Introduction to Cold Wax & Oil

Explore the rich surfaces, subtle depth, and creative possibilities of cold wax and oil painting in this two-day small group intensive at Porter Mill Studios.

Cold wax medium offers artists a unique way to build layers, create texture, reveal underlying colors, and develop beautifully soft, velvety surfaces. Unlike encaustic painting, cold wax does not require heat, making the process especially flexible and spontaneous.

Through demonstrations and hands-on experimentation, you’ll learn how cold wax interacts with oil paint and how a variety of tools can be used to apply, remove, scrape, roll, and manipulate the surface.

What You’ll Explore
The unique properties of cold wax and oil
Mixing and applying cold wax medium
Creating velvety, layered surfaces
Working with brayers and scrapers
Using pigment sticks and other mark-making tools
Building opacity and transparency
Creating texture and visual depth
Adding, removing, and revealing layers

The workshop combines guided instruction with individual working time, giving you the opportunity to experiment with the techniques and begin developing your own visual language.

The small-group setting provides plenty of opportunity for questions, demonstrations, and individual guidance.

Most supplies are included. A supply list will be provided upon registration.

Two-Day Intensive • Small Group • All Experience Levels Welcome