"Flight," is a mixed media and encaustic art bowl that measures 27cm by 20cm, an ideal size for showcasing its detailed craftsmanship and artistic allure. Inside the bowl, is a graceful dance of dragonflies, each one delicately etched and coloured into the creamy wax surface, instilling a sense of movement and freedom. The dragonflies appear as if in mid-flight, their delicate forms offering a stark, beautiful contrast to the bowl's depth. The bowl's exterior is just as striking. Coated in a deep, matte black, the surface has been intricately incised, creating a unique texture that begs to be touched. This tactile finish not only enhances the visual intrigue of the piece but also highlights the meticulous skill involved in its creation.
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.
"Flight," is a mixed media and encaustic art bowl that measures 27cm by 20cm, an ideal size for showcasing its detailed craftsmanship and artistic allure. Inside the bowl, is a graceful dance of dragonflies, each one delicately etched and coloured into the creamy wax surface, instilling a sense of movement and freedom. The dragonflies appear as if in mid-flight, their delicate forms offering a stark, beautiful contrast to the bowl's depth. The bowl's exterior is just as striking. Coated in a deep, matte black, the surface has been intricately incised, creating a unique texture that begs to be touched. This tactile finish not only enhances the visual intrigue of the piece but also highlights the meticulous skill involved in its creation.
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.
