Satisfying Surprises, Encaustic Art - a Nebraska Story

The phrase "life is full of surprises" isn't lost on Margaret Berry of Lincoln, Nebraska. During a typical morning commute to work she was involved in a nearly fatal accident.. During her recovery she decided to become an artist. Ten years later, Margaret is on the leading edge of the encaustic art movement. It's hot wax that makes very cool art. For more Nebraska Stories, visit http://www.netnebraska.org/nebraskastories

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[1962memories]

what is encaustic?

[NETnebraska]

@1962memories From Wikipedia, "Encaustic painting, also known as hot wax painting, involves using heated beeswax to which colored pigments are added."

[1962memories]

Great video! Please to see that encaustic is catching on. After a trip to England in 2003, I discovered encaustic. When I decided to explore, I had no where to go to learn or buy supplies here in Omaha. I found one piece of encaustic at a gallery in Countyside Village. I had to order all my supplies from England; very expensive with the exchange rate of the pound and shipping. Through the enhancement of the internet, I discovered sources for supplies in the US; such as R & F.

[tresorcache101]

I just love your attitude about investing in your own ceative life. I want to be where you seem to be.

I know that some encaustic artists are using acrylics and oils and I am curious what paints are you using?

Thank you for sharing, I look forward to seeing more of your inspiring work.