Accretion refers to the technique of dry brushing layers of encaustic on top of one another to build texture. This can be done over a carved design or by accumulating texture from brushstrokes. This video offers a few pointers to help you build interesting textures on the surface of your painting. Tip: A chip brush works better than a hake brush because the bristles are uneven and coarser. When applying layers of encaustic on top of one another, allow your brush to cool slightly and brush as lightly as possible.
Colors used in this video include Alizarin Crimson, Warm Pink, and Dianthus Pink. For more information and step by step instructions, visit our blog Unique Color at rfpaints.com/unique-color/2020/8/6/demo-video-accretion.
R&F’s Resources page provides downloadable articles and lists to help you find a teacher in your area, download a color chart, learn the history of encaustic, and ensure you are practicing safety in the studio:
Music: "Front Porch Blues" by Chris Haugen.
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