Welcome to #tracibautistaCOLOR! In this vibrant tutorial, join me in exploring the versatile world of wax painting using pigment bars. These bars offer a unique way to create stunning art, whether through printmaking, painting, or mixed media techniques. Discover how these handcrafted artisanal wax pastels can be used both dry and heated, providing a range of textures and colors on various papers.

Outline with Timestamps: 

0:00 - Introduction to Wax Painting with #tracibautistaCOLOR 

1:14 - Exploring Pigment Bars: Dry Application and Color Variations 

2:00 - Utilizing Different Papers: Demonstrating Dry Bar Application 

5:55 - Painting and Creating Textured Effects with Heated Wax 

9:10 - Using Griddles and Tools for Wax Painting

11:35 - Painting & Swatching with Heated Wax Pigment Bars 

14:05 - Printmaking Techniques and Collage Applications 

17:00 - Layering and Mixing Colors: Wax Pastel Techniques

22:21 - Cleaning Plate with Tissue to Create Collage Papers

23:15 - Mixing Pigment Bars into Tins to Create New Colors 

25:37 - Experimenting with Various Papers for Diverse Effects 

30:00 - Tips for Creating Collage Backgrounds and Studio Notes Pieces 

32:30 - Conclusion

ABOUT THE PAINTS & INKS

Handcrafted with the mixed media artist in mind, these unique paints are created by Traci Bautista in small limited edition batches from a custom mixed organic binder & various pigments.

This limited edition collection includes a selection of handcrafted watercolor paint, inks, pigment bars, & wax pastels. These are not your traditional watercolors, inks and wax paints...they have different variations of metallic sheen, some have a gritty texture and multiple pigments and/or dyes.

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