Sweet Mystery is a captivating encaustic wax and mixed media artwork that transports you into a realm of wonder and intrigue. Measuring 28cm x 28cm, this small yet impactful piece is a visual delight, crafted with meticulous attention to detail.
The artwork's surface is richly textured and incised, creating a multi-dimensional effect that invites exploration and tactile engagement. The artist has combined encaustic wax and oil pastels and pan pastels to produce a mesmerizing combination of colors and textures.
Hues of serene blue and green dominate the composition, with mottled cream,evoking a sense of tranquility and a gentle ocean.
When you gaze into Sweet Mystery, it feels as though you can reach into the painting and immerse yourself in the serene depths of the depicted ocean. The careful layering of the encaustic wax creates an illusion of movement, as if you can almost hear the gentle lapping of the waves.
This artwork comes encased in a floating frame, it can be easily wall-mounted to become a focal point of any room, or placed on a table to be admired from different angles, allowing you to appreciate its intricate details from all perspectives.
Sweet Mystery is a compelling work of art that captures the essence of the enigmatic beauty of the ocean, drawing viewers into its aura of tranquility and curiosity. Its combination of techniques, colors, and textures make it a unique addition to any art collection, inviting viewers to embark on a personal journey of contemplation and wonder.
Encaustic painting is an ancient art form and can be traced back to the 5th century BC. Encaustic wax is a combination of beeswax and an additive to strengthen and raise the melting temperature. Typically damar resin is used though other additives are sometimes used. Layers of molten wax are applied to wooden structures/panels. It has beautiful luminous qualities which can be coloured. The wax can be embedded, collaged, scraped, textured and polished to a high sheen. Encaustic wax is a natural adhesive and preservative, it is moisture resistant, mildew and fungus resistant and unappetising to insects. Wax paint doesn’t contain solvents or oils so will not darken or yellow with age, it is 100% archival.
Care for Encaustic Wax
Encaustic paint is the most durable form of painting, evidenced by the Faiyum mummy portraits in Egypt. They have survived over 2000 years without cracking, flaking or fading.
Do not hang fine art in direct sunlight, encaustic wax in particular should always feel cool to touch. Encaustic wax is stable from 4 - 49 degrees C. Use a soft lint free cloth to gently buff if it becomes dull looking, this happens during curing time (around 6 months) It should always look shiny. After that time it will retain it’s polished look. At this point it will repel dirt and dust more readily.
Properly looked after your Encaustic wax painting will last many life times.
Sweet Mystery is a captivating encaustic wax and mixed media artwork that transports you into a realm of wonder and intrigue. Measuring 28cm x 28cm, this small yet impactful piece is a visual delight, crafted with meticulous attention to detail.
The artwork's surface is richly textured and incised, creating a multi-dimensional effect that invites exploration and tactile engagement. The artist has combined encaustic wax and oil pastels and pan pastels to produce a mesmerizing combination of colors and textures.
Hues of serene blue and green dominate the composition, with mottled cream,evoking a sense of tranquility and a gentle ocean.
When you gaze into Sweet Mystery, it feels as though you can reach into the painting and immerse yourself in the serene depths of the depicted ocean. The careful layering of the encaustic wax creates an illusion of movement, as if you can almost hear the gentle lapping of the waves.
This artwork comes encased in a floating frame, it can be easily wall-mounted to become a focal point of any room, or placed on a table to be admired from different angles, allowing you to appreciate its intricate details from all perspectives.
Sweet Mystery is a compelling work of art that captures the essence of the enigmatic beauty of the ocean, drawing viewers into its aura of tranquility and curiosity. Its combination of techniques, colors, and textures make it a unique addition to any art collection, inviting viewers to embark on a personal journey of contemplation and wonder.
Encaustic painting is an ancient art form and can be traced back to the 5th century BC. Encaustic wax is a combination of beeswax and an additive to strengthen and raise the melting temperature. Typically damar resin is used though other additives are sometimes used. Layers of molten wax are applied to wooden structures/panels. It has beautiful luminous qualities which can be coloured. The wax can be embedded, collaged, scraped, textured and polished to a high sheen. Encaustic wax is a natural adhesive and preservative, it is moisture resistant, mildew and fungus resistant and unappetising to insects. Wax paint doesn’t contain solvents or oils so will not darken or yellow with age, it is 100% archival.
Care for Encaustic Wax
Encaustic paint is the most durable form of painting, evidenced by the Faiyum mummy portraits in Egypt. They have survived over 2000 years without cracking, flaking or fading.
Do not hang fine art in direct sunlight, encaustic wax in particular should always feel cool to touch. Encaustic wax is stable from 4 - 49 degrees C. Use a soft lint free cloth to gently buff if it becomes dull looking, this happens during curing time (around 6 months) It should always look shiny. After that time it will retain it’s polished look. At this point it will repel dirt and dust more readily.
Properly looked after your Encaustic wax painting will last many life times.
