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Let’s Think About Inks

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Let’s Think About Inks

With the growing popularity of mixed media applications being used in conjunction with encaustic, one of the hottest trends right now is the use of inks with wax. I always go back to the basics when introducing a new art supply to my encaustic studio: Is it safe to use with encaustic – can I heat it? Is it archival – will it last over time? So just what are people using and how can you use ink with your painting practice? Let me start by saying that I am not an expert on inks and all of the information...

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Encaustic Collage

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Encaustic Collage

Thank you to everyone who came out to the Encaustic Collage class in April. So many adorable paintings were created. Curious about working with collage? All you need is an encaustic painting iron, some beeswax or medium, a variety of papers, and your imagination! I will be offering this course again later this summer in Kaleden, BC and also in Portland, Oregon. Check out all of these gorgeous paintings.

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New YouTube Videos

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New YouTube Videos

Hey everyone! So excited for my two new videos for the Intro to the Iron classes. These are a little sneak peek on what we will be doing in class. If you like the videos, be sure and like them and subscribe to my YouTube channel. Happy Painting!

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Have a Bee-utiful day!

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Exploring Encaustic Gift Certificates

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Exploring Encaustic Gift Certificates

Treat the artist in your life with an Exploring Encaustic gift certificate! Order the gift certificate and I will send you a code that can be redeemed online or in person. Gift certificates can be used towards classes, art supplies, and art work.  Click here to purchase

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