The annual all encaustic, all inclusive retreat now returning in two locations! Hearth in Seattle, WA and Horizon in Nashville, TN.

July 26-31, 2026 Enrollment is open with limited spots so jump in and see if your encaustic hand can be empowered through the EncaustiCamp experience!

EncaustiCampHearth Info here

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

The annual all encaustic, all inclusive retreat now returning in two locations! Hearth in Seattle, WA and Horizon in Nashville, TN.

April 26-May 1, 2026 Enrollment is open with limited spots so jump in and see if your encaustic hand can be empowered through the EncaustiCamp experience!

EncaustiCampHorizon

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/

3-day Encaustic Retreat, All Levels Welcome
Whidbey Island, Washington
Friday - Sunday, July 11 – 13, 2025
Pacific Northwest Art School

Creating with encaustic is a dream come true for painters who also enjoy adding dimension and texture to their work. The beeswax-based paint comes in luscious colors that you can use to easily add depth and texture to your paintings.

Encaustic is one of the most forgiving mediums available, allowing you to "undo" virtually anything, giving you the freedom to be fearless and let your creativity flow. No painting or drawing experience is necessary for this class; just an adventurous spirit! 

We’ll combine several mediums within layers of richly colored wax paint, including watercolor, professional artist crayons, fabric, fiber, and oil/pigment sticks to build up depth and texture.

>> Register here. All supplies included except panels.

Don't worry if you haven't tried anything like this before. I'll have lots of tools and materials available for you to play with, and you can work in any style you choose.