435.8081 or email: info “at” gulfcoastplasterartisans.com (please insert “@” in place of “at”).
Gulf Coast Plaster Artisans, powered by Sylvia T Designs, boasts well over 25 years in the business. We have vetted and used countless materials and brands and bring this experience and long view to what we use and what we sell. We take the guesswork out of what are the right materials and techniques for your job.
Not only do we sell and train on world-class, artisan-level products, but we can also assist you in selecting what you need to achieve your project’s vision. This saves time and money and sets you and your clients up for success!
Here at Gulf Coast Plaster Artisans, we are proud to use and distribute two of the planet’s top producers – Stucco Italiano and Topcret. Stucco Italiano is a long-standing, family-owned plaster manufacturer, makers of true Italian plasters and decorative finishes. Topcret, based in Barcelona, Spain, is the leading microcement producer and innovator. Both offer exceptional quality at a competitive price. Believe us, we know!
Let us know what you are trying to achieve, the look, and the budget and we will get you going with the materials and support you need to make it happen! The products we carry run the gamut of looks and functionality. Whether you are looking for a delicate looking high-gloss plaster to a beautiful, yet durable solution for wet applications like showers or high-traffic areas like floors, we’ve got you covered!
Importantly, we emphasize the use of eco-friendly products that are always hardy, beautiful, and stand firmly on traditional practices with added modern improvements. The vast majority of the products we sell are no-VOC’s with just a few that are low-VOC’s. Our plasters are lime-based and water-based. You can trust that what you get from Gulf Coast Plaster Artisans is always of the highest quality with environmental responsibility and health in-mind!
Our online store is coming soon! In the meantime, contact us at 504.435.8081 or email us at info “at” gulfcoastplasterartisans.com (please insert “@” in place of “at”).
Gulf Coast Plaster Artisans, powered by Sylvia T Designs, is the only US-based certified trainer of Stucco Italiano plasters and decorative arts products. We are their distributor serving the US and Canada. We host multiday hands-on, in-person workshops in New Orleans where you can get certified in these materials and become a recommended applicator. Can’t make it to NOLA? No problem! We can pay a visit to train your team wherever you are! We were recently in Seattle conducting our Hands-On Venetian Plaster Workshop for PCI Northwest. Owner and master artisan, Sylvia Thompson-Dias, led the training, which covers the four classic Venetian plasters and lime paint. Gulf Coast Plaster Artisans – Premium Materials – Master Artisans.
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If you’ve been paying attention, Microcement is quickly gaining popularity here in the US! Already very popular in Europe and widely used in both commercial and residential spaces, we’re seeing a significant increase in projects and inquiries regarding this special material.
Our Introduction to Microcement Workshop is coming March 24-26 here in New Orleans! This hands-on, multi-day workshop will help you stay ahead of the curve and learn about this artisan applied material that is ideal in both wet and dry applications and high-contact, high-traffic areas. It’s both stain and moisture resistant and is ideal in areas that require durability with an artisan applied, hand-troweled look. There are so many possibilities – bar tops and fronts, outdoor and indoor kitchens, pool houses, backsplashes, stove hoods, fireplaces, floors, walls, ceilings, and much more! We will practice proper application and take a deep dive into Microcement’s specific substrate needs.
Completion of the workshop will lead to certification through us, Gulf Coast Plaster Artisans, and Topcret Microcement out of Barcelona, Spain. Space is extremely limited! We are also hosting two upcoming plaster workshops. We offer discounts on multiple workshop bundles. Link in bio for more and feel free to email us at info@gulfcoastplasterartisans.com.
We hope to see you down here in the Big Easy for some Microcement fun soon!
Hey All! Our “Hands-On Venetian Plaster Workshop” is nearly sold out with just a very few spots remaining. Also, our “Introduction to Microcement Workshop” and “Advanced Functional Plaster Workshop” are also filling up. Don’t miss your chance to learn from our artisan team and become certified through Gulf Coast Plaster Artisans and either Stucco Italiano or Topcret Microcement!
In addition to learning from the best during our multi-day, hands-on, and in-person workshops, your certification means you’re on our recommended installer list for potential clients including architects, interior designers, general contractors, and individuals in your area looking for qualified applicators. We offer discounts for multiple workshops and corporate rates for lodging here in New Orleans, too!
Come see us down in the Big Easy and level-up your plaster and microcement game! Link in Bio!
If you didn’t know, registration is now open for our Spring 2026 Workshop Series! Please note that space is extremely limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis with spots already filling up! Our first one is the place to start if you are looking to learn the proper techniques and approaches for classic Venetian plasters!
Hands-On Venetian Plaster Workshop (March 2-5) – This first level course will give you what you need to know about decorative lime plaster applications and the very popular lime paint! We will cover the four classic Venetian Plasters – Grassello and the three grains of Marmorino (fine, medium, and coarse) along with lime paint. A critical part of the workshop will be taking a serious look at proper substrate requirements. We’ll also talk about understanding pricing and promoting these materials for your projects. Learning these plasters and lime paint will set you up to be ready for most decorative projects you encounter.
To see more about this workshop as well as our other two coming in the spring, Introduction to Microcement and Advanced Functional Plaster, visit our “Education and Support” page (link in bio.) You will also find info on how to register along with discounted pricing for multiple workshops and returning students!
We hope to host you down here in the Big Easy in Spring ’26!
Registration is now open for our Spring 2026 Workshops! Space is extremely limited!
Hands-On Venetian Plaster (March 2-5) – This 1st course will give you what you need to know about decorative lime plaster applications and the ever-increasing in popularity, lime paint! We will cover the four classic Venetian Plasters – Grassello and the three grains of Marmorino plus lime paint. Upon completion, you will be able to tackle most of the decorative plaster projects you will encounter!
Introduction to Microcement (March 24-26) – Microcement is very popular in Europe and is becoming more so here in the US! Stay ahead of the curve and learn about this artisan applied material that is ideal in both wet and dry applications and high-contact, high-traffic areas. It’s both stain and moisture resistant and is perfect in both residential and commercial spaces.
Advanced Functional Plaster (May 18-21) – The demand for plaster in areas that need durability and functionality is ever-increasing. Think showers, exteriors, countertops, commercial spaces, floors, and much more. This 2nd workshop will feature various materials, including the immensely popular Tadelakt, that meet this demand! Completion of our Hands-On Venetian Plaster Workshop or extensive, demonstrable experience with lime plaster application is required for this course.
With all of our workshops, you will gain the experience and skill necessary to confidently tackle projects using these materials and understanding critical substrate needs. You will produce numerous samples that you can share with clients. We will discuss the economics and pricing of these materials. Materials and tools are included. Please know that these workshops are for professional applicators with some experience or education in similar or related fields. Completion results in certification through GCPA and Stucco Italiano (Plasters) or Topcret (Microcement.)
For full details, how to register via email, pricing (with bundle and returning student discounts), complete course descriptions, and more, visit https://gulfcoastplasterartisans.com/education-and-support/. We hope to see you down here in the Big Easy next Spring!
Hey, You All! Just a quick heads-up…
We will be placing our last Stucco Italiano plaster and related materials order for the year early next week. It’s the last chance to lock in our current (March 2025) pricing! If there is anything that you’ve had your eye on or want to stock up on with lower pricing, let us know! Orders must be received by close of business Monday, November 24 (3:30pm Central). You can email us at info@gulfcoastplasterartisans.com. Thanks!
Gulf Coast Plaster Artisans is the US distributor of Stucco Italiano and the Gulf South (and points beyond) distributor for Topcret Microcement. We deliver products created by artisans for artisans!
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Save the dates! Gulf Coast Plaster Artisans is proud to announce our Spring 2026 workshop dates! Our highly successful training series is back and we’re ready to help you level up your plaster and microcement game. These multi-day workshops result in professional certifications and are taught by our expert team of highly skilled artisan applicators here in New Orleans!
We will be offering our Hands-On Venetian Plaster, Advanced Functional Plaster, and Introduction to Microcement workshops. These workshops are open to professional applicators (with some direct experience or education in similar or adjacent fields) wanting to learn more about high-level plaster and microcement materials and their use. Resulting certifications are through Gulf Coast Plaster Artisans along with our partners at Stucco Italiano and Topcret Microcement, global leaders in the production of decorative and functional plasters and microcement.
Space is extremely limited for each. Registration will be open next week. We are offering discounts for workshop bundles and for returning students. See full descriptions, pricing, requirements, and additional information on our “Education & Support” page. The link is in our bio.
We hope to host you down here in the Big Easy next Spring! More soon…
That’s a wrap! We just finished up our Hands-On Venetian Plaster Workshop at our New Orleans shop yesterday! What a talented, amazing, and lovely group of humans we had from around the country! The enthusiasm and camaraderie were so contagious and uplifting! We came away so incredibly inspired by them! (Plus, they were all really good at Jazz Hands!🤣🤍)
Attendees completed an intensive four-day training covering Venetian plasters, appropriate techniques, proper substrate requirements, and much more. They are all now certified Venetian plaster installers from Gulf Coast Plaster Artisans and Stucco Italiano. We are honored to help them along their respective plaster journeys and know they will do great things – be on the lookout! We will be offering this workshop again in the fall – dates will be announced soon.
Congratulations to our wonderful attendees! More on this workshop coming soon… Have a great weekend, you all!
Gulf Coast Plaster Artisans
Premium Materials ~ Master Artisans
The US distributor and certified trainers for Stucco Italiano plasters and decorative arts products.
Gulf Coast Plaster Artisans is powered by Sylvia T Designs – The South’s premier full-service decorative arts firm!
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The range of products we carry, from both Topcret and Stucco Italiano, covers a broad array of uses and applications from the purely decorative to the highly functional. We have options for wet applications (showers, tubs, pool houses, outdoor kitchens, etc.), high-traffic and frequently contacted areas (floors, bar fronts, outdoor banquettes, backsplashes, etc.) We have options for higher-temperature and outdoor exposed areas. Of course, we carry a variety of options to create beautiful, show-stopping finishes in your clients’ spaces. We have what you need to achieve your project’s vision!
Just let us know what you need to accomplish for your project, and we’ll get you set with the right products and support. We also offer training for these products that will ensure you are confident in their use and your technique.