Photo Encaustic Equine Workshop
As artists, we’re constantly searching for new ways to expand our creative vision and create stunning, unique pieces of art.
That’s why whenever I have the opportunity to take a photography workshop, or any creative workshop for that matter, I jump at it.
I took my first workshop back in the late 90s. I found it thrilling to be with a group of like-minded artists, immersing ourselves in photography, forgetting all of our worries for a while, and focusing only on what was in front of the camera.
As I became more established in the field of photo encaustic art, I wanted to start sharing my knowledge and teach others about this incredible medium – and running my own workshops was the perfect way to do that.
There are plenty of workshops all over the country that teach the basic (and even some intermediate) technical aspects of photo encaustic. But I wanted to create something special.
I wanted to provide a completely unique experience that gives students the chance to shoot and create stunning pieces of art.
So when I had the opportunity a few years back to visit Eatons’ Ranch in Wolf, Wyoming, I knew this location would serve as the perfect backdrop for a photo encaustic workshop.
Eatons’ Ranch is a truly magical place on this planet.
Nestled at the base of the beautiful Bighorn Mountains the landscapes are utterly breathtaking and the power and beauty of the horses is mesmerizing. From the moment I arrived, I was captivated.
In 2016 I launched the very first photo encaustic workshop of its kind there and it was a huge success.
“I had the time of my life at Eatons’ Ranch. I can’t wait to go back again this year. Thank you Clare for giving me the tools, and holding space, for me to open up emotionally and creatively.” – Elizabeth Patrenos
This photographic journey offers the perfect tandem: discovering the allure of the American West through your lens and then creating stunning works of art.
This is also one of the few opportunities to work with me in person for a studio workshop. And of course we have a blast doing it!
It’s not just about learning the techniques of working with hot beeswax, pigments, and photographs…
You’ll be up at dawn photographing 200 horses as they descend upon the barn – an experience like no other.
We’ll be out riding and photographing all throughout the day – giving you a sense of freedom you may not have felt in years.
We’ll be looking at our images, talking about our vision, and, of course, creating stunning pieces of art.
Working with beeswax you don’t always see everything in the image. In fact, it’s what you don’t see that can make the image so powerful. Combine this with the majestic beauty of a horse and you have something simply magical…
So if you’re wondering where to go next with your images, join me in Wyoming to photograph and create photo encaustic images of horses and the American West.
Places are strictly limited (and they’ll go fast, they always do!) so don’t miss out. For more details of the workshop head over here>>
Would love to hear any comments you may have.
Be well….be creative,
Oh how I wish I could attend this workshop! I am still teaching full time so the fall is very busy with getting the school year started. Totally agree with needing to carve out uninterrupted time for our art. I struggle with this all the time – my other career can consume so much of my mind and time. A few hours, while at least is something, doesn’t quite cut it when it sometimes takes at least an hour just to clear the head and feel fully immersed into creating. Would love to hear how others who have dual careers, family, and other things to juggle have been able to carve out creative time on more than an occasional basis.
Know that you are not the only one who struggles with this Diana. It’s hard to balance it ALL……I guess we just have to do what we can do. But I always feel like I’m being pulled in different directions. I’m trying to come to peace with that is how it’s going to be. Much like coming to peace with the fact that I live in MN and it gets cold in the winter:)