In this 2-day workshop artists will be introduced to painting and collage using the ancient hot wax-based material Encaustic. Beeswax is a wonderful adhesive. Learn how to create complexly layered artwork using R&F Handmade Paints Encaustic as your “glue”. We will use fabric, photos, and our own drawings along with pigmented Encaustic paint. We will even add images with Laser copy transfers and direct drawing. Learn how versatile this quick-curing re-workable medium can work for you in your artistic practice.

Day One: We will learn about the basics of Encaustic painting, its adhesive properties and how R&F’s opaque and transparent pigments are used intentionally in creating composition. We will use a variety of tools that take advantage of Encaustic’s unique physical characteristics. We will be layering, scraping, incising, fusing and of course adding in a variety of collage elements.

Day Two: We will focus on final surface embellishments, including adding Pigment Stick oil paint, stencils, Pan Pastels, Xerox transfers and various drawing materials to give our pieces visual depth and complexity.

Students will gain:
A basic knowledge of Encaustic Painting with an emphasis on adding other absorbent materials into the paintings along with various embellishment techniques, including oil and dry media.

Suitable for all levels, no experience necessary! Ages 16+
This workshop is in collaboration with R&F Handmade Paints.

Saturday and Sunday, December 5 and 6, 2026
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Studio 5
$330 ($270 tuition & $60 lab fee)

Instructor: Leslie Giuliani

December 5, December 6, 2026

Tuition: $270

Lab Fee: $60

$330

Register Here

https://woodstockschoolofart.org/course/intro-to-encaustic-and-collage-6/

Join teaching artist Leslie Giuliani and R&F Handmade Paints Founder Richard Frumess for this 4-Day encaustic color intensive. If you are new to  Encaustic, this is great way to start!

How encaustic affects the color of pigment differs greatly from how oil or acrylic or tempera affect the color. That difference is reflected in encaustic’s unique methods of how the paint is applied, how it is fused, layered, extended out, textured, and how it incorporates other materials.

This is an unusual approach to both encaustic painting technique and color theory. Emphasis is placed largely on understanding how encaustic employs the often-under-recognized power of a pigment’s translucency or opacity. The understanding of the opacity/translucency spectrum not only helps to resolve problems but also enriches the toolbox of expressive possibilities.

Presentations and examples will be shown illustrating how encaustic’s unique materiality affects the way color works in the medium. Artists will create works using techniques that intrigue them with a deeper understanding of how they can make encaustic work for them and to choose color with intentionality.

Students will gain:
A comprehensive understanding of the optical effects of color in the medium of beeswax-based encaustic paint.

Suitable for all levels, no experience necessary! Ages 16+
This workshop is in collaboration with R&F Handmade Paints.

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and *Friday
August 18, 19, 20 and 21, 2026
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Studio 5

*Friday, August 21st:

• Students will be in Studio 5 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
• After lunch, students will carpool or meet at R&F Handmade Paints (84 Ten Broeck Ave, Kingston, NY 12401).
• At the factory, students will meet with the paint makers to observe the entire process of making, forming, and packaging the paint.
• Students can then shop and receive a 30% discount at the factory store as a thank you for attending!

$548 ($458 tuition & $90 lab fee)

Instructor: Leslie Giuliani and Richard Frumess

August 18, August 19, August 20, August 21, 2026

Tuition: $458

Lab Fee: $90

$548

Register Here

https://woodstockschoolofart.org/course/creating-color-effects-with-encaustic-5/

In this workshop, artists will learn various techniques of Encaustic printmaking on the heated palette using R&F Pigment Sticks as our ink. Techniques will include: Collagraph, Painterly Monotypes, Trace Monotypes, Relief Prints, Stencils and Masks, Gel Press Plates, Suminagashi Marbling, Laser Transfers and Stamps Also covered will be aspects of color mixing and layering to get luminous, complex, multi-layered prints and paintings. No press is required so you can take these techniques right back to your studio.

We will first learn about how to begin a monotype with dry media, suminagashi marbling and encaustic monoprinting directly on the heated palette. We will then add printmaking techniques, including using R&F Pigment Sticks oil paint as our ink, building layers of visual complexity. We will then work on resolving our pieces into fully realized artworks.

Suitable for all levels, no experience necessary! Ages 16+
This workshop is in collaboration with R&F Handmade Paints.

https://woodstockschoolofart.org/course/encaustic-printmaking-without-a-press-2/

Saturday & Sunday, July 11 and 12, 2026
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Studio 5
$340 ($270 tuition & $60 lab fee & $10 material fee)

Be -Artz ~ Sauveterre de Béarn, France

Artists Retreats and Workshops in Sauveterre de bearn in the Pyrenees Atlantique region of South West France!

Instructor: Jeff Hirst

Class Dates: June 2 - June 9, 2026

Arrive on the June 1, depart on the June 10th.

For more information, please contact Jeff Hirst - jeff@jeffreyhirst.com

https://www.jeffreyhirst.com/workshops-classes/https/https/be-artzcom/pageid366-t8hc4

Imagine a week-long journey in the heart of Mexico. Immerse yourself in an exploration of color, values, and light, combining Zen painting and encaustic painting. We will blend modern encaustic techniques with the hues, values, inks, and inspiration drawn from the nature, architecture, vibrant culture, and picturesque landscape of San Miguel de Allende!

Join this 7 day artist retreat with Kelly Milukas and Gabriela Sanchez co-teaching and creating alongside you in this unique experience. Small by design and limited to 12 participants.

Travel & Leisure just named San Miguel de Allende ~ Top Global City of 2024!

MORE INFO HERE

 Do you want an authentic Italian experience in Tuscany? Join me as we travel to this magical land with its rolling landscapes and picturesque views, where you can be inspired to explore your Encaustic Art for the Soul. Here, in this place, your journey awaits you!

Explore principles and practice imagery development and learn to create a series of works while finding your voice. You will engage in various methods and techniques including photo encaustic, printmaking, incising, mixed media, image transfers, imbedding, and mark-making.

An ideal retreat for beginners and seasoned artists alike – the Tuscan countryside will inspire you as we explore encaustic in Tuscany. You will leave full of inspiration, new artistic skills, and a lifetime of memories!

• Beautiful Tuscan countryside villa with private room and bath
• Personal chef, with most meals included
• A Day trip to Florence to visit the David!
• More Day trips to places like Sienna and Montalcino with time for art at the villa.
• Workshop instruction
• Photo shoots
• Imagery development
• Dedicated studio and open studio time
• Mentoring and group discussions

https://www.shelleyjean.com/italian-encaustic-journey/

2026 CWM/Oil Workshops in Santa Fe, NM

Schedule: Workshops Fridays 5-8PM, Sat.10-4PM & 10-3PM 

March 6, 7 & 8 - LINE, COLOR & PERCEPTION

March 13, 14 & 15 - VALUES, EDGES AND COLOR

April 3, 4 & 5 - A SENSE OF PLACE

April 17, 18 & 19  - SIMPLICITY & CONSTRAINT

May 22, 23 & 24 - NATURE AS A STARTING POINT

June 5, 6 & 7 - COLLAGE, COLOR & COMPOSITION

July 10, 11 & 12 - GEOMETRY & HIDDEN MEANINGS

August 14, 15 & 16 - MONOCHROME DRAWING & PAINTING

Cost: $695.00 Tax & materials included 

4 Participants Max./ class

Note: This is an Advanced CWM. Previous experience required.

Additional workshops information and full descriptions at website:

jorgeluisbernal.com 

Or please email me at jorgeluisbernal@gmail.com

Reserve your spot early!

2026 Schedule - Fridays 10am to 3pm -This intensive Encaustic Monotype Workshop is the perfect opportunity to discover this process which is easy, fast and lots of fun. Its available to artists of all skill levels. 

We will cover the equipment, tools, safety, the color sticks application, masking, paper types (their absorbency) and the paper lifting methods.  Once the basic skills are covered, the finishing methods will be demonstrated. 

There will be ample opportunities to ask questions regarding your artwork, plus lots of painting time.

Cost $295.00 includes Tax & Materials 

3 Participants Max./ class

Cold wax medium and oil painting is a mixed media technique that combines two materials to create a unique matte and textured surface. This technique allows for layering, scraping, and revealing previous layers, fostering a rich history within the artwork. We will cover all the basic techniques to include mark-making for structure and expression, color mixing, substrate preparation, tools and paint applications. We will also discuss the advantages of Intuitive painting as it offers the opportunity to explore and experiment making things up as you go along, and the acceptance that in the process everything can change, that ideas, marks and colors are fluid. 

Recommended reading for this class is The Artist’s Journey by Nancy Hillis, where she covers in detail  simplicity and constraint. 

Cost: $295.00 Tax, materials included 

4 Participants Max./ class

If class is taken in conjunction with the advanced weekend retreat workshop, cost is $150.00

This Encaustic Art Retreat in New Mexico is a DREAM come true – a home away from home. Join me as we travel to this magical land with its rolling landscapes and picturesque views, where you can be inspired to pursue your Encaustic Art for the Soul. Here, in this place, your journey awaits you!

Explore principles and practice imagery development and learn to create a series of works while finding your voice. You will engage in various methods and techniques including photo encaustic, printmaking, incising, mixed media, image transfers, imbedding, and mark-making.

An ideal retreat for beginners and seasoned artists alike – the New Mexico countryside will inspire you as we dive deep into encaustic on Georgia O'keefe's Ghost Ranch. You will leave full of inspiration, with new artistic skills, and a lifetime of memories!

• Guided tour of the places Georgia painted and see her private residence
• Private or shared cabin with en suite bath that has views for days
• All meals at Ghost Ranch included
• Workshop instruction with most supplies included
• Photo shoots
• Imagery development
• Dedicated studio and open studio time
• Mentoring and group discussions

Click here to find out more and to register https://www.shelleyjean.com/ghost-ranch-retreat/