Master draws the design layout on the ground and places each furmah or piece of tile in its exact place in the overall pattern. Interestingly enough, the placement of tiles is done upside down, which makes it even more difficult to absorb.

Schedule for Contemporary Techniques in Encaustic. Friday, November 13, 2009. Mini Private Workshops in Encaustic. These workshops can be scheduled privately and they require a minimum of 4 hours. The fees cover the use of supplies such as waxes, hot plates, temperature gauges and fusing tools. Sat, March 6, 10 am-3 pm.

An annual interdisciplinary event bringing a community of artists together with gallerists, curators, critics and collectors engaged with wax, printmaking, mixed media, professional practices and more. Directed by Cherie Mittenthal and produced by Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill. New Page for Encaustic Conference Updates.

Chemical studies of paint media in ancient Roman paintings have allowed for the development of a new water soluble beeswax paint for artists with remarkable characteristics. The exceptional water solubility of the paint allows easy handling and cleaning, providing intense diluted brushstrokes and clean tones. Allows work on multiple paint layers in a single session.