ART OASIS @ BBS

Intro Class Series

​Join a small group of art-inspired individuals and take time to learn and create with hot wax. This five session series is the perfect avenue for people of all backgrounds to begin to explore the art of encaustic painting.

What You'll Learn

​Session 1 - Working with the Paint
Basic Skills | Studio Safety

Session 2 - Understanding Linework
India Ink | Wax Writers | Incising Lines

Session 3 - Building Layers
Opacity | Translucency | Texture

Session 4 - Printing with Wax
Monotypes | Stencils

Session 5 - Combining Materials
Mixed Media | Collage

Additional Information

Materials Included

4 Student Maximum

2 Hour Sessions

Storage Space Available

​Continuing Studio Space Available

Single Session Workshops

Participate in single session workshops introducing intuitive drawing and encaustic painting (painting with hot beeswax) in a fully equipped encaustic painting studio. No prior art experience necessary. All supplies included.

Intuitive Drawing

India Ink & Hot Wax
If you can doodle you can do this. We begin with drawing related icebreakers and then we will explore:
-Drawing on wax
-Electric wax writers
-Incising into wax
3 hours - $75

Hot Paint!

An introduction to painting with wax. In this class, we will explore:
-Translucent vs. opaque layers
-Smooth vs. textured surfaces
-Working with lines
2 hours - $55

Why Wax?

Beeswax as an art material is quite versatile. In this class, we will explore:
-Monotypes
-Stencils
-Mixed media
​2 hours - $55

Testimonials

“Martha’s class is really fun. She is an excellent teacher and an accomplished artist. Whether you are an experienced artist or just wanting to try something new, you will enjoy an afternoon in Martha’s studio. Encaustic is a unique medium with many possibilities.” -Aviva
“This was such a fun class! I didn’t know what to expect, and it was great. There are lots of different techniques to play with and many options for layering - each piece can be so different from others as well as from what you think you’ll get when you start out!” -Sarah
​“Great experience! Martha was a supportive teacher and accommodating host; she helped us acclimate to the creative process nicely and made sure that we were comfortable throughout. The medium is unique but Martha paced the instruction well - one of a kind art is the end result!” -Ellen