ART with MEYERS: Feeding My Own Creative Spirit - A Workshop in Encaustic Painting

Monday, February 5, 2018

Feeding My Own Creative Spirit - A Workshop in Encaustic Painting

I recently completed an encaustic painting workshop at the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey. Encaustic painting, also known as hot wax painting, involves the use of heated beeswax to which colored pigments are added. The liquid, which is melted and manipulated with use of a heat gun, is then applied to a rigid surface, such as wood. I am excited to share my new knowledge with my students!

The Power of Art Education

All children, not only those with specific artistic talent, benefit from an education in the arts. The arts are, in themselves, a vital part of a comprehensive education. Current research suggests that young people who participate in the arts acquire skills that help them in decision making, problem solving, critical thinking, and teamwork. The arts also help motivate children to learn and achieve stronger results in core academic subjects. For some children, the arts even provide the impetus to stay in school and find their way to contribute to society. Creative thinking and art education challenge students to utilize the right-hemisphere of the brain more often, resulting in more holistic thinking and intuitive learning.