Kim Edwards-Keast

Textures and Transparencies

This is a two day workshop on experimental encaustic collage, exploring the concepts of textures and transparencies.

Day One

Glue and various papers are applied and built up to create a strong and textured surface.

Plaster is added, then carved when dry to add more texture. Transparent inks are then added to provide color.

Day Two

Transparent encaustic medium is fused to the surface. Once hardened, Carving and scraping will add even more texture. Metal leaf and shellac are applied to the surface. A small torch will be used to create unique effects.

Each student may complete two pieces.

Play and experimentation time may be available.

Student supply requirements: Two thick-walled wood or canvas surfaces, various papers for collage, & inexpensive paint brushes. All other materials provided.

Price per student: $180 plus $20 materials.

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Biography

Born 1957 in Long Beach, CA

Moved to Northern California 1967

Attended:

Academy of Art College - San Francisco, CA

College of Marin - Kentfield, CA

California College of Arts and Crafts - Oakland, CA

Graduated:

BFA - California College of Arts and Crafts - 1980

Moved to Tubac, AZ - 2008

As a multi media artist, I explore, invent, and create; a scientist in my art, combining, layering, with mixed materials and objects. My hybrid art forms are a result of this process, often inspired by the anti-ism of the Modern Art movement, Dadaism, Cubism, and Abstract Expressionism. In my work there is assemblage, disassemble, collage, de-collage, elements built up and torn down to arrive at the finished piece. Intrigued with textures, transparencies, light, and space and how these elements play against each other I become obsessed with the unknown concepts of the contemporary art movement. What will happen next? My professional interests have been a lifelong pursuit of creating, learning, and mentoring those with similar passions. While attending art school in the Bay Area I majored in sculpture and obtained a BFA at the California College of Arts and Crafts.

Kim Edwards Keast

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