Linda Robertson Encaustic Set Blog Hop
03-carve I let the wax cool and firm up a bit then I found just the right spot for this feather stencil, also from StenciGirl and desiged by Kae Pea. I used the stylus tool to carve out the pattern, revealing colors that were already on the board underneath my last coat of wax paint. Don’t fool yourself, this takes some patience, but the results are totally worth it!
How to Prepare Substrates for Encaustic ... for photo encaustic and more
The topic of substrates and how to prepare them for encaustic art is often confusing for beginners. When choosing a substrate, make sure it is of a porous material—usually a wood panel. An encaustic gesso (different from an acrylic gesso) mediates between the substrate and the medium, providing a reflective surface.