Hello!
MY NAME IS GAYLE
Having explored a wide range of media and subjects, I’ve discovered my true creative voice through encaustic wax. This distinctive medium offers a compelling balance between control and spontaneity—allowing me to sculpt and paint simultaneously. The dynamic nature of melted wax infuses my work with movement, texture, and energy, capturing fleeting moments in a tangible form. Each piece is a visual journey, an intimate encounter with time, transformation, and emotion. I invite you to step into my world and experience the evocative beauty of encaustic wax
Artist Statement
gaylecurry.com is a space for art lovers drawn to abstraction and the healing power it holds. As an artist, I've spent years exploring abstract expression, discovering in it a profound way to connect with my inner world. I believe abstract art invites each viewer into a personal experience—one that stirs emotions, sparks reflection, and fosters a deep sense of connection. Every piece I create is crafted with that intention. I invite you to visit my website, explore my latest work, and discover your own connection through abstraction.
The Encaustic Process
Painting with encaustics (wax) is an ancient art form that has enjoyed a resurgence in the last few years. Beeswax and dammar resin crystals are melted together to create the medium, then dry pigment or oil paint is mixed in to create color. It must be kept hot (about 200 degrees) during Painting. It is applied with bristle brushes in layers to an absorbent surface, such as birch wood panels. The layers are fused with a heat gun or propane torch.
The word encaustic comes from the ancient Greek, meaning "to burn in." Greek Artists practiced Encaustic Painting as far back as the 5th century BC. Legend has it that the Greeks applied coatings of wax and resin to waterproof their ships, which led to pigmenting the wax for decoration.
I love the extraordinary effects of depth and luminosity created, the incredible sense of transparency you can play with, and the richness of textural possibilities. What I enjoy most is the involvement with the process itself—the sheer love of beautiful natural materials and the completion of the process by sealing it with fire.