Introduction to Hot Wax Painting

A course by Daniel Bahena García , Artist

Artist. Cuernavaca, Mexico.
Joined June 2022

Explore the world of encaustic painting and learn to combine it with a range of other techniques like painting, transfer printing, and stencils

86% positive reviews (49)
2,107 students
Audio: Spanish, English
Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch

Explore the world of encaustic painting and learn to combine it with a range of other techniques like painting, transfer printing, and stencils

The ancient Greeks were already painting with the encaustic technique and, today, it's one of the favorites of visual artist Daniel Bahena, who uses molten wax to achieve vibrant colors and eye-catching effects. He's here to encourage you to explore your creativity with complete freedom, and compose works filled with texture.

In this online course, delve into the world of hot wax painting and learn how to use it on mixed media, such as transfer printing and stencils. Alongside Daniel, discover the infinite possibilities of this method that has been used since the 5th century BC and learn to create iconically powerful images.

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What will you learn in this online course?

16 lessons & 23 downloads

  • 86% positive reviews (49)
  • 2,107 students
  • 16 lessons (3h 10m)
  • 23 additional resources (5 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: Spanish, English
  • Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Develop a piece with iconic and mysterious elements using the encaustic painting technique.

Who is this online course for?

Anyone with creative interests and those keen to learn manual artistic techniques.

Requirements and materials

For materials, you need supplies and instruments such as beeswax, an electric grill, transparent printed images, a brush, carving tools, and oil paints.


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2,107 Students
49 Reviews
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Daniel Bahena García

Daniel Bahena received a degree in graphic design in his hometown of Cuernavaca, Morelos in Mexico. Since he was a young child, he has expressed himself through drawing and created imaginary worlds based on dreams and experiences. His work relies heavily on manual processes, which he uses to explore a range of disciplines and artistic techniques.

Throughout his career, he has participated in several group art exhibitions in different parts of the world. He has also given workshops and lectures for art institutions and academies across Mexico. He is cofounder of Enhebra Estudio, a space where has been streamlining and disseminating his knowledge, through the teaching of different workshops with applied artistic techniques, for the past ten years.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • Influences
  • U2

    Encaustic, creative possibilities

    • What is encaustic?
    • Materials and instruments
    • Selection of visual content
    • Preparation of the work area
  • U3

    Half encaustic formula

    • Encaustic medium formulation
    • Filtration, emptying and rest of the encaustic medium
    • Game, creation and composition of visual content
  • U4

    Transfer and openwork paper as mixed image

    • Image transfer on paper
    • Cutwork paper over transferred image
    • Assembly of the final image on the support
  • U5

    Execution and techniques of encaustic in the final image

    • Application of hot encaustic medium
    • Low and high relief on the encaustic medium 1
    • Low and high relief on the encaustic medium 2
    • Cauterization of the final piece
  • FP

    Final project

    • Introduction to Hot Wax Painting

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Introduction to Hot Wax Painting. Illustration, and Craft course by Daniel Bahena García

Introduction to Hot Wax Painting

A course by Daniel Bahena García
Artist. Cuernavaca, Mexico.
Joined June 2022
  • 86% positive reviews (49)
  • 2,107 students