Texas Wax

On-going encaustic classes in the San Antonio Area

Thursday, January 28th, Friday, January 29th and Saturday, January 30th
10:00 to 4:00 each day

$385.00 beginner, intermediate and advanced
Join us in this three day extravaganza in beeswax!  Experience the joy and versatility of this rich, organic medium as Patricia teaches you the basics then builds on these to excite you [...]

New Space to Learn Ancient Art
Metroplex artists now have a new space in which to learn about encaustic painting, an ancient wax painting technique that has made a strong comeback in the last few years. Encaustic painting involves melting beeswax and a natural resin and then adding pigments to create colored paint. The wax paint [...]

Many of you have requested information about classes. Although I will be teaching very informal 1/2 day classes in my studio beginning early next year…in the meantime or in addition, I strongly encourage those of you interested in learning about encaustics or those of you ready to enhance your knowledge in encaustic techniques [...]

A special thanks to Sally Hengst for her contribution and work at Jerry’s Artarama on Saturday, August 2nd. Sally was asked to be the docent for the day and she presented our TexasWax/Austin/San Antonio group member’s work in the informal exhibit on Jerry’s “green wall.” The work will be on display through the last week [...]

Encaustic classes in my studio have been inspiring. Six people per class offers me a chance to work with each person one on one. It’s great to see how each artist has a unique style and thought pattern. Some students have limited experience in encaustics while there are others who have knowledge of the [...]

Encaustic Monotype classes will be held at Bay6 Gallery and Studios on Saturday, May 3rd, May 10th and May 24th from 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Class size is limited to 6 people and all supplies are furnished with enrollment fee. The class for May 3rd is full but there is still open space available [...]