Thank you for a great tuturial just what I needed. I have had my set for years and also one of the books but still didn't seem to get it right. A couple of weeks ago I introduced my nephew (17) to this and we had lots of fun so I bought him a set for Christmas. He will enjoy this tutorial much too. The great thing about Encaustic Art is that you don't need to be a great artist to make something that looks stunning:) Thanks again!!
Thanks for answering so quickly. I can tolerate the odor while creating but it seems that the completed piece also retains an odor that some might find offensive. I might try a thin layer of gel medium or some sort of furniture or floor wax.
@INVR4GET Be careful in applying any wax which contains a solvent.in case it dissolves the surface of your artwork. Test a sample scrap first maybe? Also try to determine the quality of pigmentation in the crayons you are using. If cheaper waxes are being used then dyes or low quality pigments might also be the case. They may fade so it is wise to check out the content if possible.
@INVR4GET Be careful in applying any wax which contains a solvent.in case it dissolves the surface of your artwork. Test a sample scrap first maybe? Also try to determine the quality of pigmentation in the crayons you are using. If cheaper waxes are being used then dyes or low quality pigments might also be the case. They may fade so it is wise to check out the content if possible.
Would you recommend using crayons in this technique? I've played around with them in the past and came up with very interesting textures however, they maintain a "waxy" aroma. Do you think applying a layer of gesso will help curb the odor?
@INVR4GET I can't see that gesso will curb any odour. All waxes have a smell relating to their content. If resins are involved then these will also be smelt. Beeswax itself is quite sweet in odour, but any of the petrochemical waxes have that "chemical" smell. Over heating creates more fumes and also possibly releases less desirable characteristics chemically as well as possibly damaging the wax structure in the longer term. Best just to work in a well ventilated area,
thank you its very very good
SuperJacqui111 9 months ago
Rose, wood, lettuce, spikes...
justforfreegame 1 year ago
very nice!
katiaprotectorGW 1 year ago
Thank you for a great tuturial just what I needed. I have had my set for years and also one of the books but still didn't seem to get it right. A couple of weeks ago I introduced my nephew (17) to this and we had lots of fun so I bought him a set for Christmas. He will enjoy this tutorial much too. The great thing about Encaustic Art is that you don't need to be a great artist to make something that looks stunning:) Thanks again!!
MissWitchiepoo 1 year ago
Thanks for answering so quickly. I can tolerate the odor while creating but it seems that the completed piece also retains an odor that some might find offensive. I might try a thin layer of gel medium or some sort of furniture or floor wax.
INVR4GET 1 year ago
@INVR4GET Be careful in applying any wax which contains a solvent.in case it dissolves the surface of your artwork. Test a sample scrap first maybe? Also try to determine the quality of pigmentation in the crayons you are using. If cheaper waxes are being used then dyes or low quality pigments might also be the case. They may fade so it is wise to check out the content if possible.
artsencaustic 1 year ago
@INVR4GET Be careful in applying any wax which contains a solvent.in case it dissolves the surface of your artwork. Test a sample scrap first maybe? Also try to determine the quality of pigmentation in the crayons you are using. If cheaper waxes are being used then dyes or low quality pigments might also be the case. They may fade so it is wise to check out the content if possible.
artsencaustic 1 year ago
Would you recommend using crayons in this technique? I've played around with them in the past and came up with very interesting textures however, they maintain a "waxy" aroma. Do you think applying a layer of gesso will help curb the odor?
INVR4GET 1 year ago
@INVR4GET I can't see that gesso will curb any odour. All waxes have a smell relating to their content. If resins are involved then these will also be smelt. Beeswax itself is quite sweet in odour, but any of the petrochemical waxes have that "chemical" smell. Over heating creates more fumes and also possibly releases less desirable characteristics chemically as well as possibly damaging the wax structure in the longer term. Best just to work in a well ventilated area,
artsencaustic 1 year ago
This is one of the best tutorials I've seen - clear, concise.
Emshobee 1 year ago
I LOVE THIS ART. WHERE CAN I BUY EVERITHING?
FLORDORMIDA 1 year ago
@FLORDORMIDA search for arts encaustic on the web.
artsencaustic 1 year ago
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huttlovci 1 year ago
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Interesting...another innovative way to make money
uniquemonique2009 1 year ago
I like it verry much beste regards Jolanda Wigger the Netherlands
007puppypower 1 year ago
That is excellent work.I love Art how it is colorful!
Thesweetshadiashow 2 years ago
Very nice work!
Where can I find the iron? Does anyone know?
Thanks
gisilveira 2 years ago 2
Wonderful introduction to encaustic art!
mpbailey18 3 years ago
Hi Michael,
I'm happy to see you are youtube. I have all your books and DVD's. Love them all!
hlspr 3 years ago 2
This a fantastic tutorial im new to encaustic art and you have made it so clear thank you for sharing.
lettherebeart 3 years ago 2