Applying wax, removing and scraping away - in short words, this is the basic principle of this unique painting technique. At first glance, the painting iron used to work the liquid wax looks like a travel iron. And in fact it takes you on a journey into new worlds of colour
Already the practice is enormous fun. Take the time to learn the different basic techniques safely, then all possibilities are open to you for the creation of your personal artwork.
This modern picture was created with the painting pen. This works almost like a fountain pen. You pick up the wax directly with the tip and then draw contours and patterns on the painting card. Encaustic can be that easy!