Upcoming Classes

Come to one of my classes and interactively learn how to create your own encaustic piece.

Encaustic Collage - Sold out!

February 16th, 2024
6:30pm to 9:30pm

NC State Craft Center 210 Jensen Drive Raleigh, NC 27605

Join encaustic artist Marcia Streithorst for a fun mixed media class where you will learn how to use paper and wax to make a fun mixed media collage painting. We will cover elements of a balanced composition, cover how to pick out papers that work best with wax and how to use mark making to add interest to your painting. You will paint on a wood birch panel using an encaustic medium (e.g. wax with resin) and a heat gun. In this workshop you will learn how to safely use encaustic supplies and all about the different papers and inks/stains that work well with wax. A $20 supply fee must be paid to the instructor on the day of the workshop. This workshop is suited for all skill levels.

To learn more about encaustic and Marcia’s work, please visit https://mjsworks.com/.

Cost:

  • NC State Students - $15
  • Public - $25

Register - Sold out!

Painting

Encaustic Mermaid Painting Workshop - Sold out!

March 29th, 2024 6:30pm to 9:30pm

NC State Craft Center 210 Jensen Drive Raleigh, NC 27605

Join encaustic artist Marcia Streithorst as she teaches you all about encaustic painting while walking you through the steps to craft your very own beautiful mermaid painting. You will paint on a wood birch panel using an encaustic medium (e.g. wax with resin) and a heat gun. In this workshop you will learn how to safely use encaustic supplies. You will also learn how to get a smooth or textured surface and how to embed other mixed media materials in your work. You will walk away with a small, completed painting. A materials fee of $20 is payable to the instructor on the day of the workshop. This workshop is suited for all skill levels

To learn more about encaustic and Marcia’s work, please visit https://mjsworks.com/.

Cost:

  • NC State Students - $15
  • Public - $25

Register - Sold out!

Painting