Kelly Sullivan

Hot Wax & Paper- Encaustic Collage! (Adults 16+)

February 13, 2026

Adult Craft Night

2D, Encaustics

Overview

Discover the fascinating world of encaustic collage and leave the glue behind. This workshop explores how encaustic medium, a mixture of heated beeswax and resin, can be used to create layered and dynamic collages with incredible depth. You'll learn how to combine decorative papers with encaustic medium, pigment sticks, and pan pastels to build up your own unique composition. This technique allows for a rich interplay of materials and textures, resulting in a finished piece with multiple, captivating layers. This workshop is open to ages 16+.

Course Fee : $85.00

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Workshop Details

Class runs 5:00PM-9:00PM
All materials are included in the cost of workshop

Demographics

Adult workshop
Open to ages 16+

Important Details

Check-in begins 30 minutes prior to class start time
Dinner provided

Scholarships & Material Fees

Need help covering workshop costs? Arrowmont offers financial aid opportunities to broaden access to our arts and craft programs. We believe a diverse community enriches the learning experience for all.

Material fees are not included in our national workshop costs, but are included with the cost of our winter short workshops. A material list with estimated costs will be emailed about 30 days before the national workshop begins.

TUITION & FEES

SCHOLARSHIPS

Cost Breakdown

Registration Fee

$10.00

Adult Short Shop

$85.00

Estimated Cost*
*Fees exclude housing and meal plans

$95.00

Artist Bio

Kelly Sullivan

Kelly Sullivan graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a BFA in Studio Art, with a concentration in printmaking. She currently resides in Knoxville, TN. Regardless of where she lives she finds a community where she can make art, learn new processes and teach what she is most passionate about. Kelly teaches in several locations in East Tennessee such as Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts and Relay Ridge. When she is not teaching, she is getting involved in arts organizations like the Mayor’s Maker City Council, Tennessee Crafts Commission Professional Development Committee and Printmakers Anonymous.

Artist Website

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Designed to provide students a taste of the Arrowmont immersive art experience, short workshops for adults and youth ages 5+ are available in the winter and early spring. Available in a wide variety of topics and mediums, there’s something for the whole family at Arrowmont. Discover all there is to offer.

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