The class will be an introduction to the ancient technique of encaustic painting with beeswax and pigment.  We will be using canvas boards which provide a stiff support. We will use color in the form of oil pastels and participants may incorporate ribbons or leaves or magazine pictures or other flat items into the wax.  Participants should bring items to use if desired.  The pictures can be drawn with pencil or more collage like .   All supplies will be provided.