Kathy Sinclair

My art is always evolving, exploring different ideas, colors and techniques. For many years I worked exclusively with water-based acrylics, a versatile fast drying paint. Recently, I began seeing interesting art using “cold wax medium.” Researching cold wax online, I was intrigued by the effects it could achieve. I bought a can of cold wax and a small set of water mixable oil paints, which don’t require the harsh chemicals of regular oils. I was hooked after my first experiment with this new medium!
The oil paint and wax are smushed together on a palette and applied with knives, scrapers, sponges and brushes. It is like painting with soft butter, creating smeary, translucent layers of unique blended colors. Powdered marble, pigments, paper and fiber all add heavy texture and depth when combined with the waxy paint. A final layer of wax applied by hand gives a polished, satiny finish to these oil paintings.
I love to experience other cultures through travel and take photos to use as inspiration when I return to my studio. I aspire to create art that brings the colors, shapes and beauty of nature into our homes. My work can be realistic, impressionistic or abstract, and paintings range from small desk top art to large pieces that can fill a wall.
Visit my studio to see my work and demonstrations of my favorite medium.
Mediums: Oil Painting, Acrylic Painting, Mixed Media
Kathy Sinclair
Contact: (530) 613-1089 Email: ksinclair1275@gmail.com
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