Beginning in 1996, Wagner pioneered teaching encaustic workshops to the local community at her studio in Portland, Oregon. Since then and from the perspective of a professional artist, she has shared her unique methods and approaches with hundreds of students from around the country.
Wagner has also taught and demonstrated the medium at numerous institutions nationally and internationally including; Vermont Studio Center, Lewis and Clark College, Oregon College of Art & Craft, Portland Public Schools, Clackamas School District, Sitka Center of Art & Ecology and Red Deer College in Alberta, Canada.
Wagner offers workshops that are individualized for each participant in a nurturing atmosphere conducive to experimentation and expression. Being in the intamacy of working artist's studio makes workshops with Elise Wagner a one of a kind and memorable experience. Workshop participants are both the professional and the novice, are local to the community and from all over the country.
Take a look at the workshop schedule below and treat yourself to a unique and lasting creative experience with one of the foremost experts in the encaustic medium.
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Full Day Comprehensive
This workshop combines Beginning and Intermediate into one full
day. Learn the basics, the history of the encaustic medium and various application
methods. Then later in the day, use collage materials or anything
you bring to class you would like to experiment with. Leave with one or more finished pieces ready to hang. $185 fee includes all materials. Maximum of five participants each.
The following dates are offered for this 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM session:
Saturday July 17, 2010 (FULL)
Saturday August 7, 2010
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
*$50 deposit required to hold your space.
Click here to inquire on availability and how to sign up.
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Weekend Wax Immersion Workshop
This class includes much of what is listed above and more. Beginners are welcome to sign up this Weekend Wax Immersion that is packed with learning. It is designed as a mini-retreat for artists with an emphasis on collage and will address specific techniques such as xerox transfer, adhereing photos and mixed media.
Participants are encouraged to bring works in progress and specific project ideas, collage materials or any tools or brushes you like using.
Maximum five participants. $275 includes equipment and materials. You are encouraged to bring larger work surfaces if you want to work larger than the 12” x 12” and 8" x 8" panels provided.
July 24 & 25, 2010 (FULL)
August 21 & 22, 2010
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
*$75 deposit required to hold
your space.
Click here to inquire on availability and how to sign up.
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Encaustic Epicure
This two day comprehensive workshop was designed with the
epicurial in mind as you will learn the traditional techniques of this
ancient medium and combine it with more contemporary methods and
approaches.
The two-day workshop begins with a demonstration of the tools and
materials of encaustic followed by a slide presentation. Course
handouts and class demonstrations will give students hands on knowledge
of tool use, thinning and tinting colors, making encaustic medium,
fusing, palette preparation and application.
The class will also include samples of work and an informative talk on
the history of the medium with texts and material resources on hand for
perusal and discussion.
On the second day, with knowledge of basic tool handling and
application, students can choose their own approach to integrate
collage and mixed media. Xerox transfer using water and embossing
fabric will be demonstrated. As the class progresses, there will
be one on one critiques followed by a short critique and discussion at
the end of the day. Leave with one or more finished pieces ready to hang. Wagner Encaustics paints will be available
for purchase at a 10% off student discount.
Oregon College of Art & Craft
November 20 & 21, 2010
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Encaustic Collagraph Monotype at Elise Wagner Studio & Atelier Meridian
This particular introduction to encaustic is unique in a couple of ways; first, encaustic is applied to a plexiglas printing plate rather than the traditional birch panel; second, it merges water based non-toxic Aqua inks with encaustic’s natural resistance to moisture, making it ideal for printmaking.
On the first day, participants will be able to create their printing plates and dabble on the side with encaustic. The possibilities combining encaustic texture with printmaking are endless.
The second day, we use our prepared plates to pull monotypes from the encaustic collagraphs. There, we will learn about the difference between intaglio and relief printing and apply water based inks.
Participants are encouraged to bring any etching tools or brushes you like using.
$275 Includes all materials and two sheets of proofing paper included. Reives BFK and Arches 88 are available for purchase. You pay for what you use by the end of the workshop.
November 13 & 14, 2010
December 4 & 5, 2010
Encaustic Collagraph Monotype at Expressive Arts Studio
Amado Territory Ranch, Amado, Arizona
January 4-6, 2011
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ACCOMODATIONS
When coming from other parts of the country and Canada, participants have stayed at the Monticello Motel, which Wagner's studio is conveniently located directly behind. The Monticello Motel is on the Interstate Yellow MAX Line and walking distance from the burgeoning Mississippi District with shops, restaurants and entertainment.
The Monticello is a clean reasonably priced budget motel and has been favorably reviewed by former students. For more information and rates go to: www.monticellomotel.com.
All of the following accomodations are within a 10-15 minute drive to Wagner's studio or near the Light Rail which will take you directly to Wagner's studio within 30 minutes. The below suggested hotels range in price from moderate to luxury.
CANCELLATION & LIABILITY POLICIES
*All deposits are non-refundable but can be applied to a future class should you need to cancel.
*Deposits are non-refundable for canceling more than once.
*Three days notice required for cancellation.
*No shows are non-refundable.
*Deposit is fully refundable should instructor need to cancel class due to low enrollment.
*All workshops available for ages 16 and up.
*Upon purchasing workshop, you hold Elise Wagner, LLC and Wagner
Encaustics, Inc. free from any liability in the event of accident or
injury to yourself or your person