The Encaustic Hive UK
"The Art of Place"
An online exhibition, showcasing Encaustic Wax talent from around the UK.
ONLINE EXHIBITION
28th March - 11th April 2026
Although our exhibition has officially closed, you can still view the art works below.
Prize Announcements for:
The Public Vote, Emerging & Experienced Artists...
Emerging & Experienced Artist Awards were selected by:
Regina B. Quinn, President of the International Encaustic Artists
Best Artwork by an Emerging Encaustic Artist
Goes to: Paula Jane Leach for her mini bud vase ‘Forest Flame, Forest of Dean’
Paula wins access to 'The Art & Magic of Encaustic' Beginners Online Course, and one month inside 'The Wax Works' support membership with Julie Wrathall.
Best Artwork by an Experienced Encaustic Artist
Goes to: Mitch Schofield for her painting ‘Bipolar Inside’
Mitch wins an In Person Workshop with Lyn Kirkland
We were very honoured that Regina agreed to be our Judge. She was so impressed with the quality of work that she struggled to select outright winners... therefore offered another category of ‘honourable mention’...
Honourable mention for Emerging Artist goes to:
‘Drystone Walls and Daydreams’ - Andrea Mosey
Honourable mention for Experienced Artist goes to:
‘Fading Light’ - Barbara Rontree
Peoples Choice Award - Chosen by the Public
The Public Vote opened on 28th March, and closed on 11th April.
Goes to: Mitch Schofield for her painting ‘Bipolar Inside’
Mitch wins an R&F Encaustic Wax Starter Kit, and a £50 Jacksons Art Voucher
Congratulations to all of the winners, and everybody who took part.
To register your interest for any potential future events with 'Encaustic Hive UK' you can join our waitlist on the initial 'Art of Place' registration page.
This Project Has Been Generously Supported By:
UK Focused, Encaustic Wax Online Event and Exhibition, Hosted By Julie Wrathall and Lyn Kirkland
Gratefully funded by The International Encaustic Artists (IEA)
For any questions regarding this project, please contact:
julie@artyheaven.com and lynkirkland222@btinternet.com
© 2026 Encaustic Hive UK. All rights reserved. No part of this online exhibition may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the copyright holder, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law.