News — Encaustic Iron

Updated Encaustic FAQ & Studio Safety

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Updated Encaustic FAQ & Studio Safety

Frequently Asked Questions & Studio Safety We have updated our FAQ with more hints and tips for a safe and fun encaustic journey Included are a few answers to commonly asked questions and tips on safety. Please be sure to always refer to the packaging and the manufacturer’s website in case information has changed. We are an online art store and do not make the items we sell except where noted. Please contact us if you have any questions and we will do our best to find a solution for you. We recommend that if you are new to encaustic that...

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Halloween Treats!!! (and upcoming classes)

Posted by Bethany Handfield on

Every order between today and October 31st gets one free Jack O' Lantern medium puck with every order! Just type HALLOWEEN in the notes section. The 2 day Intro to Encaustic class is next weekend. This 2 day class is a great way to get the basics on working with encaustic using the hotplate as a palette. You will learn about studio safety, workplace set up, fusing, painting with medium and pigmented beeswax, and have lots of fun! I am offering a 1 day Christmas Cards workshop using the painting iron and mixed media techniques plus a special bonus lesson!...

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Exploring Encaustic: Mixed Media on Wood Panel

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Exploring Encaustic: Mixed Media on Wood Panel In this fun class you will learn the basics of hot plate safety, studio set up, laying down and fusing wax layers with a heat gun. We will explore using mixed media techniques with your encaustic paintings using transfers, Pan Pastels, oil sticks, and other embellishments.All supplies are included and there is ample time for creative exploration.Where: Leir House Penticton, 220 Manor Park Avenue, Penticton - downstairs art roomWhen: Saturday, May 23rd 11am to 3:30pmCost: $84 (includes all supplies, equipment rental + GST) Please bring a lunch. Maximum 8 students Special treats for...

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Irons & other supplies

Posted by Bethany Handfield on

Hi everyone!   Thank you all for being so patient while we wait for the supplies to come back in stock. When the irons arrive there will be a very small amount available as the 1st batch was almost sold out through the presale. Contact us asap if you would like us to put one on hold for you.  The 2nd batch is arriving in mid April and again these are almost already sold through as well.  Fingers crossed everything will be back to normal by the 3rd batch so far as availability is concerned. All waxes, papers, etc will...

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Iron & Get Started! Kit Pre-sale ends Jan 31!

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***SPECIAL NOTICE***            As our parent company is currently in the process of changing manufacturers for the painting iron, all production on the current line has stopped. This means that there will be a gap in stock shipment for the painting iron & the Get Started Kits. The new stock for the iron & Get Started Kits will not be ready for shipping until mid to late February 2015. All orders for the encaustic painting iron or Get Started Kit placed between this date and January 31, 2015 will receive a free Large Art Set at no extra cost to...

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