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Ruth Maude | Artist

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From my Sense of Place series A Time to Dance

#encaustic #allthingsencaustic #encausticpainting #abstractlandscape #torontoartist #canadianartist

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March 13, 2025 at 5:37 PM

Ruth Maude | Artist

@ruthmaude.bsky.social

Submit your work to the Celebrating Pollinators Encaustic Exhibition

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Deadline: March 21
Online exhibition – no need to ship your artwork

Let’s honour pollinators and express gratitude to the bees for making #encaustic art possible.

March 11, 2025 at 3:50 PM

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Ampersand Art

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Choosing the right encaustic substrate is crucial. Read the guide from @ruthmaude.bsky.social for choosing and prepping substrates including #Encausticbord.

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How to choose and prepare the best substrate for encaustic painting - Ampersand Art

Encaustic painter Ruth Maude breaks down the steps for choosing and preparing your panels for encaustic painting.

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March 10, 2025 at 4:04 PM

Ruth Maude | Artist

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The power of differences to make your art stronger… AND how to use value contrast when the painting is too busy

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How to Make Art Stronger with Differences - All Things Encaustic

Here is a secret to making your art stronger. Use differences! And if your painting becomes too busy, use organize shapes with values

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March 9, 2025 at 11:11 PM

Ruth Maude | Artist

@ruthmaude.bsky.social

The Creative Visionary Program is officially open!

A 14-week online program to help you break through blocks, master composition, value, and colour, and make amazing art.

I've taken CVP 3 times, and it completely transformed the way I approach my work.

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Art2Life CVP Is Open for Enrollment! The Surprising Pat to Making the Art of Your Life. Words are in white lettering on an orange square with a colourful background of painted dots showing a hand and paint brush

March 8, 2025 at 1:10 PM

Ruth Maude | Artist

@ruthmaude.bsky.social

The Small Pleasures exhibition opens today at Propeller Gallery. This show celebrates the beauty of small-scale artworks, and I’m thrilled to be part of it. If you're in the area, stop by or view online here propellerartgallery.com/exhibitions/...

#encaustic #allthingsencaustic #encausticpaintings

Encaustic abstracted Landscape painting by Ruth Maude

Encaustic abstract landscape painting by Ruth Maude in a black frame

Abstract landscape encaustic painting by Ruth Maude in a black frame

March 5, 2025 at 1:50 PM

Ruth Maude | Artist

@ruthmaude.bsky.social

I've submitted A Wonder to the Celebrating Pollinators Online Exhibition of @encausticonference.bsky.social

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#encaustic #waspnests #allthingsencaustic #encausticscuplture

A Wonder - Ruth Maude

Encaustic on washi, found wasp nest and branch, 14 x 9 x 9 inches

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February 25, 2025 at 7:47 PM

Ruth Maude | Artist

@ruthmaude.bsky.social

Ever feel like your creative spark is running low. Throwback to February 2021... when I shared my journey, "When It's Hard to Make Art." These strategies help me in challenging times.

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#artmomentum #encaustic #creativejourney #artistlife #allthingsencaustic

When it's Hard to Make Art | Finding Momentum

It's hard to make art when you lose your momentum. I hope that this post can help you next time you're experiencing an art-making slump.

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February 22, 2025 at 12:01 PM

Ruth Maude | Artist

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Nicholas Wilton—one of the teachers who has made a huge impact on my art practice—is hosting his free Art of Your Life Workshop again this year. I’d love for you to join me!

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Join the Free ART2Life Online workshop

The Art of Your Life Free online workshop is a 5-day online workshop taught by Nicholas Wilton. There's something for everyone from the very beginner to established artists. Because it is held online,...

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February 19, 2025 at 1:07 PM

Ruth Maude | Artist

@ruthmaude.bsky.social

Wordle 1,339 1/6*

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I’m going to need a new starting word for Wordle!

February 17, 2025 at 12:30 PM

Ruth Maude | Artist

@ruthmaude.bsky.social

International Open Call for Encaustic Celebrating Pollinators
Online Exhibition - Canadian Encaustic Conference

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#encaustic #onlineexhibition #callforsubmission #encausticpainting

Celebrating Pollinators Online Encaustic Exhibition Open Call

We invite artists from around the world to submit encaustic artwork for an online exhibition celebrating the vital role of pollinators in our ecosystems.

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February 15, 2025 at 1:27 PM

Ruth Maude | Artist

@ruthmaude.bsky.social

Beautiful Landing at Boston this morning and lots of inspiration for future paintings

February 15, 2025 at 2:04 AM

Ruth Maude | Artist

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Have you tried Sennelier Oil Sticks? I'm loving them! They’re buttery smooth, highly pigmented, and perfect for adding rich, expressive marks to my encaustic work. If you’re curious, check them out here: amzn.to/3CGV9QK

Let me know if you’ve used them.

#allthingsencaustic #encausticpainting

Sennelier: Oil Sticks

Sennelier Oil Sticks allow oil painting to be approached differently: enjoy spontaneity and expressive, broad strokes. Composed of oil paint and a neutral mineral wax, this stick features pure pigment...

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February 6, 2025 at 3:40 AM

Ruth Maude | Artist

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Not all surfaces are suitable for encaustic painting! Learn how to choose and prepare the best substrate for your hot wax artwork.
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#arttips #encaustictips #encausticpainting #allthingsencaustic #encaustic

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The Best Substrate for Encaustic Painting

Discover the best substrates for encaustic painting. Learn how to prepare rigid, absorbent surfaces for durable and beautiful artwork.

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February 5, 2025 at 4:02 AM

Ruth Maude | Artist

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Have burning questions about encaustic painting? 🔥 Find answers in the FAQ guide!

🔗 allthingsencaustic.com/encaustic-faq/

#encausticpainting #encausticart #artisttips #allthingsencaustic #paintingwithwax #encaustic

FAQs: Burning Questions About Encaustic Art Answered

From materials to techniques, this Encaustic Art FAQ guide will answer your Questions About Encaustic Art including painting and printmaking.

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February 3, 2025 at 5:11 PM

Ruth Maude | Artist

@ruthmaude.bsky.social

Hey art lovers! 'A New Story' is a 20x20 inch encaustic painting that started my 'Sense of Place' series. Available on my website! #allthingsencaustic #encaustic #encausticpainting #torontoartist

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A New Story - Ruth Maude

Encaustic Mixed Media 20 x 20 x 1.5 inches

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February 2, 2025 at 4:12 PM

Ruth Maude | Artist

@ruthmaude.bsky.social

I’m teaching Encaustic Underpainting at the Canadian Encaustic Conference on Sept. 1 & 2 in Owen Sound! Learn my process for building rich, layered encaustic paintings, starting with a playful underpainting

#encausticpainting #encausticart #allthingsencaustic

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Encaustic Underpainting with Ruth Maude • Canadian Encaustic Conference

I often begin paintings with an underpainting of playful creativity before applying wax. In this class I’ll share my process, studio setup, and techniques. Workshop Leader: Materials Required:

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February 1, 2025 at 3:26 PM

Ruth Maude | Artist

@ruthmaude.bsky.social

A Fresh Update for the All Things Encaustic blog. Categories are better organized, plus, several older posts have been updated with fresh info!

#encausticpainting #artblog #artistresources #encausticart #creativelife #allthingsencaustic

Check it out 👉 allthingsencaustic.com