Buzz Buzz is an encaustic and mixed media artwork that showcases the intricate beauty of a buzzing bee. Crafted with attention to detail, this piece features multiple layers of encaustic wax and other mixed media elements that bring the bee to life. The bee has been carefully built up using the encaustic technique, which involves layering molten pigmented beeswax onto a surface, creating a rich, textured effect. The artist has then incised fine details into the surface resulting in a three-dimensional impression. Measuring 22cm x 22cm, this artwork comes presented in a stylish timber floating frame, providing a contemporary and elegant display. The frame enhances the overall aesthetic appeal, adding a touch of sophistication to any space. Whether you have a fascination with nature, a love for bees, or simply appreciate the intricate beauty of handcrafted art, Buzz Buzz is sure to captivate and inspire.
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.
Buzz Buzz is an encaustic and mixed media artwork that showcases the intricate beauty of a buzzing bee. Crafted with attention to detail, this piece features multiple layers of encaustic wax and other mixed media elements that bring the bee to life. The bee has been carefully built up using the encaustic technique, which involves layering molten pigmented beeswax onto a surface, creating a rich, textured effect. The artist has then incised fine details into the surface resulting in a three-dimensional impression. Measuring 22cm x 22cm, this artwork comes presented in a stylish timber floating frame, providing a contemporary and elegant display. The frame enhances the overall aesthetic appeal, adding a touch of sophistication to any space. Whether you have a fascination with nature, a love for bees, or simply appreciate the intricate beauty of handcrafted art, Buzz Buzz is sure to captivate and inspire.
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.
