Cold wax medium book

Do you feel the book and teaching have influenced how you work with or. More than just a technical guide, this 320page, fully illustrated book provides comprehensive information for those who are new to cold wax, as well as technical. Sally hirst compares the cold wax mediums side by side in various situations as well as completing six small paintings, each using one of the six mediums. This bundle includes both abstracts in cold wax and oil and absolutely abstracts for a reduced price if purchased separately. Ive not heard of cold wax medium as an art medium before i learned about it in this book. Help us publish this longawaited new book exploring the beauty and subtlety of cold wax medium. Artist jerry mclaughlin writes the book on cold wax as a. I purchased a 4 x 8 pressed fiber board at home depot and had them cut it into the 12 x 12 pieces. My salcera cold wax medium uses beeswax pellets, gamsol and galkyd the recipe can be downloaded here. Cold wax medium is a paste that is combined with oil paint.

If your appetite for freedom and versatility with oils and cold wax is whetted, take the next step with the most thorough and talkedabout book on the subject. Kim sobat, lisa pressman, pamela caughey, and rebecca crowell, and jerry mclaughlin who wrote thecold wax medium book are great cold wax artists to follow and learn from as well. Cold wax speeds up drying time of oil paint and increases the paints workability. The term cold in cold wax medium and cold wax painting refers to the fact that heat is not required for working with this wax medium as it dries by solvent evaporation, rather than the cooling of the wax, as in encaustic painting. We are honored to present the masters of cold wax medium and authors of the preeminent book on the subject, artists rebecca crowell and jerry mclaughlin for a month long exhibit featuring recent works. Apr 20, 2018 cold wax medium is wax that has been combined with a solvent such as turpentine or alkyd resin. I purchased the book for the hands on practical information regarding the incorporation of cold wax painting mediums with oil paint. Along the way, she demonstrates the many ways to make marks and create. People often think of cold wax with oil paint but thats only part of it. Cold wax medium includes specifics as to the choosing tools and materials, making cold wax medium, and setting up a safe and functional studio. Rebecca crowell and jerry mclaughlin feel strongly that the why of using cold wax medium is as important as the how. Rebecca crowell and jerry mclaughlin founded squeegee press to bring the joy and creativity of cold wax medium to artists through books, videos, workshops, tools, and artist mentoring. May 19, 2018 the term cold in cold wax medium and cold wax painting refers to the fact that heat is not required for working with this wax medium as it dries by solvent evaporation, rather than the cooling of the wax, as in encaustic painting.

Cold wax medium is the only book i recommend purchasing if you want to learn this medium. Step by step art techniques to create cold wax paintings from. Our cold wax video workshop is now available for immediate download and viewing. The term cold in cold wax medium and cold wax painting refers to the fact that heat is not required for working with this wax medium as it dries by solvent evaporation gamsol, rather than the cooling of the wax, as in encaustic painting. We founded squeegee press and sp create cold wax tools to bring the joy and creativity of cold wax medium to artists around the world. For artists using cold wax medium and oils, open to all, but especially for participants in rebecca. Cold wax medium is made with beeswax, resin, and mineral spirits. It does not provide projects, but does encourage the reader to explore the medium using different techniques. But crowell and mclaughlin, both artists with extensive involvement with cold wax as a medium, noticed increased interest in it recently. Cold wax gives the oil paint a creamy texture that can be spread on a painting like butter. Rebecca crowell is an american abstract artist known for rich, complex surfaces created with cold wax medium and oil paint. Sally hirst compares cold wax mediums jacksons art blog.

If you are looking for great quality waxes for your salon, beauty image has the options you need. This 320page, fully illustrated book provides comprehensive information for those who are new to cold wax, as well as technical expertise and inspiration to those already using the medium. This short video shows you the breadth of work, techniques, images, and content in our cold wax book. Open to its midpoint and spread out on the table, rebecca crowell and jerry mclaughlins newly released bookcold wax medium. Her paintings are exhibited in the usa, ireland, and the uk. The manipulation of cold wax as an artistic tool is hardly new. I found that i could take old work and apply layers of cold wax to make the work more exciting and rich.

Jul 06, 2016 the title of the book is cold wax medium. A debut book demonstrates the artistic use of cold wax. Rebecca crowell and jerry mclaughlin are the authors of the comprehensive, awardwinning book, cold wax medium. It has a short characteristic and gives a clean break off of the brush or knife, retaining the sharp peaks of impasto.

The book is currently at the printer and will be available soon. This example shows applying the cold wax mixture over digital images and the triangle stamped areas. This feeling has led me on a journey of experimenting with cold wax medium. The book includes a wide range of information, including illustrated instruction on technique, process and materials. More than just a technical guide, this 320page, fully illustrated book provides comprehensive information for those who are new to cold wax, as well as technical expertise and inspiration to. Randall graham, blue umbrella, oil and cold wax medium on board, 6 x 6 in. Dec 14, 2016 in the studio with rebecca crowell rebecca crowell. Rebecca crowell and her coauthor, artist jerry mclaughlin have produced this comprehensive book about the use of cold wax medium, now in its third printing. For artists using cold wax medium and oils, open to all, but especially for participants in rebecca crowells oil and wax workshops. Cold wax medium is a dense paste, it is excellent in creating a variety of textures within a painting. Rebecca crowell writes in her introduction, a reader may use this book in. More than just a technical guide, this 320page, fully illustrated book provides comprehensive. Warming up over cold wax art see what this medium can do. Artist jerry mclaughlin writes the book on cold wax as a medium.

Rebecca crowell writes in her introduction, a reader may use this book in whatever way is most usefulas a reference, a visual treat, or as a stepbystep instruction. Her work is in the permanent collection of several museums and public buildings nationally and internationally and her work appears in the newly published book by rebecca crowell and jerry mclaughlin, cold wax medium. Gamblins cold wax medium is a soft paste formulated to make oil colors thicker and more matte. Because there is no heating involved, it is an inexpensive, versatile and portable alternative. More than just a technical guide, this 320page, fully illustrated book provides comprehensive information for those who are new to cold wax, as well as. She is recognized for innovative techniques, and is coauthor of cold wax medium. The combination of cold wax and authentic encaustic opens a whole new horizon of possibilities.

Using cold wax medium for sizing panels requires some time to dry but you get rid of the tedious pinholes and bubbles that appear sizing wooden panels with encaustic medium. It is a semisolid paste and requires no heat to apply or fuse layers. Rebecca crowell and jerry mclaughlin founded squeegee press to bring the joy and creativity of cold wax medium to artists through books, videos, workshops. The pictures are inspiring and the techniques are detailed. Now in its 2nd printing and winner of two international book awards, cold wax medium. This workshop is for artists who already have a foundation in painting, who understand composition and color and who want to learn a new medium. Many of the artists whose work appears in the book speak about collaboration, process, and experimentation. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive.

As the solvent evaporates, the soft wax hardens to the density of a beeswax candle. It does not require heating and thus produces no odors or toxic fumes. At 320 pages, its a bigger book than its authors originally envisioned, but thats what happens when the right people tackle a previously unexplored topic. Its also totally different than anything youve ever. The was much information pertaining to the actual manipulation of the medium, useful tools, additives and substrate materials depending upon ones personal interests and creative approach. I took a 12 x 12 board and applied collage to the surface. Step by step art techniques to create cold wax paintings. My gift to you 2 printable posters in pdf file format print them and hang in your office, on your fridge, or anywhere you like fill in the form below and watch your inbox. Share ideas, tips, and new work with others using oil and cold wax medium. Now in its 2nd print and the winner of two international book awards, cold wax book medium.

It also provides comprehensive information for those new to cold wax mixed with oil paints, as well as technical expertise and inspiration to those with experience with the medium. Cold wax book now in its 2nd printing and winner of two international book awards, cold wax medium. I then used inexpensive white primer to paint the boards before starting the cold. Whether you need hot wax or cold wax, beauty image has a variety of products to choose from. The book also highlights different artists using cold wax. Cold wax medium is wax that has been combined with a solvent such as turpentine or alkyd resin. Exploring cold wax medium truro center for the arts at. Here you will find our exclusive custommade tools and our awardwinning, comprehensive book. Between the two courses, students will learn a robust array of techniques ranging from acrylic paint and various mediums to working with cold wax medium with oil paints. Rebecca has been a professional artist for thirty years and is widely known for her innovative painting techniques involving cold wax medium and oils. But crowell and mclaughlin, both artists with extensive involvement with cold wax as a medium, noticed.

Martha rea baker is pleased to be included in this groundbreaking book on the subject of cold wax medium cowritten by rebecca crowell and jerry mclaughlin. It can also be used as a final varnish over a dry painting. Part compendium and part cookbook, its a book that couldnt have been made without the social reach of the inter. In the studio with rebecca crowell rebecca crowell. More than just a technical guide, this 320page, fully illustrated book provides comprehensive information for those who are new to cold wax, as well as technical expertise and inspiration to those already using the medium. So far this is the best book i have found on cold wax.

A fine artist, instructor and author, jerrys new book, cold wax medium. What makes cold wax medium such a friendly and valuable book is, in fact, the many varied and vital crowdsourced images, recipes and techniques that it brings together. Jan 04, 2018 cold wax medium includes specifics as to the choosing tools and materials, making cold wax medium, and setting up a safe and functional studio. Help us publish this longawaited new book exploring the beauty and subtlety of cold wax medium check out cold wax medium. Squeegee press sp create cold wax tools books videos. Part compendium and part cookbook, its a book that couldnt have. Cold wax techniques in mixed media sharyn binam 2015 cold wax is a substitute for encaustic wax. Looking forward to learning more on using cold wax with photography and wishing i could come up for the may workshops. Cold wax is not encaustic medium or process all things. You can add other mediums to the cold wax if you intend to have more of a gloss. As the gamsol evaporates out of the medium, the soft wax hardens to the density of a beeswax candle.

Along the way, she demonstrates the many ways to make marks and create layers when painting with cold wax medium. Now in its 2nd print and the winner of two international book awards, cold wax medium. The authors include their own thoughts about these topics, and more. It also provides comprehensive information for those new to cold wax mixed with oil paints, as. Rebecca crowell and her coauthor, artist jerry mclaughlin have produced this comprehensive book. May 26, 2017 this short video shows you the breadth of work, techniques, images, and content in our cold wax book.