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Two distinct art forms—both rooted in the beauty and versatility of beeswax—share similar tools and techniques, yet are defined by one key difference: the use of heat.

Encaustic Medium, made from beeswax and a hardener, is solid at room temperature and requires heat to apply and to fuse each layer, creating luminous, durable surfaces with depth and permanence.

Cold Wax Medium is made from beeswax, with or without a hardener, blended with an organic solvent. It has a soft, paste-like consistency at room temperature and requires no heat or fusing, offering a more immediate and intuitive approach to wax-based painting.

Both mediums are rapidly gaining popularity—and for good reason. Their natural translucency, expansive textural possibilities, rich tactile qualities, and openness to mixed media make them endlessly inspiring for artists at every stage.

This website is thoughtfully curated to support both beginner and established artists, providing high-quality mediums, paints, tools, and specialist accessories. In particular, our floater frames are the ideal solution for presenting wax paintings on rigid birch boards, allowing the work to shine while offering long-term protection.

If you have questions about products, are looking for custom-sized boards or frames, or need help sourcing something not currently listed, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m always happy to help you find the right materials for your practice.

Mirella

 

What is Encaustic Painting?

Encaustic painting has been practiced by artists since as early as the 5th century BCE. The Ancient Greeks used encaustic to waterproof and decorate their ships, and between 100–300 CE the technique was employed by Greek artists in Egypt to create the well-known Fayum mummy portraits.

After this period, encaustic largely faded from common artistic practice until modern archaeological discoveries sparked renewed interest. In the 20th and 21st centuries, contemporary artists, most notably Jasper Johns, played a significant role in bringing encaustic painting back into the spotlight.

Encaustic paint is created by melting beeswax with a small amount of hardening agent, such as damar resin or castor wax, and then adding pigment. The molten mixture is applied to a rigid surface, where heat is used to fuse each layer. A wide range of tools can then be used to manipulate the wax, building texture, depth, and expressive surface qualities.

 

High Quality Refined Beeswax Beads in Australia

At Waxy Art Supplies, we're passionate about encaustic and cold wax painting. The process is addictive. The finish often imparts wonderful depth and translucency creating an ethereal effect. Our range of products will allow you to manipulate your beeswax medium onto your substrate with ease and simplicity, creating a unique and beautiful artwork.  Our range of specifically tailored supplies is unique to Australia.

 Refined Beeswax Beads

Refined beeswax beads is a consistent white and clean wax. It is mechanically refined, not chemically, so is excellent to use in encaustic and cold wax medium making. It's high quality and very affordable beeswax supplied in Australia. The beads make for easy measuring and are quick to melt. Mix with Castor wax or Damar resin to make encaustic or cold wax medium.

 

Contact us today to find out more

Want to give Encaustic painting, or Cold Wax medium painting a try? Buy beeswax online from Waxy Art Supplies. We're located in Gold Coast but can ship to anywhere in Australia. Or are you an experienced master of these mediums and looking for a supplier of beeswax and other supplies, frames, boards and more, in Australia? Best to buy from Waxy Art Supplies. 

Call Waxy Art Supplies today on 0402 288 377 or drop us an email at info@waxyartsupplies.com.au to find out more!