FROM THE INSTITUTE
Starting a magazine from scratch is like starting ones first art project . You know what you want , where it should go , with all kinds of ideas and goals in between . This issue feels like a culminating point of everything that can go right , and I have a deep appreciative knowing that we have come a long way . Consistently , the art and artists have always been inspiring and first class ; with this issue , it feels as though we have progressed artistically / graphically to a solid format . Within this simple framework , the flow of presentation and diversity within the encaustic / wax world is wonderfully represented . Our growing readership is testimony to the artists themselves who are featured and also to everyone who has helped to put this together . Many readers have emailed me , especially from rural or artistically isolated areas … that this magazine is a life-line .
The encaustic movement continues to draw more artists in , and continues to expand into new directions with existing wax artists . In this issue , enjoy the immense talent of our featured artists and their interpretation of their artistic journey . If this is your first time viewing the Encaustic Arts Magazine , I invite you to take time to look at the back issues . It ’ s free , and it ’ s stored for you .
I encourage you to write me and let me know what you would like to see covered in the next issue ( s ). If you would like to become a featured artist in the magazine , or would like to recommend someone - send me your / their website and updated portfolio .
Enjoy this winter time in your studios and may the holiday season be prosperous for all . I am proud to present to you - our 8 th issue !