Below you will find Information about
our most popular workshops
our most popular workshops
Encaustic Beginners Workshop
Once the medium of the Ancient Greeks,
You will learn & experiment with a vast variety of encaustic techniques,
creating sample boards as well as completed artworks.
There will be lots of time to play and create your own works.
Mo will go through board preparation, fusing,
how to create smooth and textured surfaces,
and layering to achieve amazing effects with beeswax.
we will also cover the history of encaustic,
and studio and workshop safety
You can expect to take home 4 completed Art pieces, in addition to your sample reference boards
Mo will impart her vast knowledge of encaustic and share with you
many tips and tricks for working in encaustic.
This class will give you enough information plus a great worksheet with encaustic recipe and resource list
so you can start to explore the exciting medium of encaustic.
Once the medium of the Ancient Greeks,
You will learn & experiment with a vast variety of encaustic techniques,
creating sample boards as well as completed artworks.
There will be lots of time to play and create your own works.
Mo will go through board preparation, fusing,
how to create smooth and textured surfaces,
and layering to achieve amazing effects with beeswax.
we will also cover the history of encaustic,
and studio and workshop safety
You can expect to take home 4 completed Art pieces, in addition to your sample reference boards
Mo will impart her vast knowledge of encaustic and share with you
many tips and tricks for working in encaustic.
This class will give you enough information plus a great worksheet with encaustic recipe and resource list
so you can start to explore the exciting medium of encaustic.
Collage and Wax
You will learn how to use collage with Encaustic.
From papers to fibers to embedding things in your work,
Mo will help you achieve composition and colour using encaustic techniques.
Encaustic is one of the oldest forms of painting,
with paint made from pure pigment or oil paints mixed with wax and resin.
The mixture is applied hot, and then reheated to fuse the layers together.
You'll be amazed at how simple it is to collage with wax instead of glue,
to incorporate papers, fabric and fibres.
Don’t worry if you haven't tried anything like this before, the medium is very forgiving.
there will be lots of collage materials available for you to play with,
and you can work in any style you choose.
Just bring along an apron and if you would like to include any of your own drawings or collage materials,
please feel free to do so. Mo will let you know if they will work with the wax.
You will learn how to use collage with Encaustic.
From papers to fibers to embedding things in your work,
Mo will help you achieve composition and colour using encaustic techniques.
Encaustic is one of the oldest forms of painting,
with paint made from pure pigment or oil paints mixed with wax and resin.
The mixture is applied hot, and then reheated to fuse the layers together.
You'll be amazed at how simple it is to collage with wax instead of glue,
to incorporate papers, fabric and fibres.
Don’t worry if you haven't tried anything like this before, the medium is very forgiving.
there will be lots of collage materials available for you to play with,
and you can work in any style you choose.
Just bring along an apron and if you would like to include any of your own drawings or collage materials,
please feel free to do so. Mo will let you know if they will work with the wax.
Image Transfer
Learn numerous image transfer techniques with Mo.
Using carbon paper, charcoal, graphite, print outs, and Joss papers.
You can create your work on wax using your own printed images.
There are so many ways to make image transfers with encaustic.
The image transfer process only uses water, and is therefore totally non-toxic.
Mo will show you how to transfer your photographic images to wax,
and what to do with them once you have.
We will also do easy transfers of your own drawings done with pencil,
charcoal, coloured pencils, carbon paper and mark making media.
For the lovers of a bit of sparkle, Mo will also demonstrate transfers using foil papers to add a bit of pizazz.
This method is great for beginners and advanced students alike.
Just bring along an apron and if you would like to include any of your own drawings or materials please feel free to do so.
Mo will let you know if they will work with the wax.
Learn numerous image transfer techniques with Mo.
Using carbon paper, charcoal, graphite, print outs, and Joss papers.
You can create your work on wax using your own printed images.
There are so many ways to make image transfers with encaustic.
The image transfer process only uses water, and is therefore totally non-toxic.
Mo will show you how to transfer your photographic images to wax,
and what to do with them once you have.
We will also do easy transfers of your own drawings done with pencil,
charcoal, coloured pencils, carbon paper and mark making media.
For the lovers of a bit of sparkle, Mo will also demonstrate transfers using foil papers to add a bit of pizazz.
This method is great for beginners and advanced students alike.
Just bring along an apron and if you would like to include any of your own drawings or materials please feel free to do so.
Mo will let you know if they will work with the wax.
Encaustic Crackle Finishes
Encaustic crackle is a resist that you paint on to your wax
this can to create the most beautiful organic shapes and patina in your work.
It can be layered into your encaustic paintings to creating stunning effects that can mimic aged tiles or parchments.
We will also use oil paints to create that aged cracked paint look.
Mo will teach you how to make your own crackle resists, and how to get depth and interest,
by layering and scraping images with crackles in your work.
Mo will also demonstrate how to enhance the crackle finish with pigment sticks oil paints and foil rubs,
to create a delicate glaze of colour, and how to use these versatile materials,
to fill lines and add depth to all of your paintings.
Be ready for some creative arson.
Encaustic crackle is a resist that you paint on to your wax
this can to create the most beautiful organic shapes and patina in your work.
It can be layered into your encaustic paintings to creating stunning effects that can mimic aged tiles or parchments.
We will also use oil paints to create that aged cracked paint look.
Mo will teach you how to make your own crackle resists, and how to get depth and interest,
by layering and scraping images with crackles in your work.
Mo will also demonstrate how to enhance the crackle finish with pigment sticks oil paints and foil rubs,
to create a delicate glaze of colour, and how to use these versatile materials,
to fill lines and add depth to all of your paintings.
Be ready for some creative arson.
Paper and Wax
Working with paper and wax adds a new dimension to your work.
You will create works on and with paper, using hand dyed and natural fiber papers.
You can get your work off the wall, and utilize the transparency that makes paper and wax so inspiring and beautiful.
Mo will show you how to use rusted papers, masking, stenciling,
stamping, wax resists, photography and even an encaustic pen tool to create fine lines.
Dipping,pouring and brushing onto paper will be covered also.
Just bring along an apron, and if you would like to include any of your own drawings or materials please feel free to do so.
Mo will let you know if they will work with the wax.
Working with paper and wax adds a new dimension to your work.
You will create works on and with paper, using hand dyed and natural fiber papers.
You can get your work off the wall, and utilize the transparency that makes paper and wax so inspiring and beautiful.
Mo will show you how to use rusted papers, masking, stenciling,
stamping, wax resists, photography and even an encaustic pen tool to create fine lines.
Dipping,pouring and brushing onto paper will be covered also.
Just bring along an apron, and if you would like to include any of your own drawings or materials please feel free to do so.
Mo will let you know if they will work with the wax.
Photo Encaustic
Learn how to combine your images with wax in Mo’s "Introduction to Photo Encaustic."
Encaustic has been around for ages,
but its application to photos has created a recent resurgence of interest among fine art photographers.
mages are treated with encaustic medium in a variety of techniques such as
brushing, dipping, glazing, layering that add intriguing depth and a unique tactile quality.
Create texture and depth and interest in your work. Using a variety of techniques,
image transfers and different papers, you can create different effects including
overlays and layering techniques and the use of text within the work.
Learn how to use shellac and sandpaper to create texture and interesting effects.
Learn how to combine your images with wax in Mo’s "Introduction to Photo Encaustic."
Encaustic has been around for ages,
but its application to photos has created a recent resurgence of interest among fine art photographers.
mages are treated with encaustic medium in a variety of techniques such as
brushing, dipping, glazing, layering that add intriguing depth and a unique tactile quality.
Create texture and depth and interest in your work. Using a variety of techniques,
image transfers and different papers, you can create different effects including
overlays and layering techniques and the use of text within the work.
Learn how to use shellac and sandpaper to create texture and interesting effects.
Beyond 2D Encaustic
Go beyond the 2D with encaustic and create 3D forms with Mo in her new exciting workshop.
We will be using simple items to create mini 3D sculptures with encaustic.
Utilising handmade papers, cotton, silk, string and natural materials and many other items,
we will create beautiful forms with wax. We will learn how to dip,pour, mould and form waxed pieces.
Mo will also show different methods to attach the work to a board for display.
Go beyond the 2D with encaustic and create 3D forms with Mo in her new exciting workshop.
We will be using simple items to create mini 3D sculptures with encaustic.
Utilising handmade papers, cotton, silk, string and natural materials and many other items,
we will create beautiful forms with wax. We will learn how to dip,pour, mould and form waxed pieces.
Mo will also show different methods to attach the work to a board for display.
Working Large
In this workshop we will work a little largeer and in a more painterly way than before with encaustic (up to 60cm X 60cm.)
Utilising many different techniques to build interest, colour and form.
We will build up from smaller boards to a large piece or work on a diptych or triptych.
A variety of new techniques will be explored including layering transparent glazes to achieve luminosity.
Mark making, sumi ink, powdered pigments and the use of pigment/oil sticks.
We will also learn how to work with an iron to create texture and interest in the work.
Mo will also show methods of combining encaustic with other mediums
such as…. oil paint, pastels, charcoal, graphite, watercolor, image transfers, carbon.
There will also be techniques on leaving impressions and texture in your wax,
working with pouring, marble dust, aerosol paints and shellac.
Setting up your encaustic painting space, working safely, mixing your own mediums and framing options will also be covered.
Upon completion you will come away with Mos tried and true tips & tricks,
Sources of supply and a head full of new techniques, ideas and inspiration
plenty of information to continue your journey with encaustic!
Let your creative juices flow and get excited about working in a larger format!
In this workshop we will work a little largeer and in a more painterly way than before with encaustic (up to 60cm X 60cm.)
Utilising many different techniques to build interest, colour and form.
We will build up from smaller boards to a large piece or work on a diptych or triptych.
A variety of new techniques will be explored including layering transparent glazes to achieve luminosity.
Mark making, sumi ink, powdered pigments and the use of pigment/oil sticks.
We will also learn how to work with an iron to create texture and interest in the work.
Mo will also show methods of combining encaustic with other mediums
such as…. oil paint, pastels, charcoal, graphite, watercolor, image transfers, carbon.
There will also be techniques on leaving impressions and texture in your wax,
working with pouring, marble dust, aerosol paints and shellac.
Setting up your encaustic painting space, working safely, mixing your own mediums and framing options will also be covered.
Upon completion you will come away with Mos tried and true tips & tricks,
Sources of supply and a head full of new techniques, ideas and inspiration
plenty of information to continue your journey with encaustic!
Let your creative juices flow and get excited about working in a larger format!
Scissors Paper, Wax
Working with encaustic paper and 3D elements, is an exciting new technique.
It is similar to working with encaustic on board but the wax does wonderful things to paper,
and there are many new ways to use paper and wax together including making 3D pieces,
and incorporating wax in handmade books.
You will use plaster cloth to create handmade books, along with found materials
such as papers, natural elements, photographs, fibres and fabric.
There will also be sculptural work to create 3D encaustic pieces.
You will be working with hotplates, heat guns, a sealing iron, and electric wax pens
to collage and also to paint and draw with encaustic on paper.
You will be burning, bleaching, rusting and using some traditional techniques of ink resists and batik with wax.
Encaustic processes can inspire artists of all genres from print makers to painters to fibre artists.
There will be a way you can include this wonderfully organic process to your box of artistic tricks.
Working with encaustic paper and 3D elements, is an exciting new technique.
It is similar to working with encaustic on board but the wax does wonderful things to paper,
and there are many new ways to use paper and wax together including making 3D pieces,
and incorporating wax in handmade books.
You will use plaster cloth to create handmade books, along with found materials
such as papers, natural elements, photographs, fibres and fabric.
There will also be sculptural work to create 3D encaustic pieces.
You will be working with hotplates, heat guns, a sealing iron, and electric wax pens
to collage and also to paint and draw with encaustic on paper.
You will be burning, bleaching, rusting and using some traditional techniques of ink resists and batik with wax.
Encaustic processes can inspire artists of all genres from print makers to painters to fibre artists.
There will be a way you can include this wonderfully organic process to your box of artistic tricks.
Plaster and Wax
working with different types of plaster and wax is a new way to work with encaustic.
I have discovered so many ways to add excitement to your images.
We will use plaster of paris, plaster bandage and traditional venetian plaster to create works that look amazing.
The ability to add age and interest to your encaustic is exciting and interesting.
working with different types of plaster and wax is a new way to work with encaustic.
I have discovered so many ways to add excitement to your images.
We will use plaster of paris, plaster bandage and traditional venetian plaster to create works that look amazing.
The ability to add age and interest to your encaustic is exciting and interesting.
Waxy illuminations
In this beginner-friendly workshop,
we'll be using wax-based paint on paper to create beautiful, glowing lanterns.
Encaustic paint saturates the paper, making the paper stiff, water resistant and translucent – a great material for folding and shaping.
We'll cover several ways of decorating the paper, including using stencils, ink, encaustic paint, and image transfers.
We can decorate the paper before we apply wax or you can use the wax paint to create your pattern.
The wax can also be used as a resist to create batik-style effects.
I’ll also show you collage techniques that allow you to incorporate stamped or found imagery.
Everyone will have the opportunity to work on up to three lanterns.
All materials included. Feel free to bring your own rubber stamps and mylar stencils.
For the collage component, feel free to bring your own one-sided images (laser-printed, photocopied,
or bleed-resistant inkjet images work best – nothing that smears when wet!).
For collage materials, the thinner the paper, the better – that way, you don’t lose translucency.
In this beginner-friendly workshop,
we'll be using wax-based paint on paper to create beautiful, glowing lanterns.
Encaustic paint saturates the paper, making the paper stiff, water resistant and translucent – a great material for folding and shaping.
We'll cover several ways of decorating the paper, including using stencils, ink, encaustic paint, and image transfers.
We can decorate the paper before we apply wax or you can use the wax paint to create your pattern.
The wax can also be used as a resist to create batik-style effects.
I’ll also show you collage techniques that allow you to incorporate stamped or found imagery.
Everyone will have the opportunity to work on up to three lanterns.
All materials included. Feel free to bring your own rubber stamps and mylar stencils.
For the collage component, feel free to bring your own one-sided images (laser-printed, photocopied,
or bleed-resistant inkjet images work best – nothing that smears when wet!).
For collage materials, the thinner the paper, the better – that way, you don’t lose translucency.