* photos by Alyssa Henry Photography
Fall 2019 & Early Winter 2020
Workshop options and dates
Intro to Encaustic | One Day Workshops
New dates will be released early 2020 for Feb-May
$145 includes all supplies
Two Day Intensive (this workshop is FULL, email for waitlist)
January 25 & 26, 2020 10-3:30
$275 per person, includes all materials
*as of 11/4/19 there is ONE spot open in this workshop
Studio Time (must have taken at least one workshop from me)
New dates will be released early 2020 for Feb-May
$90 per person, bring supports and /or workshop paintings, all other supplies included
Custom Workshops
3 Students, pick your date
$145 per person, all supplies included
One on One Studio Sessions
For students who want private instruction in my studio in Encaustic painting
$50 per hour, 3 hour minimum
Intro to Encaustic | One Day Workshops
New dates will be released early 2020 for Feb-May
$145 includes all supplies
Two Day Intensive (this workshop is FULL, email for waitlist)
January 25 & 26, 2020 10-3:30
$275 per person, includes all materials
*as of 11/4/19 there is ONE spot open in this workshop
Studio Time (must have taken at least one workshop from me)
New dates will be released early 2020 for Feb-May
$90 per person, bring supports and /or workshop paintings, all other supplies included
Custom Workshops
3 Students, pick your date
$145 per person, all supplies included
One on One Studio Sessions
For students who want private instruction in my studio in Encaustic painting
$50 per hour, 3 hour minimum
My workshops are designed to give you a strong foundation in both handling encaustic paint, and fusing, as encaustic painting is a two step process. You are encouraged to use a limited number of colors and follow your creative voice while you learn to paint in encaustic. I believe in encouraging exploration as you learn to work with the materials, rather than instructing in painting a specific subject. Encaustic painting is challenging and exciting, being able to embrace the unexpected is important when learning to paint with molten wax.
About my Encaustic Workshops
One Day Intro
Overview of encaustic painting terms and materials
Encaustic studio set up and safety
Painting with molten wax, making smooth and textured surfaces and layering paint
Fusing-use of heat gun in encaustic painting
Introduction to toner image transfers
Mark making, use of oil pastels, artist wax crayons, deco foil and saral transfer paper
Class syllabus with encaustic terms, artists & material resources
Care of encaustic artwork
The workshops are both demonstration and hands-on
You will paint on 1-2 10"x10" paintings during a class day
A full in-studio workshop is 3 students, this ensures access to supplies and instructor 1:1 support
Some painting experience suggested but not required
Two Day Intensive
Two consecutive days in the studio, in addition to the content of the Intro workshop, you will master
fusing and making smooth surfaces.
Intro to layering in paint with intent to scrape and reveal
Incising and carving
Texture making, drawing on the surface, color inlay (intarsia)
Discussion of collage and encaustic
With more time in the studio, you will be able to make more layers in your work and build
depth and try more techniques. I individualize as much as possible and help you try other techniques you
are interested in.
The workshop is a combination of individual working time and instructor demonstrations.
Studio Time
This is for students who have taken at least on workshop from me.
We will review the basics, you will choose and set up your own painting palette from my student paint
selection.
There are many things in the studio you can try out, a few are: pan pastels, heated tools, fusing with an iron,
wax crayons\oil pastels, transfer (saral) papers, transfer image making, paint and color mixing.
I won't be teaching a specific curriculum, but will be there to help you explore and offer knowledge. You will
have access to books and tools that you might not have been able to try in your workshop.
You will need to bring your own supports (boards or panel), or bring works from a previous workshop
to go further on.
I'll be in touch before your studio time to tailor your day towards what you are interested in as much
as possible. Studio time will not be step by step painting instruction. I will help with technique questions and
may have artistic suggestions, but it really is time for semi-independent exploring encaustic painting.
Bring your curiosity and courage to studio sessions!
All other supplies are included-$90, 4 hour session.
This price is for up to 2 pieces, up to 12"x12" in size or 4-6 small works, 6" and under.
One Day Intro
Overview of encaustic painting terms and materials
Encaustic studio set up and safety
Painting with molten wax, making smooth and textured surfaces and layering paint
Fusing-use of heat gun in encaustic painting
Introduction to toner image transfers
Mark making, use of oil pastels, artist wax crayons, deco foil and saral transfer paper
Class syllabus with encaustic terms, artists & material resources
Care of encaustic artwork
The workshops are both demonstration and hands-on
You will paint on 1-2 10"x10" paintings during a class day
A full in-studio workshop is 3 students, this ensures access to supplies and instructor 1:1 support
Some painting experience suggested but not required
Two Day Intensive
Two consecutive days in the studio, in addition to the content of the Intro workshop, you will master
fusing and making smooth surfaces.
Intro to layering in paint with intent to scrape and reveal
Incising and carving
Texture making, drawing on the surface, color inlay (intarsia)
Discussion of collage and encaustic
With more time in the studio, you will be able to make more layers in your work and build
depth and try more techniques. I individualize as much as possible and help you try other techniques you
are interested in.
The workshop is a combination of individual working time and instructor demonstrations.
Studio Time
This is for students who have taken at least on workshop from me.
We will review the basics, you will choose and set up your own painting palette from my student paint
selection.
There are many things in the studio you can try out, a few are: pan pastels, heated tools, fusing with an iron,
wax crayons\oil pastels, transfer (saral) papers, transfer image making, paint and color mixing.
I won't be teaching a specific curriculum, but will be there to help you explore and offer knowledge. You will
have access to books and tools that you might not have been able to try in your workshop.
You will need to bring your own supports (boards or panel), or bring works from a previous workshop
to go further on.
I'll be in touch before your studio time to tailor your day towards what you are interested in as much
as possible. Studio time will not be step by step painting instruction. I will help with technique questions and
may have artistic suggestions, but it really is time for semi-independent exploring encaustic painting.
Bring your curiosity and courage to studio sessions!
All other supplies are included-$90, 4 hour session.
This price is for up to 2 pieces, up to 12"x12" in size or 4-6 small works, 6" and under.
Custom workshops
You can book a Custom Workshop for 3 people, this is available year round.
Workshops are 5.5 hours, including a lunch break, they run from 10:00-3:30, (time can be adjusted to 9:30-3:30 or 10:30-4:00 if that works better for your group)
I cover the same content as an Intro Workshop, and can also be personalized-contact me for more info.
There are a wonderful way to spend a creative, challenging day with a small group of friends or family.
These workshops are for adults and older teens. (15+).
How it works:
Find a group of 3
Contact me with possible dates.
Once we find a date that works, I put you on my calendar for a workshop.
You'll pay for one spot to hold the date, the other spots can be paid for in advance, or the day of the class.
$145 per person, 3 people to book workshop
Email for more info or to schedule.
Custom workshops
You can book a Custom Workshop for 3 people, this is available year round.
Workshops are 5.5 hours, including a lunch break, they run from 10:00-3:30, (time can be adjusted to 9:30-3:30 or 10:30-4:00 if that works better for your group)
I cover the same content as an Intro Workshop, and can also be personalized-contact me for more info.
There are a wonderful way to spend a creative, challenging day with a small group of friends or family.
These workshops are for adults and older teens. (15+).
How it works:
Find a group of 3
Contact me with possible dates.
Once we find a date that works, I put you on my calendar for a workshop.
You'll pay for one spot to hold the date, the other spots can be paid for in advance, or the day of the class.
$145 per person, 3 people to book workshop
Email for more info or to schedule.
One on one studio sessions
If you have taken a workshop with me and want some more time refreshing techniques and brushing up getting comfortable handling encaustic paint-this is the perfect option for you. We'll spend 3 or more hours in the studio, review and refine painting and fusing techniques, answer questions and get you confident to try encaustic painting on your own.
If you have a heat gun, torch or other supplies you want to try with a little help-this is a great way to get more familiar with them and compare how they work for you.
$50/hr includes supplies. (minimum 3 hour booking).
This can usually be booked on fairly short notice. Contact me to schedule.
If you have a heat gun, torch or other supplies you want to try with a little help-this is a great way to get more familiar with them and compare how they work for you.
$50/hr includes supplies. (minimum 3 hour booking).
This can usually be booked on fairly short notice. Contact me to schedule.
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Occasionally I send out discount codes for workshops too!
Occasionally I send out discount codes for workshops too!
From my students:
"I feel equipped to try this on my own. Excellent job explaining medium, technique, creative ideas and resources. So excited to go home and try this on my own! You gave enough important info and plenty of time to use the skills we learned-so encouraging!"
Kelli C, Sheridan, WY
"I love Darla's work, but she really EXCELS at teaching too. Very thorough instruction. Very good about explaining and then allowing students to explore."
Kris L, Helena, MT
"Thanks again...I learned so much! It was a great class - plenty of time to learn and play! I hope to continue learning encaustic! And I will definitely tell others about your workshops! Thank you!"
Jamie V, Bozeman, MT
"While I do not consider myself an artist, I found encouragement from Darla and discovered that Encaustic is a forgiving medium. The art is almost more about discovering what is inside rather than producing exactly what you imagined. I am curious to learn more, and grateful for Darla's experience and heart to teach!"
Shannon Maria Miller, Bozeman, MT
"Wicked fun", anonymous
"I thoroughly enjoyed my encaustic class with Darla. It was fun, challenging and interesting. Darla offered an intimate, entertaining and inviting space for me to explore my creativity. Her support and encouragement were appreciated as we learned how to create our own work of art! Highly recommended to anyone
who's looking for a fun, challenging and creative opportunity to explore this medium."
Ken S, Bozeman, MT
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