Our Name Stands for Outstanding Craftsmanship

Oro Studios offers a fresh new concept in the decorative finishing industry.  Partners Teri Althouse, Linda Kimble, and David McKendry bring over 50 years of combined experience, along with their diverse talents and passions for art, to their state of the art educational and distribution facilities located in Denver, Colorado and Ft Lauderdale, Florida.  The three national award winning artists share their experience and talents with students at both locations, while combining their successful decorative finishing businesses to form a collaboration of talented artists working together to achieve the highest of standards in decorative finishing.

Oro Studios draws its name from the word meaning “gold” in both Italian and Spanish.  The name specifically references the legendary Pala d’Oro in the Basilica di San Marco in Venice.  Universally recognized as one of the most refined and accomplished crafted works of the middle ages, this decorative alter piece sculpted from gold, precious jewels, and enamel attracts art lovers and historians from all over the world.  The name is especially meaningful for Oro Studios faculty and students, who aspire to craft beautiful, functional, and lasting works in the homes of their clients.

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