Sandra Gonzalez & Audra Lynch

The Art of Architectural Surfaces

A 4-day, Floors and Walls Masterclass June 14-19, 2026

$100 Deposit Reserves Your Spot

  • Close-up of a textured wall with peeling paint in shades of gold, beige, and gray.
  • A woman standing on a yellow scaffold painting a ceiling with white paint, while the ceiling is partially painted with a textured gold finish.
  • A woman with glasses and a purple headband is painting a mural on a floor. She is kneeling on the floor, resting her chin on her hand, with painting supplies nearby. The mural features a lake, trees, and a sunset. The room has orange walls with various beer and soda signs, including a 'Sunset Wheat' banner and a large bottle of Corona Light. The floor is partially covered with painter's tape and protective plastic.
  • Interior wall with textured beige and gray finish, electrical outlet, and black horizontal elements, with part of a balcony and ceiling vent visible.
  • Abstract textured wall with muted tones of gray, blue, and red.
  • Painting of an underwater scene depicting colorful coral and fish on a tiled floor.
  • Cleaning supplies and a natural sponge on a wooden surface, including a spray bottle, a jar of powder, a bowl with a brush, and two containers, one with black contents and one clear.
  • A textured, weathered surface with shades of gray and some white patches, possibly an old painted or concrete surface.
  • Close-up of a textured, weathered wooden surface with vertical grain lines in gray, black, and hints of gold or yellow color.
  • The image shows a floor with a polished concrete surface next to a green wall with white baseboards and a white door with glass panels. There is also a brown step leading to a glass door.
  • A surface with a layer of grey and white plaster or paint, unevenly spread with visible brush strokes and textures.
  • Empty lobby with leather chairs, a wall-mounted TV, brick fireplace, and large windows.
  • Painting of a shark swimming in the ocean with coral reef and small fish.
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Friends, Fellow Decorative Artists and those who want to learn,

We invite you to join Sandra Gonzalez and Audra Lynch Nanay for an exciting 4-day hands-on workshop dedicated to beautiful architectural finishes for floors and walls. This class is designed for artists and finishers who want to expand their skills, grow their portfolio, and add profitable finishes to their business.

During this immersive workshop, you’ll explore a variety of techniques using microcement, color staining, stenciling, artistic floor finishes, plaster wall designs, and Design 7Seven products.

You’ll complete 12 unique architectural finish samples, giving you a strong portfolio to show clients and the confidence to begin offering these finishes in your own projects.

Whether you are new to architectural finishes or looking to refine your techniques, this workshop is designed to be creative, practical, and inspiring.

Walls, Floors, and the Stories They Tell.

This is a learning experience, blending fine surface design with real-world application and natural inspiration.

What You’ll Learn

• Micro cement floor and wall finishes
• Color staining techniques
• Stencil and artistic floor designs
• Decorative plaster wall effects
• Plaster Applications using Design 7 Seven products
• Techniques that can be turned into profitable services

Each day will include studio time and demo. You’ll walk away with a collection of professional samples, real-world application knowledge, and a creative portfolio to inspire you and your clients.

Ready to join us?

A $100 non-refundable deposit secures your spot in this workshop.

➡️ REGISTER HERE

ITINERARY

Workshop Schedule

Tuesday – Friday | June 16–19

8:30 am – Studio Opens
9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Morning Session
12:00 pm – Lunch Break
(Order from nearby restaurants or step out for lunch)

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Afternoon Session
4:00 – 4:30 pm | Clean Up & Prep for the Next Day
5:00 pm – Studio Closes

 Expect four full days of learning, creativity, and collaboration with fellow artists.

DATES & DETAILS

Dates: June 16-19, 2026
Location: 7Seven Art Studio - North Richland Hills
Class Size To ensure a great learning environment and plenty of individual attention:

  • Minimum: 5 students

  • Maximum: 14 students

INVESTMENT

4-Day Workshop: $1,385

Reserve your spot today with a $100 deposit.

This deposit secures your place in the class and helps cover initial workshop preparation and materials.

All balances must be paid by June 1, 2026.

Registration closes June 9, 2026.

Payment Methods

We recommend using a bank debit card to avoid processing fees.

We also accept Zelle payments. Please select the “Friends and Family” option when sending payments to avoid processing fees.

Credit card payments are welcome but will incur a 3.85% processing fee, which will be added to the remaining balance.

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MEET THE TEAM

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Sandra Gonzalez
Artist & Creative Innovator

Founder, Design  7  Seven Decorative Products

Specializing in high-impact decorative surface finishes, custom artwork and creative restorations. With a keen eye for texture and transformative layered beauty, she’s turned interiors into living artworks—and built a dedicated following through her company’s signature glaze and plasters.

A multidisciplinary creative and educator, Sandra’s roots trace over 3 decades of experience where she aligns art and design with purpose. Her background is marked by innovation, resilience, and a passion for multiple mediums. Her career spans from decorative artistry, custom art to immersive workshops. Her work reflects an ethos of transformation: of spaces, of people, and of surface storytelling.

Sandra’s teaching style blends technical expertise with generous mentorship—she believes in hands-on discovery, bold experimentation, and bringing new, expressive finishes to life.

At this retreat, she'll lead you through the exploration of dynamic architectural finishes such as matte plaster, mica-infused glaze, aggregate texture, and more.

Known for her bold creativity and depth of knowledge, Sandra Gonzalez is a master of color, layering, and contemporary finishes. Her energetic teaching style and expertise in eco-conscious materials make her workshops both enriching and electric. She’ll bring sparkle, depth, and a little bit of Texas to Ireland’s misty coast.

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Audra Lynch
Surface Artist & Creative Guide

Founder, Audra Lynch et Cie • Wrenhaus Retreats • Three Trees Public Art House

Audra Lynch is a surface artist, educator, and retreat leader whose work bridges craftsmanship with soul. With a background in graphic design and nearly 30 years of experience in decorative finishes, she transforms surfaces into deeply personal expressions—layered with mineral pigments, natural textures, and meaning.

Her studio, Audra Lynch et Cie, is known for floor-forward design and thoughtful artistry that blends environment and emotion. A respected teacher and speaker, Audra has led workshops across the U.S. and abroad, inspiring others through hands-on technique and intuitive design.

Through Wrenhaus Retreats, she curates immersive creative experiences in Ireland and beyond—merging architectural finishes with rest, reflection, and personal growth. Her latest initiative, Three Trees Public Art House, invites community connection through art, workshops, and nature-inspired living.

With a quiet strength and a gift for cultivating beauty, Audra brings clarity, curiosity, and creativity to every project and person she works with.

$100 Deposit Reserves Your Spot

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FAQ’s

  • The Art of Architectural Surfaceswith Sandra Gonzalez and Audra Lynch Nanay reserves the right to cancel any workshop due to low enrollment without incurring obligations. In such cases, all deposits and payments will be fully refunded.

    We understand that unexpected circumstances may arise and strive to maintain a cancellation policy that is fair to both our participants and our organization.

    All cancellations must be submitted in writing.

    The $100 deposit required to secure your place is non-refundable and covers initial expenses.

    Workshop deposits and fees are applied as a prepayment of tuition.

    Because this retreat requires significant planning, sourcing, and preparation of specialized materials, the following cancellation terms apply:

    • $100 deposit is non-refundable

    • Cancellations received 90 days prior to the workshop start date will be refunded minus a $300 cancellation fee.

    • .If you cancel within 90 days of the workshop, see the 90-day deadline cancellation policy below.

  • You have the following options:

    1. Sold-Out Retreat with Waitlist

    If you have fully paid registration and the retreat is sold out with a waitlist, you may offer your spot to the next person in line. If they accept, they will pay you directly, and we will officially transfer your reservation to them.

    2. Transfer to Another Retreat

    You may transfer your payment to another upcoming workshop or retreat within 12 months of your original booking.

  • If you partner, spouse or friend attends the classes, they will be charged the normal student rate.

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