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Encaustic workshops and classes

learn to paint with beeswax, heat, and fire!

Teaching encaustics is so meaningful to me.  While I do teach the fundamentals of encaustic painting and a multitude of techniques, its really about discovering the magic of the beeswax and helping people connect to their creativity no matter their level of artistic ability.  


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encaustic classes and workshops

encaustic classes and workshops

encaustic classes and workshops

Original encaustic art by Kim Kool

In person classes are currently not available due to Covid 19.  Sign up to my mailing list and be notified when they are back up and running.


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private encaustic mentoring

encaustic classes and workshops

encaustic classes and workshops

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 Private encaustic mentoring is not currently available due to Covid 19.


take home 'diy' encaustic kits

take home 'diy' encaustic kits

take home 'diy' encaustic kits

Take Home DIY encaustic kit

Learn encaustics in the comfort of your own home.  Add a griddle and a heat gun, and you will have everything you need to get started, including detailed instructions.   

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learn encaustics online

take home 'diy' encaustic kits

take home 'diy' encaustic kits

Original encaustic art by Kim Kool

 Take a deep dive into encaustic painting with me through my brand new online patreon  platform.  Detailed videos clearly demonstrate what you need to know to get started and ongoing techniques, tutorials, and creative prompts will keep you fired up for months and even years to come! 

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encaustic classes and workshops

encaustic art card workshop

encaustic level II Embracing the subtleties

encaustic art card workshop

3 little encaustic art cards.   Birds, trees, and flowers in blue, orange, olive, and white.

$75

This 2.5 hour workshop is a fun way to get a taste of encaustic painting.  You  will learn how to layer and fuse the wax, gouging and mark making techniques, how to embed materials, basic photo transfers, and use of the hot stylus tool. Each participant will leave with 4-6 of their own original encaustic 'mini' pieces, mounted on 5x7 backing. We will be working on 100% recycled fibre mat board and using products that are eco-friendly.  Perfect for framing and gift giving!


Absolutely no artistic experience required 

All supplies included


BRAND NEW

ART CARDS IN A BOX!

This is one of my most popular workshops, so I decided to get creative and create an encaustic art card kit  so that you can do this workshop from the comfort of your own home.  

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introduction to encaustics

encaustic level II Embracing the subtleties

encaustic art card workshop

Original encaustic artwork.  Hand drawn ink and leaf impressions.

$150

In this 5 hour encaustic class you will learn the basic set up of an encaustic station and how to safely work with the waxes and equipment,  how to build layers through a variety of fusing techniques, how to create texture through gouging, mark making, incising, and imprinting techniques, how to embed materials between the layers, basic photo transfers, and the use of the hot stylus tool. We will then go deeper and explore adding even more colour and imagery with pan pastels, stencils, and india ink.
All supplies and equipment included.  This workshop is perfect for beginners and advanced artists alike who are looking to explore the beautiful and spontaneous process of painting with beeswax, or anyone looking to expand their creative practice.  You will make several practice pieces and 1 6x6 wooden panel

Absolutely no artistic experience required

All supplies included 

encaustic level II Embracing the subtleties

encaustic level II Embracing the subtleties

encaustic level II Embracing the subtleties

original encaustic painting.  Bright, textured abstract flowers.

$150

When we first begin to explore the art of encaustic painting, the wax flows in beautiful and often unpredictable ways.  This 5 hour class will look at the subtle ways in which the wax moves and the relationship between heat and outcome.  We will build on the techniques learned in Introduction to Encaustics and introduce new ways to create imagery, texture, and effect; such as filling lines with wax and oil, oil sticks, masking off areas, and a variety of stylus tips.  We will also get creative with eco-friendly stenciling and gold leaf.  We will spend some time mastering the encaustic iron, and take a few risks along the way. 


Introduction to Encaustics required.

Panels not included (max size of 16x20)

creative flow class

2 day intensive introduction to encaustic painting

encaustic level II Embracing the subtleties

india ink drawing on encaustic pieces

$120

When we enter into a state of 'flow', we enter a state of simultaneous deep relaxation and heightened focus and awareness.  Time becomes inconsequential and our mind makes creative connections as our sense of self-doubt evaporates.  Creating art is a wonderful way to enter into this meditative state of 'flow'.

We will begin each class with exercises designed to help us tap into our creative spirit, followed by several hours of encaustic painting in a shared, supportive and creative environment.

While the focus of this class is on process rather than technique, it is a wonderful opportunity to tap into the wealth of group experience as we help one another further develop the skills we have learned in past workshops and in our own artistic practices.  This class is designed to help us each elevate our own work while at the same time building networks and strengthening community.  

Previous encaustic experience required.

Panels not included (max size of 16x20)

"Only when he no longer knows what he is doing does the painter do good things".  Edgar Degas 

2 day intensive introduction to encaustic painting

2 day intensive introduction to encaustic painting

2 day intensive introduction to encaustic painting

original encaustic painting entitled 'water lillies'

$265

Over the course of 2 days we will cover safety and general information about encaustic painting, how to set up a home studio and source supplies.  You will learn how to mix an encaustic palette, how to layer and fuse the wax, and how to embed objects between layers.  We will make marks and create texture through a number of techniques such as incising, imprinting, and scraping back layers.  We will cover basic photo transfers, the hot stylus tool, including the brush tip, pan pastels and india ink.  We will explore a variety of stencilling techniques such as using stencils with pan pastels, stencilling with wax, and how to get creative with eco-friendly stencilling.  Oil sticks and using oil paint, including how to fill lines will also be covered.  


No experience required. 

Panels not included (max size of 16x20)

You will work on several panels over the course of this class.

4 day immersive encaustic experience

2 day intensive introduction to encaustic painting

2 day intensive introduction to encaustic painting

original encaustic art entitled 'musings'.

$530

Over the course of 4 days we will cover safety and general information about encaustic painting, hot to set up a home studio and source supplies.  You will learn how to mix an encaustic palette, how to layer and fuse the wax, and how to embed objects between layers.  We will make marks and create texture through a number of techniques such as incising, imprinting, and scraping back layers.  We will cover basic photo transfers, the hot stylus tool, pan pastels and india ink.  We will explore a variety of stencilling techniques such as using stencils with pan pastels, stencilling with wax, and how to get creative with eco-friendly stencilling.  Oil sticks, oil paint, and gold leaf will be introduced to highlight the effects of the wax.  Glazing, filling lines with oil and wax, and dry brushing techniques will also be covered.  We will also spend some time exploring how to mask off areas and how to master the iron.  

The 4 days will allow time for group instruction, individual guidance, and exercises designed to help us explore our unique creative processes, along with ample time on the griddles.  


No experience required.

Panels not included (max size of 16x20)

You  will  work on several panels over  the course of this class.

there's something for everyone

give it a whirl

bring encaustics to your space

give it a whirl

pots of encaustic wax ready to go for classes and workshops

Come and try your hand at encaustic painting at The Hive Encaustic Studio.   Instruction followed by 30 minutes of play.  No experience necessary.  Ages 5 and up. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent.  

This service will resume soon.  

$25

open studio's

bring encaustics to your space

give it a whirl

most encaustic classes and workshops take place out of the hive encaustic studio.

Open Studio's at The Hive are the perfect way to continue exploring the beauty and spontaneity  of painting with beeswax.  Open Studio's are self-guided with no instruction and are open to those who have taken an encaustic workshop with me in the past, or at The Hive with another instructor.  All supplies and equipment included.  Bring your own substrates (maximum size of 16x20). 

By Chance or appointment

$20 per hour

bring encaustics to your space

bring encaustics to your space

bring encaustics to your space

a group participating in an encaustic workshop

My Studio is fully mobile and I do travel and teach encaustic workshops throughout Ontario so please connect if you would like to offer your client base a truly unique experience.

I love teaching at breweries, galleries, studio's, and community spaces! 

 I also offer non-profit partnerships, personalized sessions,  and accessible classes for diverse learners.


I am hoping for this service to resume soon once social distancing measures are further relaxed.  

gift certificates

special rates for non-profits

bring encaustics to your space

Blocks of coloured encaustic paint positioned in front of an encaustic griddle.

Give the gift of creativity in a beautiful and historic setting.  Gift certificates can be customized and used towards original art, encaustic workshops, private sessions, or encaustic supplies at The Hive Encaustic Studio located in the national award winning Alton Mill Arts Centre.  

The Alton Mill is a vibrant arts centre featuring working artist studio's, galleries, boutiques, and a heritage museum.

encaustic mentoring

special rates for non-profits

special rates for non-profits

Encaustic Paint Brushes

Private encaustic mentoring sessions are now available by appointment.  This service is perfect for anyone from the absolute beginner to the experenced encaustic artist.  I will work with you on anything related to encaustic painting or your personal encaustic practice.  Sessions take place at The Hive Encaustic Studio .

$40/hour.  Minimum 2 hour bookin

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special rates for non-profits

special rates for non-profits

special rates for non-profits

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Non-profit and charitable organizations will get a discounted workshop rate of 50% per person.  Workshops can be run at The Hive or at an alternate space (location dependant).


Encaustic workshops make a unique team building experience.   This is not currently available due to social distancing measures.  

cancellation policy


Cancellation Policy:  If you are not feeling well or experiencing any symptoms of Covid 19, we will re-book your private group workshop or mentoring session.  The same will be true if I am not well or experiencing any symptoms of Covid 19.  Thank you for your understanding in this matter.  

encaustic pots ready to go for classes and workshops

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