Encaustic Feather Art Workshop

Create 2–3 unique encaustic feathers using images, fibers, metallics, and decorate the base with wire and beads—materials supplied!

Encaustic Feather Art – 2 Hours

Discover the magic of texture, layering, and mixed media in this hands-on workshop.

What you’ll do:

• Embed images and incorporate fibers
• Add gold leaf, mica powders, and alcohol inks
• Decorate the base of each feather with wire and beads

What you’ll take home:

• 2–3 unique, one-of-a-kind encaustic feathers

Why you’ll love it:

• Ideal as a gift or a special treat for yourself this holiday season
• Fun is guaranteed!

“Like feathers, our dreams are meant to soar.”

What is Encaustic?

Encaustic is an ancient art form using heat to melt natural beeswax and damar resin. It can be applied alone or mixed with pigments to create rich textures and vibrant colors. Each layer is fused with the previous, resulting in dynamic, long-lasting works of art.

About the Artist

Amanda Pierce is a Cree-Métis storyteller, sculptor, and contemporary encaustic artist. Her paintings and sculptures have been juried into exhibitions across Canada and the U.S. She is a Board Member with International Encaustic Artists and one of the editors for Wax Fusion Magazine. In her workshops, Amanda guides students to translate personal and ancestral stories into 3D encaustic artworks, exploring texture, layers, and narrative in each piece.