I truly believe that painting took over and I just participated as a bystander. Yes, I do think that is the best way for me to explain the new paintings. I’m not even sure if they are a new series or a continuation of a series I once thought completed many years ago as oil … Continue reading
Plexiglas is a revelation when using encaustic medium to create a painting. Sometimes it is difficult to decide which side of painting I would prefer. Drill two holes in the top and display so that both sides may be enjoyed. We will be painting with encaustic on Plexiglas in the next encaustic workshop, October 24 … Continue reading
The summer of 2015 was a good one. A new series emerged. Pictured a few of the paintings.
I read a wonderful blog “sub rosa” written by Sigrun Hodne, writer and art critic . A week of so ago she posted a poem by Pulitzer Prize winner Charles Simic entitled Stone. I am so fortunate to receive her posts, always finding them interesting and challenging. My work now is a concentration on the … Continue reading
I took photos of my place of work this morning and since it is a space without central heat, I am waiting on the space heaters to begin their difficult task of raising the temp from a lowly 44 degrees. And believe me when I say I am not complaining when I know the NE … Continue reading
I gathered together some of the encaustic painting tools and there they are. Since I took these photos I have added new tools, a digital thermometer for example. In the upcoming Encaustic Workshop, June 14 and 15, I will introduce new supports. There are some interesting surfaces besides wood that may be used. Cannot wait … Continue reading
Helen DeRamus Studio 