PRIVATE 1:1 WORKSHOP - Intro to Encaustic: Painting with Hot Wax

$388.00

Just you and me, one on one, exploring the fundamentals of encaustic in a safe and nurturing environment. Perfect for those new to art plus creatives looking to experiment with a new medium!

PRIVATE: 1 participant (age 16 +)
PRICE: $388 - includes all materials

4 HOUR WORKSHOP: 12:30am - 4:30pm

LOCATION: Collingwood, ON

In this introductory hands-on workshop, you will learn…

  • a brief history of encaustic medium and how it’s made

  • how to safely + confidently use an Iwatani butane torch

  • how to prime a raw panel including fusing with the torch

  • different techniques of layering encaustic paint

  • how to create lines and pattern in the wax using inscribing tools

  • how to transfer a toner based image

  • have lots of time to experiment and play

PRICE INCLUDES: all supplies, materials and tools including 2 wood panels to create on. You will be provided with a studio apron for use during class. Please wear comfortable clothing, indoor shoes and tie back long hair. In the winter, make sure you bring an extra layer (sweater/sweatshirt) as it can get chilly in the studio.

Bring your own snacks and a refillable water bottle or other non-alcoholic beverages.

BEFORE PURCHASING, please message Dee HERE to inquire about available dates.

***WORKSHOPS IN 2026 + 2027 - There are only a few PRIVATE WORKSHOP dates still available for 2026. If you’d like to be notified when PRIVATE WORKSHOP bookings open for 2027, please JOIN MY CREATIVE COMMUNITY mailing list at the bottom of this page ***

Just you and me, one on one, exploring the fundamentals of encaustic in a safe and nurturing environment. Perfect for those new to art plus creatives looking to experiment with a new medium!

PRIVATE: 1 participant (age 16 +)
PRICE: $388 - includes all materials

4 HOUR WORKSHOP: 12:30am - 4:30pm

LOCATION: Collingwood, ON

In this introductory hands-on workshop, you will learn…

  • a brief history of encaustic medium and how it’s made

  • how to safely + confidently use an Iwatani butane torch

  • how to prime a raw panel including fusing with the torch

  • different techniques of layering encaustic paint

  • how to create lines and pattern in the wax using inscribing tools

  • how to transfer a toner based image

  • have lots of time to experiment and play

PRICE INCLUDES: all supplies, materials and tools including 2 wood panels to create on. You will be provided with a studio apron for use during class. Please wear comfortable clothing, indoor shoes and tie back long hair. In the winter, make sure you bring an extra layer (sweater/sweatshirt) as it can get chilly in the studio.

Bring your own snacks and a refillable water bottle or other non-alcoholic beverages.

BEFORE PURCHASING, please message Dee HERE to inquire about available dates.

***WORKSHOPS IN 2026 + 2027 - There are only a few PRIVATE WORKSHOP dates still available for 2026. If you’d like to be notified when PRIVATE WORKSHOP bookings open for 2027, please JOIN MY CREATIVE COMMUNITY mailing list at the bottom of this page ***