Photo-encaustic Art: Incorporating Your Photograph Into a Wax Painting

Photographs and encaustic wax combine beautifully. Learn how you can use your own photographs with wax to create luminous artworks!

Discover the Joy of Working with Wax — Without the Fear

If you’ve ever admired the luminous layers of encaustic paintings but hesitated to try it yourself, you’re not alone. Many beginners are nervous about the heat guns, torches, fumes, and materials involved.

Artist and teacher Kathleen Warren understands that hesitation — and she’s here to help you move past it with confidence and calm.

In this gentle, beginner-friendly course, Kathleen shows you exactly how to incorporate photographs into wax to create stunning encaustic pieces safely, beautifully, and with purpose.

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✨ What You’ll Learn

Each lesson is short, clear, and full of practical demonstrations.

Getting Started

Learn how to set up your workspace, some safety considerations, and how to select a photograph.

Part 1 – Using a Matte Photo Print

Use an easily-obtained matte print of your photograph and add encaustic wax for the luminous look that is characteristic of encaustic paintings.

Part 2 – Using a Rice Paper Print

Print on a rice paper or other Japanese paper then embed the print in encaustic wax, having the wax underneath come up through the paper.

Part 3 – Using a Tissue Paper Print

Learn how to print on tissue paper for a thin, almost disappearing layer within the encaustic wax.

Part 4 – Using a Laser Print Transfer

Learn how to use a print from a laser printer to transfer onto encaustic wax.

Choosing a Technique

Explore considerations on choosing and combining these techniques to incorporate your photographs into encaustic artworks.

Learn How to Use Your Photographs with Encaustic Wax

Why You’ll Love This Course

Safe & Accessible: Learn how to use your photographs with encaustic wax — no open flames or fancy studio needed.
Clear, Gentle Instruction: Kathleen’s calm teaching style makes every step easy to follow.
Beautiful Results: Create smooth, textured, and photo-infused encaustic pieces that glow with depth and light.
Perfect for Beginners: No prior experience required — just curiosity and creativity.

Course Details

4 video lessons (10–20 minutes each, plus a few bonus videos)
Lifetime access — watch and rewatch anytime
Step-by-step demonstrations
Bonus: printable checklist for setup and safety

Limited Time Offer: Only $47

For a limited time, get Photo-encaustic Art: Incorporating Your Photograph into a Wax Painting at a special launch price. It’s the perfect first step toward mastering encaustic painting.

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About Your Instructor

Kathleen Warren is an encaustic artist known for her luminous photo-encaustic works and her gentle, thoughtful approach to teaching. She believes art should be peaceful and joyful — never rushed or intimidating.

With over a decade of experience in both traditional and photographic encaustic methods, Kathleen helps artists of all levels find confidence in this beautiful, ancient medium.

Create Beautiful Artwork

You don’t have to be intimidated by creating encaustic art. You simply need the right guidance — and a little patience.

Join Kathleen and start your encaustic journey today.