This original art piece uses vintage paper fragments, many layers of encaustic (beeswax) medium, oil pigments, metal wire, vintage hardware. Edges are painted white and feature drips from the hot beeswax medium, which adds to the tactile nature of the finished piece.
The encaustic wax encases the images, and each new layer lets the layers below show through. Many of my pieces incorporate little found artifacts like keys, bits of rusty hardware, and jewels, salvaged from attics, barns, and basements, well loved over time. Encaustic collage pieces offer a wonderful depth, texture, and tactile nature for the viewer to enjoy.
These mini 4 x 4 original pieces are appealing on their own, or select several of your favorites to create an interesting and unique art collection when placed together on your wall - see photos for an example.
I use copies of my photos (so as not to destroy the originals with the heat of the wax and fuser) and when objects like keys and hardware are included, they are authentic vintage pieces. On cradled birch board, signed, ready for hanging.
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