Encaustic Cloth and Wax Course Curriculum

5 Chapters · 12 Lessons

  1. 1

    Introduction to Cloth & Wax Art

    1. Welcome Free preview
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      Encaustic Studio Tour

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      Cloth & Wax Material List

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    Cloth & Wax: Experimentations in Textiles and Encaustics

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      Cloth & Wax: Unfolding My First Experimentations with Textiles and Encaustics

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    Cloth + Wax: Unfolding Ideas in Wax and Thread

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      Color, Wax + Thread: Building Your Visual Language

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    Demonstrations

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      Demonstration Part One

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      Demonstration Part Two

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      Demonstration Continuation Part Two

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      Adding Thread & Cleaning Tools

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      Painting Fabrics Part 1 and Q&A

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      Painting Fabrics Part Two

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    Refections & Continuing Your Encaustic Journey

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      Continuing Your Encaustic Journey

Use Cloth & Wax to Inspire Your Artistic Practice

Hello, I'm Alaina Enslen, a contemporary encaustic artist with over 25 years of teaching experience and a passion for helping  students discover the beauty of mixed media and encaustics. Join me on this journey of exploration and innovation as we combine cloth and encaustics, using locally sourced fabrics to create unique collages. Learn how to layer cloth and wax to craft textured, mixed-media artworks that blur the line between textile and painting. Let’s dive into the captivating world of fiber and encaustic art together!

What you'll learn

Highlight #1

Learn how to seamlessly blend cloth and wax to create textured, mixed-media pieces that are rich in depth and meaning.

Highlight #2

Discover how to paint your fabrics and experiment with wax techniques to bring your personal vision to life, whether you're aiming for smooth, polished layers or more tactile, textured compositions.

Highlight #3

Explore how to use thread  to add intricate detail and narrative elements, elevating your fiber and encaustic works to tell a more personal story.

Enroll today and start making art that reflects where you are and what you are becoming.

This isn’t just another art class—it’s a journey into the tactile, the textured, and the deeply personal. Through the ancient heat of encaustic wax and the layered language of cloth, you’ll reconnect with your creative instincts, using materials that stir memory, emotion, and imagination. Whether you’re craving a fresh start or a deeper connection to your work, this class is your invitation to create with meaning, movement, and care for the earth.

$120.00

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Unleash Your Artistic Potential

Learn the Ancient Technique of Encaustic Painting to Elevate Your Artistry

Create Stunning Masterpieces

Master the Fusion of Cloth and Wax to Craft Unique and Textured Artworks

Express Yourself Through Art

Explore the Versatility of Encaustic Mediums for Endless Artistic Expression

Why enroll in Cloth & Wax: Weaving Textiles & Encaustics?

Reason #1

Limited-Time Access – This class is only available for enrollment till June  1st—don’t miss your chance to join!

Reason #2

Join the Community – Connect with fellow fiber and encaustic artists in our exclusive online group.

Reason #3

Share & Exchange – Showcase your artwork, swap fabric remnants, and grow through shared inspiration.

Ready to create, connect, and be inspired?!

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