Learn Encaustic

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Wax on! Join visual artist Candace Law in the studio on Friday, November 15 from 10 am to 4 pm to work on your own projects with encaustic. As a bonus, she will be sharing some of the practical tips she has learned.

What It’s About…

The Open Studio gives you an opportunity for independent work, with an instructor available for questions and assistance. You should have some experience working with encaustic and want time on your own to work with the materials, tools, and techniques.

But if you are new to this wonderful medium, there is a place for you, too. The instructor can work alongside you and provide a hands-on experience in one or two techniques you might like to try.

What to Bring…

The equipment, as well as some supplies and materials, are provided. You may bring your own items and materials to incorporate into your artwork, as well as your own larger panels or unfinished pieces to work on. If you want to start a new project, smaller panels (up to 11×14) will be available.

Space is limited, so you won’t want to miss out—the cost is just $145.

How to Enroll

Click on the “Register” button above, then follow the instructions to enroll. At checkout, you will be able to pay securely online with a credit card or PayPal. Payment plans are also available from PayPal.

Workshops are subject to cancellation because of insufficient enrollment or for other reasons. If a workshop is canceled, you will have the option to receive a full refund or transfer your registration to another scheduled workshop.

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Join visual artist Candace Law at the Grosse Pointe Artists Association Studio on Saturday, October 12 from 10:30 am to 3:00 pm for a day of learning to create art with encaustic.

Whether you are new to encaustic or you’ve used hot wax before, this workshop is a great opportunity to learn from and work with one of Detroit’s best-known encaustic artists.

An opening review and warm-up exercise will bring everyone up to speed before the class begins to explore the many textures and surfaces you can create with hot wax.

Be ready to be intrigued.

Some of the things we will cover in this workshop:

• Basics of encaustic: process, materials and supplies
• How to work safely
• Physical vs. visual texture
• Warm up by priming, painting and fusing a small panel, then on to a medium-sized panel
• Creating texture with paint (accretion), tools and other materials
• Demos, one-on-one with instructor and plenty of individual work time

All equipment, paints, brushes and panels are provided. You do not need to bring anything except an apron and a willingness to experiment!

To make your work more personal, feel free to bring small items, such as decorative papers, found objects and other ephemera. Reference photos can be helpful.

The cost is just $90 for GPAA members and $110 for non-GPAA members. Space is limited, so don’t wait—sign up today!

How to Enroll

Click on the “Register” button above, then scroll down the page to the enrollment form. Space is limited and will fill fast, so don’t wait!

Workshops are subject to cancellation because of insufficient enrollment or for other reasons.

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Join visual artist Candace Law in the studio on Friday, September 13 from 10 am to 4 pm for a day of learning to create art with encaustic.

The workshop is ideal for artists who are new to the medium and interested in gaining more knowledge about working with hot wax and getting hands-on experience. All the equipment and materials are provided, so this is a risk-free way for you to try something new and different. It also may spark ideas and creativity in your own current work. But be warned—you may find it addictive and want to learn more!

Worked with encaustic before but feeling a little rusty? This is a great time to come in and get reacquainted with the basics and the magic of this unique medium.

We’ll be covering:

• The equipment used for this medium and how to work safely
• Materials and tools for the best painting results
• Adding collage and mark-making—a couple of popular techniques

Demonstrations and group discussion, as well as individual work time and one-on-one time with Candace will fill out the day.

As always, the equipment, paints, panels, and more are provided. All you need to bring is your willingness to explore and have fun.

Workshops have been filling fast and space is limited, so you won’t want to miss out. And sign up early to get the early-bird price! The cost is just $145 until September 5 or $175 for later registrations.

How to Enroll

Click on the “Register” button above, then follow the instructions to enroll. At checkout, you will be able to pay securely online with a credit card or PayPal. Payment plans are also available from PayPal.

Workshops are subject to cancellation because of insufficient enrollment or for other reasons. If a workshop is canceled, you will have the option to receive a full refund or transfer your registration to another scheduled workshop.

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Welcome to summer! Let’s unwind and create one-of-a-kind prints with hot wax!

This workshop is for artists at every level who want to learn about ways to incorporate encaustic into their artwork, or have worked with encaustic before and want to have a deeper exposure to a specific technique.

What is an encaustic monotype print? It involves using encaustic paint directly on a heated surface, laying paper over the melted paint and burnishing it, thereby making a print. These prints can achieve unexpected results, bringing a spontaneity to your work.

Demonstrations are combined with ample time for independent work, and with one-on-one assistance, giving you a chance to explore some of the materials and tools of this versatile medium.

The agenda for the day will include:

• An informal gathering at the beginning for art conversation over coffee and pastries talking about monotypes and looking at some examples.
• A brief review of the encaustic process and safety
• Demo of the printing process and discussion of papers and tools
• Possible ways to present these works

The equipment, supplies, and many materials including several different papers will be provided (a packet of a dozen or so papers, approx. 10” x 12”). However, you should also bring in some additional papers with which to work. If you are new to printing, I suggest trying thinner printing papers (like Rives BFK lightweight), or Japanese (washi) papers in light or neutral colors.

This workshop is not offered very often, so grab this opportunity while you can. And sign up early to get the early-bird price! The cost is just $145 until July 5 or $175 for later registrations. At checkout, you will be able to pay securely online with a credit card or PayPal. Payment plans are also available from PayPal.

How to Enroll

Click on the “Register” button above, then follow the instructions to enroll. At checkout, you will be able to pay securely online with a credit card or PayPal. Payment plans are also available from PayPal.

Workshops are subject to cancellation because of insufficient enrollment or for other reasons. If a workshop is canceled, you will have the option to receive a full refund or transfer your registration to another scheduled workshop.

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as·sem·blage | \ə-ˈsem-blij | A group of things collected…a sculptural technique of organizing into a unified whole a group of unrelated and often fragmented or discarded objects…scraps, junk, odds and ends.

Join visual artist Candace Law on Friday and Saturday, December 8-9 for a two-day encaustic assemblage workshop. It will focus on an exploration of the 3-dimensional technique of using found objects with collage, and how encaustic can enhance creating assemblages. Some experience working with encaustic would be helpful.

Saturday will start off by walking through the “Dream Journals” exhibition of assemblage pieces by artist Larry Zdeb in our Gallery to look at his amazing work and consider how he creates them. Along with demonstrations, we’ll review some basic tools and simple mechanical ways to attach objects to panels and other surfaces. Then we’ll work through a couple of small projects as we incorporate encaustic into our work. As always, you’ll have ample individual work time.

The equipment, supplies, and some materials needed for this workshop are provided. However, you will want to bring your own found objects, various small items, collage papers or ephemera to incorporate into your artwork.

This workshop is not offered very often, so grab this opportunity while you can. And sign up early to get the early-bird price! The cost is just $295 until November 30 or $345 for later registrations.

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Join visual artist Candace Law at the War Memorial on Saturday, October 28 from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm for an encaustic on paper workshop sponsored by the Grosse Pointe Artists Association. Using paper as a surface for creating is a time-honored tradition, and it can work beautifully with the ancient art of encaustic.

New to encaustic, or just want to brush up on your skills? In either case, this class will fit your needs. There will be demos, as well as plenty of one-on-one time for help and questions.

The workshop will include:

• A review of the equipment, materials typically used, and basic safety tips
• Experimenting with paint on heavy paper
• Learning how to achieve smooth and textured surfaces
• Using additional tools to add marks and incise lines

All equipment, paints, brushes and most materials are supplied by the instructor. Heavy paper, watercolor or Bristol board, approximately 9×12, will be provided, along with some additional items to use for mark-making or embedding.

Students are welcome to bring a few items they might like to work with, such as decorative papers, found objects or other small ephemera. Apron or studio clothes are suggested. Feel free to bring along images to use as references.

Sign up early and get the Early Bird price!

How to Enroll

Click on the “Register” button above, then scroll down the page to the enrollment form. Space is limited and will fill fast, so don’t wait!

Workshops are subject to cancellation because of insufficient enrollment or for other reasons.

“Still Running With Scissors” (shown) was a 48″ x 30″ commissioned work.

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Join visual artist Candace Law in the studio on Saturday, August 26 from 10 am to 4 pm to explore upsizing encaustic paintings. Space is limited, so register early—you won’t want to miss out.

“I’m often looking for ways to challenge myself, or mix up my work with something less common. One way to do that? Go LARGER! It’s a perfect way to push your skills and make you think a little differently about what you want to say in your work and how you achieve it. So I’m offering this workshop where we will try our hand (and brush) on panels that are larger than what I typically offer.”

In this workshop we will:

• Do a brief review of working with wax—even I need this as a warmup
• Discuss the type of supports, materials, and tools that aid in larger paintings
• Work on one larger cradled wood panel, either 16 x 20 or 18 x 24

As always, there will be demonstrations and group discussion, as well as individual work time and one-on-one time with Candace to fill out the day.

The equipment, materials and most supplies for the workshop are provided. Feel free to bring any materials (found objects, papers or other items) you might like to incorporate into your artwork.

Sign up early and get the early-bird price! The cost is just $150 until August 11 or $175 for later registrations.

How to Enroll

Click on the “Register” button above, then follow the instructions to enroll. At checkout, you will be able to pay securely online with a credit card or PayPal. Payment plans are also available from PayPal.

Workshops are subject to cancellation because of insufficient enrollment or for other reasons. If a workshop is canceled, you will have the option to receive a full refund or transfer your registration to another scheduled workshop.

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Join visual artist Candace Law in the studio on Saturday, June 24 from 10 am to 4 pm to explore the number of ways we can incorporate marks in our encaustic paintings. Space is limited, so you won’t want to miss out.

One of my absolute favorite things to do on any piece I’m painting is to make marks of some kind. Artist Paul Klee once said “A line is a dot that went for a walk”. I’ve never met a line I didn’t like, and dots or scribbles are just as interesting, adding layers and greater depth to the surface of your artwork.

We’ll talk about some of the specific materials that pair well with wax. Ever tried incising or inlays? This is your chance to spend a day experimenting and opening up your imagination. To add to the fun, we’ll pull out a selection of pigment sticks to enhance our marks or create subtle glazes.

As always, there will be demonstrations and group discussion, as well as individual work time and one-on-one time with me will fill out the day.

The equipment, materials and most supplies for the workshop are provided. Feel free to bring any materials (found objects, papers or other small items) you might like to incorporate into your artwork. You’ll be working with small to medium-sized panels (up to 9” x 12”) so you can complete at least one piece by the end of the day.

Sign up early and get the early-bird price! The cost is just $140 until June 9 or $165 for later registrations.

How to Enroll

Click on the “Register” button above, then follow the instructions to enroll. At checkout, you will be able to pay securely online with a credit card or PayPal. Payment plans are also available from Affirm or PayPal.

Workshops are subject to cancellation because of insufficient enrollment or for other reasons. If a workshop is canceled, you will have the option to receive a full refund or transfer your registration to another scheduled workshop.

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Join visual artist Candace Law in the studio on Saturday, April 15 from 10 am to 4 pm for a day of learning about creating art with encaustic. Space is limited, so you won’t want to miss out. This will be the only Introduction to Encaustic I offer this year.

The workshop is ideal for artists who are new to the medium and interested in gaining more knowledge about working with wax and getting hands-on experience. All the equipment and materials are provided, so this is a risk-free way for you to try something new and different. It may spark ideas and creativity in your own current work. But be warned—you may even find it as magical as I do and want to learn more!

We’ll be covering:

• The equipment used for this medium and how to safely work with each
• Materials and tools for the best painting results
• Adding stencils and mark-making—a couple of popular techniques

Demonstrations and group discussion, as well as individual work time and one-on-one time with me will fill out the day.

As always, the equipment, paints, panels, and more are provided. All you need to bring is your willingness to explore and have fun.

Sign up early and get the early-bird price! The cost is just $140 until March 31 or $165 for later registrations.

How to Enroll

Click on the “Register” button above, then follow the instructions to enroll. At checkout, you will be able to pay securely online with a credit card or PayPal. Payment plans are also available from Affirm or PayPal.

Workshops are subject to cancellation because of insufficient enrollment or for other reasons. If a workshop is canceled, you will have the option to receive a full refund or transfer your registration to another scheduled workshop.