Beginning on March 18, artist Bonnie Rychlak will offer three hands-on workshops at the Parrish Art Museum in Water Mill exploring encaustics — an ancient technique of using hot wax and pigment to create multidimensional works.
A practicing artist, she has presented work in several solo and numerous group exhibitions in various museums and private collections in the United States and Japan during the last four decades. Rychlak’s workshops begin with two sessions on the fundamentals of using the materials, followed by using the techniques to create work.
According to Rychlak, “The goal is to help build confidence with this complex material, helping to move the student’s abilities and imagination to a new level.”
Participants may register for individual classes, and may repeat the fundamentals workshop to further hone their skills. Pre-registration is required. All workshops are $65 for non-members, $45 for members, plus a $15 materials fee. For a full schedule of classes, visit parrishart.org.