Angel in the Snow is a 23 x 23 cm encaustic and mixed media artwork that captures the breathtaking beauty of a winter wonderland. The piece is textured with a palette of white, black and brown creating an intricate and detailed surface. The use of mixed media adds depth and dimension, bringing a sense of movement and life to the piece.
Framed in a beautiful floating oak frame, this artwork can be hung on a wall to add a touch of elegance and serenity to any space. It can also be displayed free-standing on a table or shelf to be enjoyed from all angles. Despite its small size, Angel in the Snow has a powerful presence that is sure to captivate and enchant anyone who beholds it. This piece will make for a stunning addition to any art collection or personal space.
Encaustic painting is an ancient art form and can be traced back to the 5th century BC. Encaustic wax is a combination of beeswax and an additive to strengthen and raise the melting temperature. Typically damar resin is used though other additives are sometimes used. Layers of molten wax are applied to wooden structures/panels. It has beautiful luminous qualities which can be coloured. The wax can be embedded, collaged, scraped, textured and polished to a high sheen. Encaustic wax is a natural adhesive and preservative, it is moisture resistant, mildew and fungus resistant and unappetising to insects. Wax paint doesn’t contain solvents or oils so will not darken or yellow with age, it is 100% archival.
Care for Encaustic Wax
Encaustic paint is the most durable form of painting, evidenced by the Faiyum mummy portraits in Egypt. They have survived over 2000 years without cracking, flaking or fading.
Do not hang fine art in direct sunlight, encaustic wax in particular should always feel cool to touch. Encaustic wax is stable from 4 - 49 degrees C. Use a soft lint free cloth to gently buff if it becomes dull looking, this happens during curing time (around 6 months) It should always look shiny. After that time it will retain it’s polished look. At this point it will repel dirt and dust more readily.
Properly looked after your Encaustic wax painting will last many life times.
Angel in the Snow is a 23 x 23 cm encaustic and mixed media artwork that captures the breathtaking beauty of a winter wonderland. The piece is textured with a palette of white, black and brown creating an intricate and detailed surface. The use of mixed media adds depth and dimension, bringing a sense of movement and life to the piece.
Framed in a beautiful floating oak frame, this artwork can be hung on a wall to add a touch of elegance and serenity to any space. It can also be displayed free-standing on a table or shelf to be enjoyed from all angles. Despite its small size, Angel in the Snow has a powerful presence that is sure to captivate and enchant anyone who beholds it. This piece will make for a stunning addition to any art collection or personal space.
Encaustic painting is an ancient art form and can be traced back to the 5th century BC. Encaustic wax is a combination of beeswax and an additive to strengthen and raise the melting temperature. Typically damar resin is used though other additives are sometimes used. Layers of molten wax are applied to wooden structures/panels. It has beautiful luminous qualities which can be coloured. The wax can be embedded, collaged, scraped, textured and polished to a high sheen. Encaustic wax is a natural adhesive and preservative, it is moisture resistant, mildew and fungus resistant and unappetising to insects. Wax paint doesn’t contain solvents or oils so will not darken or yellow with age, it is 100% archival.
Care for Encaustic Wax
Encaustic paint is the most durable form of painting, evidenced by the Faiyum mummy portraits in Egypt. They have survived over 2000 years without cracking, flaking or fading.
Do not hang fine art in direct sunlight, encaustic wax in particular should always feel cool to touch. Encaustic wax is stable from 4 - 49 degrees C. Use a soft lint free cloth to gently buff if it becomes dull looking, this happens during curing time (around 6 months) It should always look shiny. After that time it will retain it’s polished look. At this point it will repel dirt and dust more readily.
Properly looked after your Encaustic wax painting will last many life times.
