Encaustic painting, also known as hot wax art, is a historical style of painting, using the combination of hot wax and pigment to create a vibrant liquid. At Art to Art, we stock a variety of encaustic art supplies for your creative needs, from wax and pigment to damar crystals and more! Choose from trusted brands, including Art Spectrum, Jacquard, Langridge and more, Shop encaustic art supplies in Australia online and get free shipping when you spend over $100.
Test your creativity and make some unique art with our range of encaustic art supplies at Art to Art. If you’re looking to create different textures, simply add some art resin or oil to your liquid pigment. For the best results, pair with a soft bristle paint brush for even strokes and coverage. You can also create spectacular mixed media effects when paired with pastels, oil paint and acrylic paint.
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What supplies do I need for encaustic painting?
If you’re a beginner looking to create your own encaustic painting set up, we recommend using the following art supplies:
Wax
Pigment
Paint brushes
Metal bowls
Heat gun
Porous surface
What is the best surface for encaustic art?
Encaustic art works best on sturdy and porous surfaces such as wooden painting boards and panels. Canvas is not recommended as the paint can peel and crack overtime.
How do you seal an encaustic painting?
If you want to increase the lifetime of your art, we highly recommend using a varnish to protect against ultraviolet light rays, yellowing and dust.