Learn the ancient art of encaustic painting

Have you ever been curious about painting with molten beeswax?

Would you like to expand your practice or build upon the experience that you already have with encaustic?

Would you like to learn my signature image transfer techniques?

Join me in my art studio in Troutdale, OR, just 30 min from Portland. I live on 4.5 beautiful acres full of inspiration and ideas.
Whether you are a painter, photographer, sculptor, mixed media artist, or just getting into art, encaustic is a wonderful and versatile
medium to add to your practice.

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I am currently offering 1 and 2 person private workshops

Each workshop is tailored to what you would like to learn.

Topics can include:
Learning the basics of encaustic painting
Image transfer techniques
Incorporating mixed media
Encaustic and photography
Shellac burn
Setting up your encaustic studio
Working on encaustic problems or issues you are having
Encaustic medium making
Setting up your studio and creating in an eco-friendly way

• 4-hour Private Workshops - $450 - 1-person - $550 - 2-people (includes all materials*)
  Have more than 2 people? reach out about adding additional students.
  *If you would like to work on a piece 12x12 or larger, an additional materials fee will be applied.

Ready to book your workshop?
Send me an email (shannon@shannonamidon.com) with your preferred workshop
length and when you are interested in scheduling it.

FAQ:

Do you offer group workshops? At this point no I do not offer group workshops. I find it easier and more beneficial to students who are really interested in diving into encaustic to take private/small lessons.

How do I register for a private workshop? Please send me an email with your workshop length preference and date range. Once received I will contact you to set up payment, and a date and time for your workshop.

What is your cancellation policy? Cancellation 14 days before the class date = full refund minus PayPal fees, or may apply to another class. Cancellation less than 14 days before the class date = 50% refund minus PayPal fees, or may apply the full amount to another class. No show = no refund. If the workshop is canceled by the instructor, you will receive a full refund.

Where are workshops held? All workshops are held in my private art studio next to my home in Troutdale, OR, just 30 min away from the PDX airport. We live on a 4.5-acre property filled with beautiful nature.

Can I pay in installments? Yes, please contact me directly at shannon@shannonamidon.com to set up a payment plan.

Do I need to bring anything to class? All encaustic materials will be provided, but I recommend bringing a notebook to take notes, an apron, closed-toe shoes, and anything you may want to incorporate (collage materials, photos, etc)

Do I have to have any prior experience with Encaustic? No experience is necessary. I will teach you all of the basics, safety, setup, etc. It is a medium like no other and even if you have painting experience encaustic will feel different.

I already know how to use encaustic would this workshop be good for me? Absolutely, I also teach advanced techniques along with my signature image transfer methods. It’s also a great way to pick up new or different ways of doing things and other tips and tricks.

What is encaustic? Encaustic is a Greek word meaning “to heat or burn in” (enkaustikos). Heat is used throughout the process, from melting the beeswax medium to fusing the layers of wax. Encaustic medium consists of natural beeswax and damar resin (crystallized tree sap). The medium can be used alone for its transparency or used pigmented. To learn more check out my Materials and Process page.

If you have any other questions please feel free to contact me directly at shannon@shannonamidon.com