Yes, it has been a while since I posted. I have a good excuse…I’ve been painting, moving (my home, not my studio), exhibiting and that does not even come close to the busy start to the fall. The October encaustic workshop was great. Especially seeing the monotypes that were created during the two days. Amazing … Continue reading
Encaustic and Image
I have recently considered at length working with the encaustic medium as it relates to the new series I’ve been painting. The encaustic medium has a life of its own and will not be tamed though as many encaustic artists will tell you we keep trying to unlock all the secrets. Unlocking the secrets often … Continue reading
Encaustic Medium
This may be the easiest of all methods for making medium. Actually just iterating for those of you already familiar with the process and making it available for those of you new to the process. Step 1: Using a large skillet or roaster pan, melt your beeswax at 160 degrees. A candy thermometer is a … Continue reading
After The Hambidge Residency
I’m surprised by the number of people lay as well as artists who are not familiar with residencies. Of course, I was amazed to find out how many residencies are out there and of the variety available. For those unfamiliar, an artist, visual or otherwise, receives a residency usually in length from two to eight … Continue reading
Encaustic Workshop Summer in the Studio
It’s that time of the year for another Encaustic Workshop, with a concentration on mixed media, photo transfer and monotypes. The schedule is now set for Saturday and Sunday, June 18 and 19, 2011. Each day will begin at 10AM and end at 4:30PM. Planned demonstrations include making paint and medium, fusing techniques, incorporating mixed … Continue reading
Encaustic Photo Transfer
The great thing about using encaustic with photo transfer is that you don’t have to use solvents. I remember lacquer thinner, unpleasant to say the very least. So how? 1. Choose the photograph or drawing that you want to transfer. One with good contrast is best, even a little too much contrast sometimes works better. … Continue reading
Winter Encaustic Workshop
The February encaustic workshop, “Some Like it Hot” coming soon. On February 26 and 27, 2011 from 10AM to 4PM each day we’ll delve deeply into the process of creating an encaustic painting. It’s a good time to find out if you enjoy the medium and if you already love it you can experiment with … Continue reading
Helen DeRamus Artist 