Last weekend I taught my first-ever Beyond the Basics workshop in Minneapolis, and I have to say—it was incredibly energizing to work with a small group of experienced encaustic artists who were truly ready to see their images in a new light. I adore teaching beginners, of course. But there are already many workshops devoted… Read More »Inside My Advanced Photo Encaustic Workshop
Last week I asked what topics you’d like to see covered in upcoming blog posts. Thank you to everyone who shared thoughtful ideas and kind words—your input truly shapes this space. One comment in particular stayed with me. It came from someone who attended a local art fair and noticed something striking: An artist selling… Read More »The Truth About Making Art That Sells
Do you have a voice? I’ve been thinking a lot lately about what it means to have a true artistic voice. The topic came up while wandering through local artist studios with a friend who has a doctorate in art history. When I asked what she thought of the work, she replied instantly: “It’s nice,… Read More »The Journey to an Authentic Artist Voice
Let’s talk safety. Whenever I teach an encaustic workshop—and I’m always surprised by how differently students interpret what it means to set up a safe work environment. When you’re new to encaustic, the safety guidelines can feel overwhelming. But safety is the very first thing every artist needs to understand. You’ve probably heard warnings about… Read More »How Safe is Your Workspace?
Caring for Your Photo Encaustic piece. A question came up recently in my alumni Facebook group about how to care for encaustic art, so I wanted to share helpful guidelines—plus a sample of the care information I give my collectors. Proper encaustic care actually begins with you, the artist. Once a piece is finished, store… Read More »How to Care for Photo Encaustic Art
Is The Artistic Image right for you? My signature program, The Artistic Image is the most comprehensive course I teach—packed with step-by-step instruction, creative blueprints, and the full process I’ve honed over a decade of working with encaustic photography. But here’s the truth… This course isn’t for everyone.And if you’re wondering, “Is this class right for… Read More »Is a Photo Encaustic Course for You?
What printer should I buy? It’s a bit like asking, “Which camera should I buy?” The answer depends entirely on how you plan to use it. Are you a hobbyist who simply wants to print a few images to explore the encaustic process?Or are you stepping into a more professional path—building a body of work,… Read More »Investing in a New Printer for Photo Encaustic
Have you ever stopped and asked yourself why you photograph what you photograph? It sounds simple, but it’s one of the most defining questions an artist can explore. What are you trying to say? What are you curious about? What are you hoping your images reveal or ask? We live in a world where more… Read More »Finding Purpose in Your Photography Practice
Something is shifting. I’ve felt it for a while now—that subtle but undeniable knowing when something that has always worked suddenly… doesn’t. It’s the feeling that tells you it’s time to leap into the unknown, even if you’d rather keep your feet planted firmly where things feel familiar. That’s exactly where I am right now.… Read More »When You Feel a Creative Shift Coming
Signing Your Work. One question that comes up in every encaustic class I teach is: How should I sign my artwork? There’s no single “right” way to sign your work—only the method that feels most authentic to you. Here are several creative, professional options artists use when finishing their encaustic pieces: Add a text overlay… Read More »Creative Ways to Sign Encaustic Art