Encaustic Wax Painting – Love encaustic…. but never actually make time for it?

I found this encaustic wax painting video in the archives recently… (You can tell it’s an old one because it shows my old julieannsgallery website address at the beginning!!) But what struck me most wasn’t the website – it was how therapeutic painting with an iron is – and still is, all these years later.

Because here’s the thing…

I see so many people longing to create, but constantly resisting it.

Maybe you feel it too – this deep desire to dive in, but something always stops you.

I know this feeling well… for me, it used to show up as perfectionism and procrastination.

• “I don’t think mine will be anywhere near as good as that!”

• “I’ll get around to it later…”

• “What if I get it wrong?”

Years ago, when I started encaustic, there was next to no one in the UK teaching it. I had to figure it all out alone, constantly second-guessing whether I was doing it right.

When I did actually start… I created some great pieces… and… some absolute shockers… 😆  (Still hidden in the depths somewhere!! 😂) I know they’re an important part of the process and will come to light one day…!

But here’s what I learned…

The only difference between people who create and people who don’t? Simply starting.

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to start creating – the truth is, there’s never a perfect time. Only now.

If you think you might not be ‘good enough’ – I hear you… honestly… most people feel that way at times… just know you don’t need to be “good” to start.

If you just feel a bit ‘stuck’ – getting into a room with others helps no end.

Inside my spaces, there’s no pressure, no comparisons, and no overwhelm…  just a desire to create and lose yourself in the process.

It’s all about curiosity and play.

A space where you can explore freely, without fear of ‘getting it wrong.’

You might find a local creative group near you… but if encaustic has been calling to you and you can’t find anyone local to help – I’d love to support you.

Here are four ways to get started with your “ironing”… 😉

1: Start Here (If You’re Brand New)
🎁 Free Wax & Iron Online Course – Learn the basics and get your first encaustic piece done. (No excuses – this one’s on me!)

2: Stay Inspired & Keep Creating
🔥 The Wax Works at Arty Heaven – The best way to stay inspired, accountable, and be a part of an encaustic community. Join now at the founders’ rate before prices go up.

3: Master the Iron
🌿 Fantasy Landscapes with an Iron – A £44 one off self study mini-course to help you create stunning monochrome & colour landscapes. If you only plan to paint with the iron, this plus the free course above is all you need.

4: Go All In & Unlock Everything
🎨 The Art & Magic of Encaustic – My most in-depth self-study course, packed with encaustic tools, techniques & projects to keep you inspired for years.

Creativity isn’t something you “get around to someday.” It’s something you claim.

If you’re tired of waiting for the perfect time, let’s make encaustic wax painting happen – starting today.

I’ve designed these options to help you, wherever you are with your practice, and at whatever depth you wish to go, from free to paid, to self study to monthly support… choose the option that best serves you.  Choose your path and start now.  Need help deciding? Just email me at julie@artyheaven.com and I’ll help you choose the best fit for you!

Julie. x

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