Encaustic on cradled panel.
18"x24"x2"
Friday, December 4, 2015
Sunday, November 29, 2015
December 2015 Schedule
Click links below for more details and to register.
Introduction Encaustic Class
Learn to paint with wax at UnionShop Studio
Dec. 20th
Jan. 17th, 2016
2-5pm
Encaustic Open Studios
Already painting in encaustics? Join us at UnionShop Studio
Dec. 12th & 19th
2-6pm
Art in the Village Gallery @ Ballantyne Village
Available paintings by Chris Craft
Dec. 5th, 2-5pm
Dec. 18th, 6-9pm
Gallery 27
Opening in Lincolnton, NC. Showing with Tim Sheaffer
Jan. 9th, 2016
7-9pm
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Monday, November 16, 2015
November Art in the Village
This is a great opportunity to find gifts at discounted prices!
I will have ALL my encaustics marked down 20%!
GIVE CREATIVELY! :)
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
New Location gets press!
Carmel and I are very happy about this new location at UnionShop Studio.
This whole area is getting ready to blossom.
Monday, September 21, 2015
Thursday, September 17, 2015
I wish the picture would come up but you will have to actually click the link to see the new space Carmel & I have joined.
http://www.unionshopstudio.com
http://www.unionshopstudio.com
Monday, September 14, 2015
Friday, September 4, 2015
Sunday, August 30, 2015
Encaustic Workshops with Chris Craft
I'm really excited to announce the new location for these workshops! Union Shop Studio. (on days that are not workshops it is by appointment only).
What you will learn:
How to make encaustic medium
How to mix paints
Preparing your surface
Layering the wax
Fusing
Using various tools
subtractive techniques
Collage
Transfers
Accommodating mixed media
Various finishing techniques
Why encaustics?
Wax is an ancient artistic medium used originally to repair broken clay vessels and caulk boats. By adding pigments and resin into the wax a paint was created. Being non reactive to other materials, impervious to moisture/mold and instant drying, this medium is extremely versatile.
Supplies needed: (the first 3 items are the most important)
(CJAS) Cheap Joes Art Stuff
- heated palette (CJAS) or electric griddle (WalMart).
- heat gun (CJAS) or propane torch (WalMart or Lowe’s).
- R&F Starter Kit (CJAS, preferred for contents).
- cradled hardboard panel ~8 x10” (CJAS). (included in starter kit)
- a variety of cheap chip brushes. (CJAS, Lowe’s).
- Encaustic Medium (CJAS).
- oil pastels (CJAS).
- oil paint for custom colors (CJAS).
- small metal tins (CJAS) or empty tuna cans work.
- variety of encaustic paint colors (CJAS).
- carving and scribing tools. (loop tool, CJAS).
- anything for mixed media; paper, wood, metal, etc.
- cloth rags.
this list could go on but that will get you more than you will need for now.
About the Artist:
Chris Craft is a fine artist with a long commercial art history. He has painted for most of his life in a variety of styles and media. But, encaustic abstract paintings are his passion where he experiments with color and sculptural texture. Craft layers the melted wax with different techniques, including actually painting with the flame.
When:
2-4:30pm
Sunday, Sept. 20th, 2015.
Cost:
$100.
Where:
5019 Wilkinson Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28208
Contact:
ccryder.chris@gmail.com
(980)253-9171
Saturday, August 15, 2015
Lured (detail)
Encaustic on cradled panel.
30"x30"x2"
I achieved this effect by building layers of colors and then scraping back to reveal.
Sunday, August 9, 2015
August Private Instruction.
My Customer decided to bring her friend into the creative fun with her for this private class.
We had a great time exploring the potential of this incredible medium.
Thank you Caroline and Catherine.
Thursday, July 30, 2015
Encaustic Workshop with Chris Craft
This workshop is for beginners and those who have never taken a class with Chris before. It continues throughout the summer on every 3rd Sunday of the month.
Coming soon will be a workshop for those who have already taken this class or are experienced encaustic artists who would like to delve deeper into various techniques.
Coming soon will be a workshop for those who have already taken this class or are experienced encaustic artists who would like to delve deeper into various techniques.
What you will learn:
How to make encaustic medium
How to mix paints
Preparing your surface
Layering the wax
Fusing
Using various tools
subtractive techniques
Collage
Transfers
Accommodating mixed media
Various finishing techniques
Why encaustics?
Wax is an ancient artistic medium used originally to repair broken clay vessels and caulk boats. By adding pigments and resin into the wax a paint was created. Being non reactive to other materials, impervious to moisture/mold and instant drying, this medium is extremely versatile.
Supplies needed: (the first 3 items are the most important)
(CJAS) Cheap Joes Art Stuff
- heated palette (CJAS) or electric griddle (WalMart).
- heat gun (CJAS) or propane torch (WalMart or Lowe’s).
- R&F Starter Kit (CJAS, preferred for contents).
- cradled hardboard panel ~8 x10” (CJAS). (included in starter kit)
- a variety of cheap chip brushes. (CJAS, Lowe’s).
- Encaustic Medium (CJAS).
- oil pastels (CJAS).
- oil paint for custom colors (CJAS).
- small metal tins (CJAS) or empty tuna cans work.
- variety of encaustic paint colors (CJAS).
- carving and scribing tools. (loop tool, CJAS).
- anything for mixed media; paper, wood, metal, etc.
- cloth rags.
this list could go on but that will get you more than you will need for now.
About the Artist.
Chris Craft is a fine artist with a long commercial art history. He has painted for most of his life in a variety of styles and media. But, encaustic abstract paintings are his passion where he experiments with color and sculptural texture. Craft layers the melted wax with different techniques, including actually painting with the flame.
When:
3-5:30pm
Sunday, August 16th, 2015.
Where:
Art in the Dairy
7701 Tuckaseegee Rd,
Charlotte, NC 28214
(704) 287-4572
Cost:
$110.
Contact Chris:
(980)253-9171
ccryder.chris@gmail.com
Saturday, May 2, 2015
May, Private Instruction
If it's not too far I will come to your place and teach you to paint with this great medium!
Saturday, February 14, 2015
Tuesday, January 27, 2015
Monday, January 26, 2015
Encaustic Workshops
Encaustic Workshops with Chris Craft
Why encaustics?
Wax is an ancient artistic medium used originally to repair broken clay vessels and caulk boats. By adding pigments and resin into the wax a paint was created. Being non reactive to other materials, impervious to moisture & mold and instant drying, this medium is extremely versatile.
About the Artist.
Chris Craft is a fine artist with a long commercial art history. He has painted for most of his life in a variety of styles and media. But, encaustic abstract paintings are his passion where he experiments with color and sculptural texture. Craft layers the melted wax with different techniques, including actually painting with the flame.
When:
3-5:30pm
Sunday, Mar. 15th, 2015.
Where:
Art in the Dairy
7701 Tuckaseegee Rd,
Charlotte, NC 28214
(704) 287-4572
Cost:
$110. (includes Art in the Dairy membership)
Contact Chris:
(980)253-9171
ccryder.chris@gmail.com
What you will learn:
How to make encaustic medium
How to mix paints
Preparing your surface
Layering the wax
Fusing
Using various tools
subtractive techniques
Collage
Transfers
Accommodating mixed media
Various finishing techniques
Supplies needed: (the first 3 items are the most important)
(CJAS) Cheap Joes Art Stuff
- heated palette (CJAS) or electric griddle (WalMart).
- heat gun (CJAS) or propane torch (WalMart or Lowe’s).
- R&F Starter Kit (CJAS, preferred for contents).
- cradled hardboard panel ~8 x10” (CJAS). (included in starter kit)
- a variety of cheap chip brushes. (CJAS, Lowe’s).
- Encaustic Medium (CJAS).
- oil pastels (CJAS).
- oil paint for custom colors (CJAS).
- small metal tins (CJAS) or empty tuna cans work.
- variety of encaustic paint colors (CJAS).
- carving and scribing tools. (loop tool, CJAS).
- anything for mixed media; paper, wood, metal, etc.
- cloth rags.
this list could go on but that will get you more than you will need for now.
Friday, January 9, 2015
Wednesday, January 7, 2015
Tuesday, January 6, 2015
Monday, January 5, 2015
Saturday, January 3, 2015
Friday, January 2, 2015
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