Hello and Happy Wednesday!
This week some super fun ways to enhance your cyanotype prints ! 

Supplies I used this week:
Each week I list the supplies I used in the video here on the blog for you so that you can see and easily find the items used for that week's  technique . 
If you purchase items from the links provided it sometimes generates a few cents in commission  which goes right back in to creating videos for you on the youtube channel. It  does not raise the cost for you in any way, and is the same link you would find on a regular amazon prime search . Thank you so much!  Also , although the photos here can help you easily find the product . I also recommend that you look at your local art /hobby store to make sure you are getting the lowest price. Sometimes with weekly 40% off coupons basic items can be found at a better price. 
If you are receiving this blog post via email click on the live link to the post so that you can view the supply links . ​​

I created the community over on Patreon in April of last year in order to bring small workshop content, and bonus content for artists each and every week at a very low price compared to a full workshop. There are a variety of levels to choose from and you can move up and down on those levels within the community. I loved the fact that ALL content from the beginning of the channel would be available to subscribers. This means that currently there are over 50 Wax on Wednesdays with step by step process commentary + a bonus photo encaustic series on the channel to watch for just 4.99. It is also largely due to the Patron subscribers on channel  that I am able to continue to be able to bring you  Wax on Wednesdays each week and I am very grateful for that community . I am also there to quickly answer questions that you may have about each week's project. There are other levels to choose from that receive even more creating content each month. You can check out the details for the Patreon channel HERE and I would love to have you join me over on the channel. 
Hope you enjoy this week's photo encaustic painting project !
xo and happy creating :)
​Shari

This is it!
Come join us for the Spring session of "Cyanotypes the Magic of Alternative Photography" online Workshop! If you did not get in on the first go around of this fun and exciting workshop you can register now for the Spring session beginning on May 24th.
There is an early bird registration sale price for this month only! Spaces are limited for this popular workshop .  Click the photo above to see all of the details for the this fun camera less photography workshop printing with natural botanicals. 
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Hope you enjoy this week's photo encaustic painting project !
xo and happy creating :)
​Shari

Hello, and happy Earth Day ! 
I have been finally able to photograph and print cyanotypes outdoors the last few weeks AND use my own blooms and foliage from the garden. It is an exciting feeling to see everything renewed again. Even though we did get 3 inches of snow yesterday, I know Spring will return very quickly now. 

I have been busily creating these sample paper pack  kits for Earth Day weekend to go along as a bonus for  the Spring session of "Cyanotypes the Magic of Alternative Photography " online workshop which begins on May 24 ! There is also a 25%off sale through May 8 only. To celebrate Earth Day, you can get both the paper kit , and the 25% off of the workshop until the kits are sold out. The kits are available with free shipping to you within the US . 

And guess what ? Each kit contains an original signed cyanotype print! Plus  (4) 4x6" sheets of hot press student grade paper perfect for experimenting with new techniques, (4) 4x6" sheets of Fabriano Artistico hot press , my favorite watercolor paper for cyanotypes, (1) 4x5" sheet each of my favorite fine art photo papers made specifically for alternative photography printing. These include papers like Hahnemuhle Platinum Rag, Bergger Cot 320, Bergger Cot 160, and Reeves Platinum . 

The kits are available now through this weekend only until they are sold out. When these are all gone I will post it on the workshop listing . You can catch all of the details for joining me for this super fun workshop HERE

If you have any questions feel free to email me any time :)
Happy Earth Day and Happy creating !
xo
​Shari 

Happy Wax on Wednesdays ! 
This week adding some pops of gold  with both faux gold leaf and gold R and F paint stick. The faux  gold leaf originally came from the craft store (Michaels I think) . Both golds were a little brassy for what I was going for in this collage. The wet on wet layer in this case helped to tone down the brassiness of the gold . 

Supplies I used this week:
Each week I list the supplies I used in the video here on the blog for you so that you can see and easily find the items used for that week's  technique . 
If you purchase items from the links provided it sometimes generates a few cents in commission  which goes right back in to creating videos for you on the youtube channel. It  does not raise the cost for you in any way, and is the same link you would find on a regular amazon prime search . Thank you so much!  Also , although the photos here can help you easily find the product . I also recommend that you look at your local art /hobby store to make sure you are getting the lowest price. Sometimes with weekly 40% off coupons basic items can be found at a better price. 
If you are receiving this blog post via email click on the live link to the post so that you can view the supply links . ​​

​This is it!
Come join  us for the Spring session of "Cyanotypes the Magic of Alternative Photography" online Workshop! If you did not get in on the first go around of this fun and exciting workshop you can register now for the Spring session beginning on May 24th.
There is an early bird registration sale price for this month only! Spaces are limited for this popular workshop .  Click the photo above to see all of the details for the this fun camera less photography workshop printing with natural botanicals. 

I created the community over on Patreon in April of last year in order to bring small workshop content, and bonus content for artists each and every week at a very low price compared to a full workshop. There are a variety of levels to choose from and you can move up and down on those levels within the community. I loved the fact that ALL content from the beginning of the channel would be available to subscribers. This means that currently there are over 50 Wax on Wednesdays with step by step process commentary + a bonus photo encaustic series on the channel to watch for just 4.99. It is also largely due to the Patron subscribers on channel  that I am able to continue to be able to bring you  Wax on Wednesdays each week and I am very grateful for that community . I am also there to quickly answer questions that you may have about each week's project. There are other levels to choose from that receive even more creating content each month. You can check out the details for the Patreon channel HERE and I would love to have you join me over on the channel. 
Hope you enjoy this week's photo encaustic painting project !
xo and happy creating :)
​Shari
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Hello and Happy Wednesday!
I feel like I have a new groove with all of the Spring in the air ! This Spring I am going beyond my usual flower beds and creating a large cutting garden. Dear Hubby may, or may not be aware of just how large I am envisioning this plan;) My huge love of floral photography is driving all my desires for this, and I have convinced my self that I will save money in the end growing my own ? That's what I keep telling myself as my garden plans expand anyway . I love visiting local flower farms though, and there are quite a few in our area.  It was especially a joy last summer when some of them were able to open to the public as it is an outdoor experience . That, and the beautiful parks ended up being some of the few places one could go. No complaints there though as both are a beautiful experience. What's in your garden this  Spring?

This week adding Cold Wax Medium and some collage to a cyanotype print ! 
Supplies I used this week:
Each week I list the supplies I used in the video here on the blog for you so that you can see and easily find the items used for that week's  technique . 
If you purchase items from the links provided it sometimes generates a few cents in commission  which goes right back in to creating videos for you on the youtube channel. It  does not raise the cost for you in any way, and is the same link you would find on a regular amazon prime search . Thank you so much!  Also , although the photos here can help you easily find the product . I also recommend that you look at your local art /hobby store to make sure you are getting the lowest price. Sometimes with weekly 40% off coupons basic items can be found at a better price. 
If you are receiving this blog post via email click on the live link to the post so that you can view the supply links . ​​
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​This is it!
Join us for the Spring session of "Cyanotypes the Magic of Alternative Photography" online Workshop! If you did not get in on the first go around of this fun and exciting workshop you can register now for the Spring session beginning on May 24th.
There is an Early Bird Registration Sale  going on this month ! This is a popular workshop and spots are limited. Click the photo above to see all of the details for the this fun camera less photography workshop printing with natural botanicals. 

I created the community over on Patreon in April of last year in order to bring small workshop content, and bonus content for artists each and every week at a very low price compared to a full workshop. There are a variety of levels to choose from and you can move up and down on those levels within the community. I loved the fact that ALL content from the beginning of the channel would be available to subscribers. This means that currently there are over 50 Wax on Wednesdays with step by step process commentary + a bonus photo encaustic series on the channel to watch for just 4.99. It is also largely due to the Patron subscribers on channel  that I am able to continue to be able to bring you  Wax on Wednesdays each week and I am very grateful for that community . I am also there to quickly answer questions that you may have about each week's project. There are other levels to choose from that receive even more creating content each month. You can check out the details for the Patreon channel HERE and I would love to have you join me over on the channel. 
Hope you enjoy this week's photo encaustic painting project !
xo and happy creating :)
​Shari

Hello and Happy Spring ! There are signs of the earth's renewal everywhere. Some are subtle and quiet and others bursting through with color and life. The weather here still tends to be touch and go. The sun will tease with a 60 degree day and then hide away bringing snow flurries today. It is a perfect day to get a start on all of the Spring blooms I have been photographing over the last week !

Supplies I used this week:
Each week I list the supplies I used in the video here on the blog for you so that you can see and easily find the items used for that week's  technique . 
If you purchase items from the links provided it sometimes generates a few cents in commission  which goes right back in to creating videos for you on the youtube channel. It  does not raise the cost for you in any way, and is the same link you would find on a regular amazon prime search . Thank you so much!  Also , although the photos here can help you easily find the product . I also recommend that you look at your local art /hobby store to make sure you are getting the lowest price. Sometimes with weekly 40% off coupons basic items can be found at a better price. 
If you are receiving this blog post via email click on the live link to the post so that you can view the supply links . ​​
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​Join us in the Spring session of "Cyanotypes the Magic of Alternative Photography Workshop! If you did not get in on the first go around of this fun and exciting workshop you can register now for the Spring session beginning on May 24th.
There is an Early Bird Registration Sale  going on this month ! This is a popular workshop and spots are limited. Click the photo above to see all of the details for the this fun camera less photography workshop printing with natural botanicals. 

I created the community over on Patreon in April of last year in order to bring small workshop content, and bonus content for artists each and every week at a very low price compared to a full workshop. There are a variety of levels to choose from and you can move up and down on those levels within the community. I loved the fact that ALL content from the beginning of the channel would be available to subscribers. This means that currently there are over 50 Wax on Wednesdays with step by step process commentary + a bonus photo encaustic series on the channel to watch for just 4.99. It is also largely due to the Patron subscribers on channel  that I am able to continue to be able to bring you  Wax on Wednesdays each week and I am very grateful for that community . I am also there to quickly answer questions that you may have about each week's project. There are other levels to choose from that receive even more creating content each month. You can check out the details for the Patreon channel HERE and I would love to have you join me over on the channel. 
Hope you enjoy this week's photo encaustic painting project !
xo and happy creating :)
​Shari

Happy Wax on Wednesdays! This week adding those final layers to the abstract landscape studies on oil paper. 

Supplies I used this week:
Each week I list the supplies I used in the video here on the blog for you so that you can see and easily find the items used for that week's  technique . 
If you purchase items from the links provided it sometimes generates a few cents in commission  which goes right back in to creating videos for you on the youtube channel. It  does not raise the cost for you in any way, and is the same link you would find on a regular amazon prime search . Thank you so much!  Also , although the photos here can help you easily find the product . I also recommend that you look at your local art /hobby store to make sure you are getting the lowest price. Sometimes with weekly 40% off coupons basic items can be found at a better price. 
If you are receiving this blog post via email click on the live link to the post so that you can view the supply links . ​​
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​Want to dive in to an exciting cold wax painting journey ? "Cold Wax Journal Journey" is a full forever access online workshop with tons of projects to get you started on an exciting journey in cold wax painting. There are lots of fun projects approaching several styles and lots of building techniques for cold wax painting. 

If you have taken workshops from me in the past you will know that I LOVE to create handmade journals to house works created on paper ! In this workshop we will create a beautiful cold wax journal to house all of the techniques and projects we have worked on in the course .
Click HERE to see all of the details for this journey into cold wax painting . 

 I created the community over on Patreon in April of last year in order to bring small workshop content, and bonus content for artists each and every week at a very low price compared to a full workshop. There are a variety of levels to choose from and you can move up and down on those levels within the community. I loved the fact that ALL content from the beginning of the channel would be available to subscribers. This means that currently there are over 50 Wax on Wednesdays with step by step process commentary + a bonus photo encaustic series on the channel to watch for just 4.99. It is also largely due to the Patron subscribers on channel  that I am able to continue to be able to bring you  Wax on Wednesdays each week and I am very grateful for that community . I am also there to quickly answer questions that you may have about each week's project. There are other levels to choose from that receive even more creating content each month. You can check out the details for the Patreon channel HERE and I would love to have you join me over on the channel. 
Hope you enjoy this week's cold wax painting project !
xo and happy creating :)
​Shari ​

Hello and Happy Wax on Wednesdays !
This week continuing the layers with cold wax on Arches Oil Paper. These middle layers are often what I call the "Character Layers", because although much of it may get covered up in the end, some of the exciting texture and interesting marks made in the cold wax medium will remain . Building on these beautiful textures and marks in the wax is part of the wonderful draw to this wonderful  medium. 
     When I work abstractly during these middle layers I am still searching for where they may take me . Exploring color , mark , line, and creating fun texture so that I don't become too detailed at this stage of the painting. Next week we will hone in and finish up these little paintings with the final layers. 

Want to dive in to an exciting cold wax painting journey ? "Cold Wax Journal Journey" is a full forever access online workshop with tons of projects to get you started on an exciting journey in cold wax painting. There are lots of fun projects approaching several styles and lots of building techniques for cold wax painting. 

If you have taken workshops from me in the past you will know that I LOVE to create handmade journals to house works created on paper ! In this workshop we will create a beautiful cold wax journal to house all of the techniques and projects we have worked on in the course .
Click HERE to see all of the details for this journey into cold wax painting . 

Supplies I used this week:
Each week I list the supplies I used in the video here on the blog for you so that you can see and easily find the items used for that week's  technique . 
If you purchase items from the links provided it sometimes generates a few cents in commission  which goes right back in to creating videos for you on the youtube channel. It  does not raise the cost for you in any way, and is the same link you would find on a regular amazon prime search . Thank you so much!  Also , although the photos here can help you easily find the product . I also recommend that you look at your local art /hobby store to make sure you are getting the lowest price. Sometimes with weekly 40% off coupons basic items can be found at a better price. 
If you are receiving this blog post via email click on the live link to the post so that you can view the supply links . ​​

I created the community over on Patreon in April of last year in order to bring small workshop content, and bonus content for artists each and every week at a very low price compared to a full workshop. There are a variety of levels to choose from and you can move up and down on those levels within the community. I loved the fact that ALL content from the beginning of the channel would be available to subscribers. This means that currently there are over 50 Wax on Wednesdays with step by step process commentary + a bonus photo encaustic series on the channel to watch for just 4.99. It is also largely due to the Patron subscribers on channel  that I am able to continue to be able to bring you  Wax on Wednesdays each week and I am very grateful for that community . I am also there to quickly answer questions that you may have about each week's project. There are other levels to choose from that receive even more creating content each month. You can check out the details for the Patreon channel HERE and I would love to have you join me over on the channel. 
Hope you enjoy this week's cold wax painting project !
xo and happy creating :)
​Shari 

Hello and happy Wax on Wednesdays!
It is fun to change it up once in a while so this week mixing up my favorite color palette for cold wax painting and beginning a first layer on Arches Oil paper. 

One of the exciting things about cold wax is that so many things can be mixed right in to create color! A lot of the pigments like oil paint sticks that we already have on hand for encaustic painting can be used to create a cold wax paint. 

Want to dive in to an exciting cold wax painting journey ? "Cold Wax Journal Journey" is a full forever access online workshop with tons of projects to get you started on an exciting journey in cold wax painting. There are lots of fun projects approaching several styles and lots of building techniques for cold wax painting. 

If you have taken workshops from me in the past you will know that I LOVE to create handmade journals to house works created on paper ! In this workshop we will create a beautiful cold wax journal to house all of the techniques and projects we have worked on in the course .

Supplies I used this week:
Each week I list the supplies I used in the video here on the blog for you so that you can see and easily find the items used for that week's  technique . 
If you purchase items from the links provided it sometimes generates a few cents in commission  which goes right back in to creating videos for you on the youtube channel. It  does not raise the cost for you in any way, and is the same link you would find on a regular amazon prime search . Thank you so much!  Also , although the photos here can help you easily find the product . I also recommend that you look at your local art /hobby store to make sure you are getting the lowest price. Sometimes with weekly 40% off coupons basic items can be found at a better price. 
If you are receiving this blog post via email click on the live link to the post so that you can view the supply links . ​​

I created the community over on Patreon in April of last year in order to bring small workshop content, and bonus content for artists each and every week at a very low price compared to a full workshop. There are a variety of levels to choose from and you can move up and down on those levels within the community. I loved the fact that ALL content from the beginning of the channel would be available to subscribers. This means that currently there are over 50 Wax on Wednesdays with step by step process commentary + a bonus photo encaustic series on the channel to watch for just 4.99. It is also largely due to the Patron subscribers on channel  that I am able to continue to be able to bring you  Wax on Wednesdays each week and I am very grateful for that community . I am also there to quickly answer questions that you may have about each week's project. There are other levels to choose from that receive even more creating content each month. You can check out the details for the Patreon channel HERE and I would love to have you join me over on the channel. 
Hope you enjoy this week's cold wax painting project !
xo and happy creating :)
​Shari 

Happy Wax on Wednesday!
​The sun peaked out this week and I seized a long awaited opportunity to print outdoors. I love printing with natural botanicals but was wanting to get a few of my photographs printed as well . I have an idea for this particular print in and working it in with some of my botanical cyanotypes. 

I also can't wait for Spring to bring some new printing materials ! It hasn't happened yet, but the snow has melted, and I am  optimistic that I can finally feel Spring very slowly making it' way. 

Supplies I used this week:
Each week I list the supplies I used in the video here on the blog for you so that you can see and easily find the items used for that week's  technique . 
If you purchase items from the links provided it sometimes generates a few cents in commission  which goes right back in to creating videos for you on the youtube channel. It  does not raise the cost for you in any way, and is the same link you would find on a regular amazon prime search . Thank you so much!  Also , although the photos here can help you easily find the product . I also recommend that you look at your local art /hobby store to make sure you are getting the lowest price. Sometimes with weekly 40% off coupons basic items can be found at a better price. 
If you are receiving this blog post via email click on the live link to the post so that you can view the supply links . ​​

Having fun on Wax on Wednesdays ? Join me over on the Patreon channel for step by step process commentary every week for Wax on Wednesdays, bonus footage ,Monday warmups, monthly projects, and exclusive content  . There are several subscription levels to choose from and it's like receiving mini workshops every single week for a cup of coffee !

Join us in the Spring session of "Cyanotypes the Magic of Alternative Photography Workshop! If you did not get in on the first go around of this fun and exciting workshop you can register now for the Spring session beginning on May 24th.
There is an Early Bird Registration Sale  going on this month ! This is a popular workshop and spots are limited. Click the photo above to see all of the details for the this fun camera less photography workshop printing with natural botanicals. 

Thank you so much for joining me each week for Wax on Wednesdays!
Happy Creating :)
xo
Shari 

I have always loved packing up little art supplies, and creating little creativity kits, to take with me on road trips. Usually you have to think small, compact , and if flying a good choice are things that are dry and won’t get all over if things get bumped around. If its a car trip there is quite a bit more leeway. This week I went down to visit my daughter at school and packed a few things to create with while she was in classes. I brought my latest 2 cyanotypes and some cold wax so that I could apply a finish to them. And also a travel kit for cyanotypes in case I found a good spot to create some more. 
I decided that I wanted to add a pop of color to one of the prints and was lucky to find an art store near by the hotel. Oil sticks are not something I would normally pack in my suitcase although I have been tempted :)

This week’s Wax on Wednesday was done from the hotel room . It ‘s so fun to adapt to creating with just limited supplies and I feel like sometimes that thinking outside the box excitement  gets creativity flowing and rejuvenates inspiration for when you return home to your creative space again !

Having fun on Wax on Wednesdays on YouTube ? Last April with uncertain times, I launched the Patreon channel with the intention of bringing artists mini workshops every week in the form of longer Wax on Wednesdays videos with step by step commentary , Monday Warmup videos , and monthly projects. There are 4 tiers on the channel to choose from and you can move up and down in tiers easily, see all past content for your chosen tier through the beginning of the channel last April, and subscribe and unsubscribe at any time. It is a way of getting a lot of content without the  larger  investment of a full workshop price. You can check out the channel any time at https://www.patreon.com/sharireplogle

Have a wonderful weekend and happy creating !
xo
​Shari