NEW!! Intro to Encaustics This beginner-level encaustic workshop will give participants a hands-on introduction to the encaustic process. The class will start with the historical background of the medium and a demonstration of basic technique followed by hands-on studio time. You have a chance to explore materials and encaustic tools in a safe comfortable work environment. Topics covered will include: health and safety; an introduction to wax; how to start; and popular techniques and applications such as image transfer. If you’re familiar with the encaustic process and desire a refresher; or you’ve taken a longer workshop and want studio work time feel free to participate knowing an instructor is available to answer your questions. This workshop is ideal for anyone curious or interested in encaustic painting. There is no experience or artistic background required. Class Level: Beginner-Novice. Course fee includes all materials and supplies. Class will be held in the Center for Fine & Performing Arts building. For photos of projects, please go tohttps://www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/continuing_ed/
Thu 6/3 6 – 9 p.m. Perrysburg $65
Tue 7/20 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Perrysburg $65
This workshop will explore techniques and best practices for using wax. Develop your creativity using brushwork, fusing, layering, mark making and mixed media. Students will be introduced to current approaches to studio setup, tools and health and safety. This class examines specific characteristics that make wax a unique material to work with including opacity, temperature, adhesion, and texture. Additional techniques in encaustic will be explored including collage, printmaking, image transfer, and combining oil and wax. After each demonstration participants have time to work hands-on with the wax and explore each technique. Artists working in any medium will find this workshop an exciting opportunity to grow their visual vocabulary with wax or participate in studio work time with the materials and equipment. Class Levels: Beginner—Intermediate. Pre-Requisite: Intro to Encaustics. Course fee includes all materials and supplies. Class will be held in the Center for Fine & Performing Arts building. For photos of projects, please go to https://www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/continuing_ed/
Thu 6/17 6 – 9 p.m. Perrysburg $65
Tue 8/3 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Perrysburg $65
NEW!! ENCAUSTIC STUDIO Get wild with wax! Now that you are familiar with the process, you’re ready to spend time exploring the medium. All equipment and materials will be available to you during this class. Students are encouraged to bring in additional natural materials to incorporate into their work. Each attendee will be provided with a specially designed encaustic substrate to create a piece to display in a group show to be featured on the Outside Wall Gallery at the Walter E. Terhune Gallery in the Center for Performing Arts at Owens Community College. Artists will enjoy unrestricted time in the studio to work with the materials and equipment with an experienced instructor to offer guidance and support. Class Levels: Intermediate to Advanced. Pre-Requisite: Intro to Encaustics & Techniques in Encaustic. Course fee includes all materials and supplies. Class will be held in the Center for Fine & Performing Arts building. For photos of projects, please go to https://www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/continuing_ed/
Thu 7/15 6 – 9 p.m. Perrysburg $65
Tue 8/17 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Perrysburg $65
