encaustic paints

R&F Encaustic Paints

Encaustic paints have recently achieved popularity as an alternative to oil and acrylic paints. A very spontaneous and versatile medium, encaustics can be modeled, layered, sculpted, textured, and even combined with collage materials. No drying time is required. The fine quality and exquisite visual properties of R&F Encaustic Paints are owed to the dedicated labor process. R&F carefully mixes pigment, pure beeswax, and damar resin. Each color is heavily pigmented and carefully milled. Because no solvents are used, many health hazards associated with other art materials are eliminated. The beeswax contained in R&F Encaustic Paints makes them impervious to moisture, and thus highly durable. Over time, your art retains all the freshness of a newly finished work. Encaustics are applied molten with a brush and then fused into the painting with a heat source. It is best to use encaustic paints on a rigid and absorbent surface. Work done with encaustics does not need to be varnished or protected by glass. A mild buffing with a soft cloth will bring the surface to a beautiful luster. Assortment Set - This introductory assortment kit contains seven colors in smaller-sized cakes, and also comes with the Encaustic Medium. Cakes measure 25 ml (0.8 oz). This introductory assortment kit contains seven colors in smaller-sized cakes, and also comes with the Encaustic Medium. Cakes measure 25 ml (0.8 oz).

The Art of Encaustic Painting

This comprehensive book tells you everything you need to know about this exciting medium. It includes in-depth information on choosing the proper tools and materials, plus how to set up your work area. It also explains how to prepare the surface of your painting and provides instructions on applying the medium to create various effects. Author — Joanne Mattera. Paperback. 144 pages. 9" × 9" (23 cm × 23 cm).

R&F Encaustic Paint Studio Startup Set

R&F Encaustic and Dick Blick have created the ultimate set for painting with hot wax. Whet your appetite with Joanne Mattera's book, The Art of Encaustic Painting . Then go to your studio and heat things up. The set includes the following materials: Encaustic Hot Palette with Palette Thermometer heat gun two palette cups eight Encaustic colors Encaustic Medium paraffin wax for cleaning up hand painted color chart of all 80 colors R&F offers The Art of Encaustic Painting by Joanne Mattera

R&F Hot Air Gun

Use this hot air gun for a wide range of projects. A durable and versatile tool, it can be used with a variety of mediums. The R&F Hot Air Gun features two fan speeds and a variable temperature setting for versatility in heating the painting surface. Because of these features, this hot air gun is particularly good for use with encaustic paints.

R&F Hot Air Gun

Use this hot air gun for a wide range of projects. A durable and versatile tool, it can be used with a variety of mediums. The R&F Hot Air Gun features two fan speeds and a variable temperature setting for versatility in heating the painting surface. Because of these features, this hot air gun is particularly good for use with encaustic paints. Additional nozzles are sold separately and offer a wider range on heat application. Circle and fan nozzles are available.

R&F Hot Air Gun

Use this hot air gun for a wide range of projects. A durable and versatile tool, it can be used with a variety of mediums. The R&F Hot Air Gun features two fan speeds and a variable temperature setting for versatility in heating the painting surface. Because of these features, this hot air gun is particularly good for use with encaustic paints. Additional nozzles are sold separately and offer a wider range on heat application. Circle and fan nozzles are available.

R&F Heated Spatula

Heated spatulas can be used to fuse and manipulate the surface of your work. You can scribe, carve, burnish, blend, or model the wax with them. The different heads were designed from sculpting, painting, and printing tools. Each shape is designed to serve multiple functions. Handle and spatula heads are sold separately. Temperature Regulator - The temperature regulator is recommended to prevent the wax from overheating and becoming dangerous.

R&F Heated Palette

The R&F Heated Palette is the perfect tool for working with encaustic paints. It provides a platform on which to keep knives and brushes warm and ready for use. It also makes a great heated surface for mixing colors. The aluminum plate measures 16" × 16" (406 mm × 406 mm). It is made with a sheet of 3/8" (9.5 mm) thick aluminum steel alloy and has been anodized to prevent discoloration of several of the light pigments. The Heated Palette comes complete with an attached brush holder, adjustable legs, and a heat source. Mixing can be done in sturdy palette cups (sold separately), or directly on the surface.

R&F Heated Palette

The R&F Heated Palette is the perfect tool for working with encaustic paints. It provides a platform on which to keep knives and brushes warm and ready for use. It also makes a great heated surface for mixing colors. The aluminum plate measures 16" × 16" (406 mm × 406 mm). It is made with a sheet of 3/8" (9.5 mm) thick aluminum steel alloy and has been anodized to prevent discoloration of several of the light pigments. The Heated Palette comes complete with an attached brush holder, adjustable legs, and a heat source. Mixing can be done in sturdy palette cups (sold separately), or directly on the surface. These cups are good for mixing and for keeping your colors separate. Made of a heavy aluminum steel alloy. Both circular and rectangular cups are available. Circle cups measure 2-3/4" (70 mm) in diameter, and rectangle cups measure 3-7/8" × 2-1/2" (98 mm × 64 mm).

R&F Heated Spatula

Heated spatulas can be used to fuse and manipulate the surface of your work. You can scribe, carve, burnish, blend, or model the wax with them. The different heads were designed from sculpting, painting, and printing tools. Each shape is designed to serve multiple functions. Handle and spatula heads are sold separately. Temperature Regulator - The temperature regulator is recommended to prevent the wax from overheating and becoming dangerous. The temperature regulator is recommended to prevent the wax from overheating and becoming dangerous.

R&F Impasto/Modeling Wax

Use R&F Impasto/Modeling Wax beneath encaustic paints to build up textures and create three dimensional shapes. Impasto/Modeling Wax is a combination of microcrystalline wax and beeswax. The melting point of the Impasto/Modeling Wax is higher than that of encaustic paints, allowing the artist to paint and fuse the encaustic paint over a shape without blunting the sculptural details. Available in two sizes, 104 ml (3.5 oz) and 333 ml (11.3 oz). Not for use on top layers, since it may discolor.

R&F Encaustic Paints

Encaustic paints have recently achieved popularity as an alternative to oil and acrylic paints. A very spontaneous and versatile medium, encaustics can be modeled, layered, sculpted, textured, and even combined with collage materials. No drying time is required. The fine quality and exquisite visual properties of R&F Encaustic Paints are owed to the dedicated labor process. R&F carefully mixes pigment, pure beeswax, and damar resin. Each color is heavily pigmented and carefully milled. Because no solvents are used, many health hazards associated with other art materials are eliminated. The beeswax contained in R&F Encaustic Paints makes them impervious to moisture, and thus highly durable. Over time, your art retains all the freshness of a newly finished work. Encaustics are applied molten with a brush and then fused into the painting with a heat source. It is best to use encaustic paints on a rigid and absorbent surface. Work done with encaustics does not need to be varnished or protected by glass. A mild buffing with a soft cloth will bring the surface to a beautiful luster. Assortment Set - This introductory assortment kit contains seven colors in smaller-sized cakes, and also comes with the Encaustic Medium. Cakes measure 25 ml (0.8 oz).

Eco-House 950 Damar Resin

A high-quality, graded natural resin that adds brilliance and luminosity to colors. Clear white crystals are used to make various traditional painting preparations, such as varnish and medium. Strain out impurities using Orange Terpene.