Karen Sako – Beyond the Surface: Depth and Texture in Oil and Cold Wax (Online); Mondays, October 20-November 10, 2025

Date: Mondays, October 20-November 10, 2025
Time: 10:30 am-1:00 pm Pacific Time, 1:30 pm-4:00 pm Eastern Time, 6:30 pm-9:00 pm UK Time*
Level: All levels welcome
Medium: Oil and cold wax

*please note that class on October 27 will be held at 5:30 pm-8:00 pm UK time because of daylight savings time ending

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Dive into the luminous world of oil and cold wax in this energetic and inspiring workshop designed for creatives of all levels. Whether you’re brand new to the medium or seeking to reignite your artistic spark, this course invites you to loosen up, take creative risks, and explore the rich textural possibilities of cold wax.

Working with oil paint and cold wax medium is a sensuous, intuitive process—creamy, tactile, and perfect for layering, scraping, building, and editing. We’ll cover mixing ratios, application techniques using unconventional tools, surface preparation, and methods for creating depth and interest through
mark-making and texture.

With clear demonstrations and plenty of encouragement, you’ll explore color, composition, and creative expression in a playful and approachable way.

Expect to:

• Learn how cold wax extends oil paint and transforms surfaces
• Experiment with layering, texture, and tools
• Explore abstraction and simplification techniques
• Gain insights into editing your work with confidence

No previous experience in oil painting or cold wax is necessary—just bring your curiosity and a willingness to explore. All levels welcome. Come ready to play, discover, and make bold marks.