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Carriage Barn Arts Center – Encaustic Painting workshop with Carolyn Childs
Friday, June 5, 2026
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Carriage Barn Arts Center, 681 South Avenue, New Canaan, CT,
Come discover and create using the encaustic art medium!
Artist and instructor Carolyn Childs introduces the versatility of encaustic painting — come explore a variety of techniques using a hot iron and encaustic wax to create unique works on multiple surfaces.
Carolyn will also introduce collage elements, layering imagery and materials beneath translucent beeswax to create richly textured, luminous mixed-media pieces.
Bring your curiosity and willingness to explore and enjoy this restorative, creative experience!
Encaustic is an ancient method of painting with wax. Pure beeswax is blended with resin and pigment, then applied in layers. Each layer is melted and fused with heat to the surface, creating depth, texture, and a beautiful luminous finish. Learn to work confidently with hot wax to create expressive and beautiful works of art.
About The Juror:
With 20+ years of experience, Katharine Earnhardt has an in-depth knowledge of art, business, and entrepreneurship, along with an aptitude for sharing it in ways that are relevant to individual interests. She has worked at the Museum of Modern Art, and Christie’s Inc, conducting extensive research on art value and investment while building key relationships within the industry. Such experience, alongside founding Mason Lane in 2014, has fueled her ability to support countless individuals and groups across areas of finance, law, technology, design, and in and navigating the art market and developing taste. Institutions such as Parsons School of Design, Royal Bank of Canada, Business of Home, High Point Market, and the NY Design Center have also engaged Katharine to educate their audience on topics ranging from art as a tool for professional growth, noteworthy emerging artists, and business development within the home industry. Katharine has a dual degree in Art History and Economics from Williams College and a Master’s in Art Business from Sotheby’s Institute of Art. Known for her transparency and personalized, engaging approach, Katharine instills trust and confidence in her clients, audience and industry colleagues.
