FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is this an original painting?
Yes, this painting is an original encaustic painting made from beeswax and created by me, Donna McGee.
Is it signed?
It contains my signature on the back of the frame.
Is the painting ready to hang?
Yes, the painting is presented in a white contemporary wooden frame and has a chord on the back making it ready to hang.
All you need is the picture hook on the wall for placement.
What are the measurements of the painting?
The measurements of the painting are 12″ x 12″ and overall measurement is 16″ x 16″ which includes the frame
What is encaustics?
Encaustic is a Greek word meaning “to heat or burn in” (enkaustikos).
Heat is used throughout the process, from melting the beeswax and varnish to fusing the layers of wax.
Encaustic consists of natural bees wax and dammar resin (crystallized tree sap).
What are the care instructions?
The finish of the paint is like a satin enamel. It can be buffed with a soft cloth resulting in a shiny finish and enhance the colours.
Encaustic paintings cure over time. This is due to the addition of dammar resin that makes the paint harder and more resilient over time. Varnishing is unnecessary, as encaustic contains beeswax which is highly water-resistant and is often used to varnish oil paintings. Because of this, encaustic is a very stable and long-lasting medium. Encaustic paint will melt at temperatures of 72°C and above, but it will remain solid in normal conditions. Avoid extreme temperatures both hot and cold.
