Your Heat Gun: Fusing Encaustic Layers and Beyond

Make encaustic art safe, simple, and deeply satisfying — one gentle step at a time.

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 chemicals 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 mini course, Kathleen shows you exactly how to use your heat gun 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.

Part 1 – Warming the Substrate

Learn when and why to warm your surface, and how to do it smoothly — without damaging your board or wasting wax.

Part 2 – The Complete Fuse

Understand how to fully fuse your wax layers for strength and beauty. Discover Kathleen’s “Three P’s” method — Purpose, Pattern, and Patience — to create an even, glasslike finish.

Part 3 – The Partial Fuse

Retain texture and depth while safely heating your work. You’ll learn exactly how to avoid melting away those lovely brushstrokes and raised textures.

Part 4 – Embedding a Photograph

Bring your images into your encaustic art! Kathleen shows how to embed a photo printed on translucent Japanese paper to create ethereal, layered effects unique to photo-encaustic art.

Learn to Use Your Heat Gun

Why You’ll Love This Course

Safe & Accessible: Learn how to use your heat gun with confidence — 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 (7–10 minutes each)
Lifetime access — watch and rewatch anytime
Step-by-step demonstrations
Bonus: printable checklist for setup and safety

Introductory Offer: Only $7

For a limited time, get Your Heat Gun: Fusing Encaustic Layers and Beyond 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.

Take the Fear Out of Heat

You don’t have to be afraid of encaustic tools. You just need the right guidance — and a little patience.

Join Kathleen and start your encaustic journey today.