Embracing Encaustic: Learning to Paint with Beeswax

by Linda Womack

Encaustic is the art of painting with molten beeswax, mixed with colored pigments and resin. The results are like no other medium--mysterious, deep, and translucent, with a glow that seems to emanate from within. It's an ancient technique that has recently been reborn, capturing the imagination of a new generation of painters who are adopting encaustic as their medium of choice. Embracing Encaustic will teach you how to paint with this fascinating medium using simple step-by-step instructions accompanied by full color photographs. Inside, you will - An overview of the tools and supplies you ll need to get started - Detailed instructions for mixing your own encaustic paint - The basic techniques you'll need to create an infinite number of unique styles - A gallery of work by notable encaustic painters, with information on how they created each piece - More than 90 full color photographs illustrating detailed techniques, tips, tricks, and examples of contemporary encaustic paintings - A directory of material suppliers For beginners and experienced encaustic artists alike, the book offers another gem a rare peek behind the curtain. The gallery section features the work of twenty-five notable painters who spill their secrets, describing in detail how they created the works on display. It s the next best thing to watching over their shoulders as they work.

Genres: Art

80 pages, Paperback

First published May 15, 2008

Reviews

[Nancy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good basic "how to." Linda also has a refreshing openness about encouraging people to paint encaustic.

[Tara · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am preparing for an encaustic seminar. I don't know much about the medium, but I really liked this book. Good pics. Informative. Good explanations but also inspiring.