Prizes for MA Painters and Decorators on awards night

Painting and Decorating Modern Apprentices were recognised at the second annual awards ceremony held at the Forth Valley College Falkirk Campus recently.

Students, staff and invited guests – which included Graeme Williamson Curriculum Manager in the Department of STEM and Construction - converged on the Antonine Suite from 6pm-7.30pm on the evening of Tuesday 26 May to celebrate the achievements of First, Second, Third and Fourth Year MAs and to recognise the entire group’s progress.

Representatives from Trophy sponsors also attended and helped to present the prizes at the ceremony. These included: Beatson’s Building Supplies (First Year MAs), Johnstone’s Paints (Second Year MAs), Crown Paints (Third Year MAs) and Dulux Decorating Centres (Fourth Year MAs) as well as Archie McKinnon Painters and Decorators, and Pristine Décor.

The top prize of the James Park Award for Excellence in Painting & Decorating went to Third year MA Lauren Burnett sponsored by Pristine Décor, whose owner Callum Bonner was a previous student with Forth Valley College.

First to Third Year - Award Recipients:

National progressional award of Excellence winners: Kyle Bryce, Kirsten McLeod, Mya Goundry

Painting and Decorating Lecturer Michael Denzey, said: “We are incredibly proud of our exceptional students who swept top honours at the painting and decorating awards ceremony. Their triumph is a powerful testament to their relentless determination, hours of meticulous skill development, and a passion for craftsmanship that sets a new industry benchmark.

“All of the students who have been selected for awards have worked exceptionally well this year in college. Some of these students have been competing against elite talent from across the country, Some of these students showcased flawless technique, unmatched precision, and the creative grit required to win on a competitive stage. This remarkable achievement would not be possible without the visionary support of our industry sponsors who continue to provide help ensuring we can have such events.

“We extend our deepest gratitude to Dulux, Johnstone’s Paints, Crown Paints, Beatson Building Supplies, Archie McKinnon Painters and Decorators, and Pristine Decor for investing in the next generation of master tradespeople and fuelling their journey toward excellence.”