Introduction to Encaustic Painting for ages 16+ Instructor: Maria Latour May 30 Day: Saturday Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM 1-day workshop: (M) $74; (NM) $81 Materials included Dive into sewing with our workshop led by a seasoned fashion designer. From machine basics and threading to troubleshooting, master the essentials. Learn to sew with precision, unravel the secrets of seams and hemming tips, understand fabric and grain, and elevate your skills. Students will explore the versatile art of painting with molten, pigmented wax. Various encaustic techniques will be covered including layering, fusing, incising, image transfers and embellishments. We will take a mixed media approach by combining the wax with handmade paper, fabric, metal leaf, and pastels. This class is intended for beginners, safety and material resources will be covered so students can set up their own encaustic studio at home.