So today I finally got to do some real encaustic painting experimenting with paper. My very first attempt was not very great because I discovered that I forgot to get a heat gun and a regular old lamp doesn't really get the job done. I had more medium today as well.
I did these to on paper just like my first attempt. With one I really experienced balding and the wax was absorbed almost all the way into the paper. Apparently that was too much heat for too long from too strong of an air current. In the end though, I built the wax back up and worked with some color. I used it to experiment with controlling the current to my advantage by blowing colors out in an intentionally organic way. The other one (I not only practiced colors and trying to make a smooth surface) I also embedded some lace within the wax.
Now I'm almost ready to jump into doing it on wood panels and really knocking out some painting. I really need to order more colors and medium though...
The moss box is almost ready. After it dries today I am going to get some dirt; hopefully for I can find some free dirt since I only need a small amount. From there I plop in the moss, fluff it up, and it is ready to go. The big challenge of this piece is going to be maintaining the moss for so long. I've never been terribly good at taking care of any kind of life, especially plant life.
Hopefully I'll have some pictures to share soon!
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