“Patsy, attending both of your courses provided me with the knowledge I needed to grow my business. While the coursework was great, actually going on color consultations where you demonstrated how to apply what we learned in class was especially helpful. It is a huge advantage to learn from someone who practices what she teaches! I highly recommend your courses. Taking them was the best investment I made for my business and myself!”
Laurie Harris – Fayetteville, GA
“I’m still reveling in my 3 glorious days with POI! I enjoyed every minute of it. You MADE the class! Your enthusiasm, your knowledge and your confidence inspire me to move forward with a business I only dreamed of doing. For this, I am forever grateful. I may have indicated I was a fan before I took your class, but now you are rock star status!”
Barbara NeCastro – South Carolina
“I truly enjoyed your class and learned so much! I really appreciate your sharing your expertise and experiences with me – especially from a business perspective. Assisting you on the client consults and watching you in action really solidified the process for me and brought the course together. Those are such valuable exercises. I’m looking forward to rounding out my training with your exterior course at some point.”
Anne Marie Quinn – Grayson
“Patsy, they (potential new employer) called this morning and offered me the position! Getting certified through your course helped set me apart! When I mentioned it in the interview the hiring manager lit up and said they were looking for someone with that kind of experience.”
Thomas L. – North Carolina
“After two days of intensive training, I want you to know your class on color exceeded my expectations! It was extremely informative to learn how the new Sherwin-Williams fan deck relates to the color wheel and how to use it when selecting colors. Not only did we do a deep dive into the Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore fan decks, but you offered on-site interior and exterior color consultations with two of your clients in order to gain a better understanding of the process – invaluable! Last, but not least, you generously shared your knowledge and experience in starting up a color consulting business as well as your personal files, forms and procedures – a true ‘nuts and bolts’ course!
I am so pleased with the training I received! It was a wonderful investment, and I am so grateful for the opportunity to have taken your class. Color me thrilled!”
Alice Gucwa – Color Consultant & Home Stager, Roswell
“I would like to express again how much I enjoyed your home color consulting class! The language of color you thoughtfully and energetically presented is invaluable and unlocks the mystery behind the science of the color wheel. So appreciative that you always took your time to answer our questions. I would 100 percent recommend your class to decorators, painters, and anyone seeking to be a color consultant. Your attention to detail to the classroom environment was amazing with added personal touches of writing supplies, beverages, and even allergy friendly snacks!! The onsite actual color consultations are an invaluable part to your class. Your expertise, confidence and years of experience were showcased during these opportunities.”
Kay Daniels – Stone Mountain
“This course is so valuable — I can’t imagine not having taken this course prior to consultations. I think color training should be a required course for anyone recommending colors in any capacity.”
Kim Galloway – Dawsonville
“Thanks again for all your help with our home. Both Ralph and I were amazed with the transformation. Before we came home, he told me about the painting that you bought for the dining room. He said he didn’t like it and thought I probably wouldn’t either; however, we both agree the picture is perfect for that space. I get the idea of ‘your gaze moving around the room’ in this case from the living room to dining room and around to the kitchen. I have always read and heard decorators talking about that concept but never could achieve it in my home even with other decorators, so I was amazed that you could do it with so little time in the house.”
Colleen Di lorio – Training Class Client
“Thank you for choosing me to be a training exercise. It was a BLAST and so incredible to see you work — how you taught the students the process to get to the best choice. I found my chip of Stonington that was supposed to be the perfect match to the gutters and when first painted it seemed to be but, what do you know, it really wasn’t- the undertones were wrong. Fascinating!”
Martha Amerson – Training Class Client
“Whether you are interested in a career change or simply interested in learning a new talent, this course is for you. I took the one week course and it was phenomenal! The classroom basics are informative; however, the actual visiting of clients and working side by side with Patsy is the best part. Patsy encourages you to ‘try’ your ideas and helps you when you are unsure of yourself. In sum, I am so glad I selected Patsy’s course. It was an invaluable learning experience.”
Carissa Bennett – Dunwoody
“One word, ‘AMAZING!!’ The process you and Kim took us through was a little unexpected. Not many interior decorators actually take the time to really understand what you ‘the customer’ wants — they push what they like and want. You asked great questions and really understood the look and feel we wanted. The finished product you delivered is absolutely fantastic. You literally transformed our boring extra bedroom into an amazing fun room for family and friends to bunk in. The colors and accessories just made it come to life. Thank you so much. We really look forward to working with you again our next project in the house. You are Amazing!”
John & Sherrie O’Brien – Training Class Clients
“Patsy, you did an excellent job of relating the Sherwin-Williams fan deck to the color wheel and giving me the confidence I need to know how to explain to a client WHY a certain color would be the best option for their home. Also, you did such a great job of literally providing everything we would need during the course…. right down to the candy. Loved all of your personal touches.”
Kristi Steed – Decatur
“Patsy, I want to thank you and your fabulous team of students for coming to my home to do an exterior color consultation. From beginning to end, you skillfully challenged and supported your students to use the knowledge they gained to build a color palette that not only used factors that I couldn’t change (like the color of my roof) but reflected my personal style! I cannot wait to call my painter in a couple of months and let him know I’m ready to pull the trigger on what will, undoubtedly, transform my home. Thank you, Patsy, and team. Don’t be surprised if you see my name under ‘attendees’ for a future color class!”
Nicolette Walters – Training Class Client
“Patsy was a delight to work with. I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. She was sincerely focused on ensuring I understood the materials. Also, she was so personable I feel like I have a friend for life. The hands on (in home) exercises were most helpful while the coursework instills confidence and prepares you for the road ahead. I would recommend these courses and certainly the instructor.”
Kim Galloway – Dawsonville
“I want to thank you for the work you and your team did in my home. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience or outcome! You magically transformed the bare walls, tables and bookcases into a stunningly beautiful home that I enjoy every day. Personally, I gained a greater sense of appreciation of the hard work and skill that goes into home styling. I am still in awe of the artistic beauty that surrounds me now. You definitely raised the bar. I couldn’t have done it without you!”
Carolyn Fisher – Training Class Client
“Patsy, you made your wealth of knowledge so accessible to myself and the others in the class! You gave me all the tools I need to become a confident color consultant and home decorator; I am grateful for my time training with you + learning from a true expert!”
Mallory Overton – Atlanta
“As a previous ‘exterior color consultant’ client, I was thrilled when I was selected to be one of the ‘hands on’ homes for your recent training class. I felt like I had won the color/decorating lottery!!
What a difference you and your trainees made decorating my Living Room. Your furniture and accessory placement are amazing. I really like how you arranged my books, family photos, and accessories into groupings that are so much more interesting than what I had done. Prior to Friday, I never turned on the lights in the room except for our family Christmas gift exchange. Since Friday, I’ve turned the lights on every night, and love seeing a glimpse of the room as I pass it going down the hall! I’ve already sent pictures to several friends. My best friend said, ‘I love it!’ Of course, I replied, ‘Not as much as I do!’
It was a great experience to work with you again. Your trainees were so talented, nice, and caring. It was a real pleasure to have them in my home. Thanks again for making my home look great inside and outside and keeping me from making costly painting mistakes!!”
Peggy Armstrong – Training Class Client