Creating Faux Encaustic with Acrylic Wax Effects

What abandoned artwork could you bring back to life with just a few waxy layers and a fresh point of view?

In this week’s Monday Marks Vlog, I revisit an artwork I abandoned years ago and give it new life using Wax Effects acrylic paint. I demonstrate how to build transparent waxy glazes and textures over both opaque and translucent collage layers using hand-painted wet strength tissue paper and matte medium. This faux encaustic technique is perfect for artists who love layered mixed media surfaces and want to unify older work without starting over.

If you’re a mixed media artist who wants structured, layered growth in your practice, this is exactly what we explore inside Paste and Paper Playground. Learn more about the membership here

Materials: Deco Arts Wax Effects, Stencils, Pouring Medium, Painters Tape