M A T E R I A L S

About Encaustic:
Encaustic, which dates back to ancient Greece, is one of the oldest painting mediums. The term encaustic comes from the Greek 'enkaustikos' meaning "to burn in". The unusual visual properties of encaustic paintings are derived from a combination of beeswax, damar resin and pigments. They are applied in molten form to a rigid surface, and then each layer is fused. This gives a luminous, richly layered appearance.

Care of Encaustic:
As with all fine art, encaustic paintings should not be subjected to direct sun or extremes in temperatures.
On occasion, lightly buff the surface with a soft cotton cloth or nylon.