Art Education
Sewing encaustic on board , 24 x 24 inches , 2012
U . C . L . A ., 1976 Barett College , 1968 Contemporary Art Workshop , Chicago , 1968 Art Institute of Chicago , 1966 American Academy of Art , Chicago , 1952 University of Illinois , 1952 -1955
Printmaking Painting , Art History Sculpture : Welded Steel , Clay Sculpture : Wood and Stone Illustration Painting and Advertising Design
Review by Cynthia Hamilton
Ezshwan Winding is a recognized artist in San Miguel , working in encaustic and teaching her popular workshops for the last nine years .
Working as an art dealer in San Francisco , I ’ m quite familiar with the ancient medium of encaustic ; however , too often I find contemporary artists working in this technique to be stuck in patterns , literally . I understand it ’ s challenging and time-consuming , which perhaps is why the surface it creates is frequently discussed , but after spending time with Ezshwan Winding ’ s recent paintings I found myself wanting to meld into the visual stories she creates .
She clearly has mastered this medium and her art evokes a sensuality and vigor that is not only inspiring but uniquely transcendent . The movement , color and balance she creates encouraged me to look deeper and respond . Like a great conversation , I didn ’ t want the exchange to end . And how wonderful that encaustic responds and glows with touch ! You can learn more about this tactile medium with her online video classes .