<P> Encaustic painting , also known as hot wax painting , involves using heated beeswax to which colored pigments are added . The liquid or paste is then applied to a surface -- usually prepared wood , though canvas and other materials are often used . The simplest encaustic mixture can be made from adding pigments to beeswax , but there are several other recipes that can be used -- some containing other types of waxes , damar resin , linseed oil , or other ingredients . Pure , powdered pigments can be used , though some mixtures use oil paints or other forms of pigment . </P>
<P> Encaustic painting , also known as hot wax painting , involves using heated beeswax to which colored pigments are added . The liquid or paste is then applied to a surface -- usually prepared wood , though canvas and other materials are often used . The simplest encaustic mixture can be made from adding pigments to beeswax , but there are several other recipes that can be used -- some containing other types of waxes , damar resin , linseed oil , or other ingredients . Pure , powdered pigments can be used , though some mixtures use oil paints or other forms of pigment . </P>
encaustic is a method of painting in which colored pigment is mixed with
encaustic is a method of painting in which colored pigment is mixed with
heated beeswax
heated beeswax