Distance Flowers, encaustic, by Peg Wells.
What is the difference between cold wax painting and hot wax encaustic painting, you ask?
The key difference between “cold wax” and “hot wax encaustic” is that cold wax is a medium that is used at room temperature, mixed with oil paints, and does not require heat to apply, while hot wax encaustic is a paint made from melted beeswax and pigment that needs to be heated to a molten state to be applied and fused to create layers in a painting; essentially, “cold wax” is a technique used with oil paints, while “encaustic” is a distinct painting medium that relies on heat to fuse layers of wax together.
Flowers at the Shore, cold wax, by Peg Wells.
And, a back story.
Peg Wells had her art in a gallery under the sunny skies of Arizona, where she became a hotshot at hot wax encaustic painting—literally! After the pandemic, her daughter, a doctor, suggested a move to the Pacific Northwest. While touring a senior housing development in charming Charrboneau, Peg was practically bouncing at the thought of having enough space for an art studio. But then came the shocking revelation that she uses a blow torch—cue dramatic music—as her art suddenly became a fire hazard, and poof! The studio space vanished faster than a magician’s rabbit.
Do not worry; the artist embraced the challenge, as so many creative souls do, and passionately mastered the mesmerizing art of cold wax painting. She also found space in another location to continue to paint in hot wax encaustic.
It’s an extraordinary time of year at Fairweather’s, with new, stunning original art! We are also celebrating our 19th year of telling stories of the exceptional NW artists who have selected Fairweathers to display their work.
We are dedicated to excellent storytelling through unique vignettes, visual designs, and displays. The tables are dressed for a sneak peek into the approaching cultural arts season. The Gallery is constantly evolving with new ideas. Visit now, and you can expect something new and different.
Fairweather House and Gallery
612 Broadway Street
Located in the Historic District
Downtown Seaside
Winter hours
Open Thu, Fri, and Sat, 11- 4 pm/ Sun 11-3 pm
- A premier source for stylish, chic, unique furnishings, art, and extraordinary accessories: glass, paintings, photography, wood, stone, and sculpture.
- For nineteen years, we have supported a remarkable fine art collection created by an exceptional group of regional artists, which includes traditional and transitional styles.
- We also display contemporary art like realism, impressionism, and emerging art.
Since 2006
Made by NW Hands ™
Beautiful things emphasize tranquility and timelessness; this is Fairweather.
https://fairweatherhouseandgallery.com
