Suminagashi Paper Marbling
How to Create Stunning Suminagashi Patterns on Paper Suminagashi, which translates to “floating ink,” is an ancient Japanese marbling technique that creates mesmerizing patterns on paper by floating sumi ink […]
Mixed Media & Collage
Christina Lovisa’s Homemade Paste for Collage
This recipe to make your own paste for collage comes from master mixed-media art instructor Christina Lovisa. Christina’s homemade YES! paste alternative works really well under encaustic. This adhesive is
Adhesives for Encaustic Artwork—Monotypes & Collage
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How to use Ephemera in Encaustic Painting
I’ve always loved history. It gives you a sense of where you come from and helps to guide you where you want to go. My first career was as an
How to make Rusty Paper for Collage
Rusting Paper for Collage Adding collage to your encaustic work can lead to really interesting results. Some of the best collage papers are the ones you make yourself. Making rust
Mixed Media Collage as a Foundation for Encaustic Painting
Facing a Blank Canvas As a self-taught mixed media artist, I often reflect back on my earlier works to analyze the approach and results. It helps me to understand my
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Happy New Year! Encaustic Scrolls with Calendar pages
With the turn of a new year, like many others, I take time to reflect on the year that has past and to set goals and to dream for the
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Encaustic Collage with dried flowers and foliage
Collecting, Pressing, and Organizing Dried Flowers and Foliage for Encaustic Collage Last weekend I shared an encaustic griddle with artist Denise Callaghan. Denise brought with her to the workshop a
