Encaustic Painting
Encaustic paint is made of pigmented wax that is used on to a surface with heat. It's known for its depth, luminosity, and versatility.
“The water, light, earth, and air of my home on the North Coast of Oregon in Astoria is both my muse and refuge. I feel worlds away from the adversity that set me on my course, and yet it is my constant companion. At 15, a near-fatal car accident altered not just my face but my very core, forcing me to confront mortality prematurely. My mother, Rose who is now 95, recognized the transformative power of art and provided me with drawing materials, sparking a lifelong journey of self-discovery and resilience. Art became my sanctuary amid adversity, guiding me through reconstructive surgeries and turning the loneliness of recovery into solace. Now, at 57, it remains the enduring thread in the fabric of my existence—a testament to the healing capacity of art.” Read more at elisewagner.com
