Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.3, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # La’Nelle Gambrell Encaustic Art ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](http://lanelle.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](http://lanelle.com/blog) - [Just a quick update about RUST . . .](http://lanelle.com/just-a-quick-update-about-rust) - I’ve been working for quite some time now trying to improve my recipe for rust! That’s right plain old rust! Forever I’ve been wanting to incorporate rust effects in my encaustic painting and I have FINALLY achieved a mixture I’m happy with. Oddly enough I had an ancestor that was an alchemist and was imprisoned - [Irreverent Encaustics #7](http://lanelle.com/506-2) - Brrrrr . . . Finally some nice snow! Seven inches and still drifting down. Henry (the peacock) and the chickens haven’t ventured out of the chicken house all day. They love their nice heated house, I call it my Martha Stewart Chicken House, lol! They have heated water and plenty to eat inside so I - [Irreverent Encaustics #6](http://lanelle.com/irreverent-encaustics-6) - January 30, 2021 #6 A little more snow today but still not quiet enough! Coming from South Texas and having lived in Palm Springs/Palm Desert California for much of my life, I love to watch the snow fall! See Baby Girl and friends over to the right? They were leaving as I walked out onto - [Irreverent Encaustics #5](http://lanelle.com/irreverent-encaustics-5) - January 17, 2021 . . . Today is the first of my Irreverent Encaustics ‘how to’ blog entries! We’re going to be doing things with encaustic painting we’re not supposed to be doing so stay with me for lots of Encaustic Tips and Tricks! Hey- if it works, why not? I have no idea what - [Irreverent Encaustics #1 . . .](http://lanelle.com/irreverent-encaustics-1) - December 31, 2020 . . . #1 Today, the 31st of December, 2020 is the date of my first blog entry. Ever. I’ve been thinking about doing this for years and now, suffering withdrawal from family and friends because of the Covid Virus, I find I have the time as well as the inclination. I’m - [Irreverent Encaustics #2 . . .](http://lanelle.com/irreverent-encaustics-2) - January 1, 2021 . . . The view from my front porch this morning on top of Fox Mountain in the middle of the Ozarks . . . Brrrrr . . . That’s ice, not snow. I’m staying toasty in the studio straightening things up a bit, getting ready to start a new encaustic project - [Irreverent Encaustics #4 . . .](http://lanelle.com/irreverent-encaustics-4) - Today is the day! I plan to start each blog entry with a photo of the view from my studio. Here’s the view from yesterday. This is Baby girl and her friends. Her mother China was raised here and Baby Girl was born here. She’s four years old and loves white bread. I give her - [Irreverent Encaustics #3 . . .](http://lanelle.com/january-2-2021) - January 2, 2021 Both creeks on our place are running today. We even have a waterfall! Ok . . . It’s only a 1” waterfall but still . . . Here’s a couple of photos taken from the daily dog run. They run, I ride in the cart! Ebony the black Lab tries to drink - [Encaustic Art](http://lanelle.com/encaustic-art) - Encaustic art has survived for over 2000 years, longer than any other painting form and is still exhibited in museums around the world. If you care to learn more about the origins of encaustic art consider searching for Fayum Mummy Encaustic Art. I’m 77 years old, I’ve been an artist all my life and encaustic ## Pages - [Artist Profile](http://lanelle.com/) - La'Nelle Gambrell I’ve been an artist all my life. I studied studio arts at College of the Desert Arts in Palm Desert, California and graphic design and journalism at the University of Houston, Houston, Texas. I also studied privately for two years with the well known Texas sculptor, Ellsworth Handy. During my career in television - [About Encaustic](http://lanelle.com/about-encaustic-art) - Encaustic Art The art of encaustic is an ancient art process, perhaps even the earliest. If you have seen the Egyptian portraits on the sarcophagus of the Fayum Valley then you have seen encaustic painting. We believe the Greeks first used bees wax to patch their fishing boats. Possibly experimenting with different tree saps as - [Writing](http://lanelle.com/writing) - ‘HOW TO WRITE YOUR LIFE STORY’ ONE-ON-ONE INSTRUCTION Always wanted to write your memoirs or your life story but didn’t know how or where to start? 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This - [. . . SOLD . . . Angel and Child . . . An angel in heaven holding a child](http://lanelle.com/product/angel-and-child-an-angel-in-heaven-holding-a-child) - . . . SOLD . . . ‘Angel with Child’ would make a thoughtful and comforting gift for anyone that has lost a child. This little painting will look equally as nice framed of displayed on an easel. This particular painting is an encaustic collage, a one of a kind piece created using both the - [Pet Portrait commission... Encaustic, Real- Painted by hand original, not computerized, Or a pet memorial using a small amount of ashes](http://lanelle.com/product/pet-portrait-commission-encaustic-real-painted-by-hand-original-not-computerized) - Your Pet Portrait Encaustic painting by commission Encaustic Pet portraits by commission. My animal portraits take many, many hours to complete, they are not quickly reproduced touch-ups of computer photos. Please contact me to see photos of previous animal portraits, my studio, etc. All pet portraits are 5”x7” originals on acid etched glass panels framed - [“Low Tide” . . . . 11”x14”, original encaustic painting](http://lanelle.com/product/low-tide-11x14-original-encaustic-painting) - Low Tide (encaustic painting) 11”x14” encaustic painting on birch panel . . . Unframed. Frame in photo is a suggestion only. The birch cradle is wired for hanging as is, can be framed or displayed on an easel. ‘Low Tide’ was inspired by a visit to Maui several years ago. Photographs of those trips in - [Amalfi . . . 5”x 7”, original encaustic painting, Frame not included, Free easel](http://lanelle.com/product/191) - Amalfi 5”x7” encaustic painting on birch panel An encaustic iron and heated smoothing tool were used on this painting along with many layers of wax to create this effect. Both implements are heated to 200-220 degrees. 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Always a challenge to get a painting like this, the chance of burning and blowing - [Jesus Wept . . . SOLD . . . An original encaustic photograph, 5”x 7” on birch panel, sepia tones with gold](http://lanelle.com/product/jesus-wept-an-original-encaustic-photograph-5x-7-on-birch-panel-sepia-tones-with-gold) - Jesus Wept . . . 5”x 7” on birch wood encaustic panel. Colors are beige, white, brown, grey and sepia tones with a final rubbing of gold. The photo was an original taken of a cemetery statue then wax adhered to the birch panel and enhanced by a small, heated, wire brush with pure bees - [Opal Sea . . . Original Encaustic painting, 5”x 7” on Birch wood panel, frame not included, Free Easel](http://lanelle.com/product/opal-sea-original-encaustic-painting-5x-7-on-birch-wood-panel-frame-not-included-free-easel) - Opal Sea . . . Original Encaustic painting, 5”x 7” with Free easel, no frame included, - [. . . SOLD . . . Eight Pieces for Gerri . . .](http://lanelle.com/product/eight-pieces-for-gerri) - . . . SOLD . . . Eight, special order pieces for Gerri. Thank you so much!!! - [Statement Necklace featuring Encaustic Beads](http://lanelle.com/product/statement-necklace-featuring-encaustic-beads) - UNIQUE STATEMENT NECKLACE featuring one-of-a-kind, handmade encaustic beads made using the ancient Egyptian art form of painting with molten bees wax, tree resin and natural pigments. Perhaps the only such jewelry item featuring the use of encaustics. Because of the inhierent unpredictability of working with molten wax on a rounded surface it is extremely difficult - [Encaustic Bead Necklace](http://lanelle.com/product/encaustic-bead-necklace) - UNIQUE STATEMENT NECKLACE featuring one-of-a-kind, handmade encaustic beads made using the ancient Egyptian art form of painting with molten bees wax, tree resin and natural pigments. Perhaps the only such jewelry item featuring the use of encaustics. Because of the inhierent unpredictability of working with molten wax on a rounded surface it is extremely difficult to control the wax with a heated tool and then heat seal each layer with a torch. This large, one of a kind necklace is perfect for encaustic art enthusiasts and Boho inspired jewelry lovers. A durable seal ensures lasting wear while the detailed design makes it an eye catching accessary. This stunning, big, bold and beautiful set would make a perfect gift for yourself as well as a thoughtful gift for art lovers and those that apprecite fine artisan craftsmanship. High quality, hand made craftmanship, designed and created by the encaustic artist, La’Nelle Gambrell. It takes one to two weeks to complete each set from design to finish. Therefore the supply is extremely limited. Due to the unusual qualities of encaustic as well as the sometimes unpredictable outcome of working with heated tools, torches and molten wax, every necklace and earring set is unique and will never be duplicated. Each unique jewelry piece contains a variety of beads; hand painted wood, encaustic, paper and clay as well as glass and vintage finds. The craftsmanship involved results in a one-of-a-kind piece reflecting the artistic imagination of the artist as well as the wearer. UNIQUE STATEMENT NECKLACE featuring one-of-a-kind, handmade encaustic beads made using the ancient Egyptian art form of painting with molten bees wax, tree resin and natural pigments. Perhaps the only such jewelry item featuring the use of encaustics. Because of the inhierent unpredictability of working with molten wax on a rounded surface it is extremely difficult - [“Denouement”](http://lanelle.com/product/denouement) - “Denouement”, a unique wildfire memorial. An Original encaustic wax painting on acid etched glass. Large, 19-1/2"x24" framed and ready to hang. An unusual piece for a unique collector. This very natural and organic encaustic process used to create ‘Denouement’ is thousands of years old, predating oils and of course acrylics. It is believed that Greeks - [. . . SOLD . . . "West Texas View" . . . . . . . . . . 3-1/2"x3-1/2", original, encaustic painting, self hanger](http://lanelle.com/product/west-texas-view-3-1-2x3-1-2-original-encaustic-painting-self-hanger) - . . . SOLD . . . "West Texas View". . . a rugged view of raw West Texas land. An original, 3-1/2"x3-1/2" encaustic painting by La'Nelle Gambrell. This painting was created using a tiny, heated steel brush on a waxed, 1" thick wood strata. Each color is a separate layer of wax and every - [“Polychrome Sea” . . . . .3-1/2”x3-1/2”, self hanging 1” thick wood block](http://lanelle.com/product/polychrome-sea-3-1-2x3-1-2-self-hanging-1-wood-block) - Polychrome Sea (encaustic painting) 3-1/2”x3-1/2” encaustic painting on 1” wood block . . . Small but impressive! A perfect example of the translucency of encaustic. An encaustic iron and heated smoothing tool were used on this painting along with many layers of wax to create this effect. Both implements are heated to 200-220 degrees. After - [. . . SOLD . . . “Wildfire” . . . . . 3-1/2”x3-1/2” encaustic painting](http://lanelle.com/product/wildfire-3-1-2x3-1-2-encaustic-painting) - . . . SOLD . . . “Wildfire” . . . 3-1/2”x3-1/2” encaustic painting with shellac cells Original encaustic painting on 1”wood block An encaustic iron and heated smoothing tool were used on this painting along with many layers of wax to create this effect. Both implements are heated to 200-220 degrees. After initial layers - [“Vicki’s Moon” . . . . 5”x7”, original encaustic painting on birch panel](http://lanelle.com/product/187) - Vicki’s Moon . . . Original encaustic painting 5”x7” encaustic painting on birch panel . . . An encaustic iron and heated wire brush were used to create this encaustic photo collage painting along with many layers of wax to create this effect. Both implements are heated to 200-220 degrees. After initial layers of molten - [. . . SOLD . . . Geranium . . . 5”x7”, framed, original, one of a kind, encaustic painting](http://lanelle.com/product/geranium-5x7-framed-original-one-of-a-kind-encaustic-painting) - . . . SOLD . . . The effects in this original painting were achieved using a tiny, steel brush heated to 170-200 degrees or more. After the glass surface has been acid etched so that the wax will adhere, molten wax is applied in what I call, my ‘dot & dab’ method. If you - [. . . SOLD . . . Young Pomo Indian Girl . . . . 7”x 9”, self hanging, original encaustic painting on birch panel & tule jute fiber](http://lanelle.com/product/young-pomo-indian-girl-7x-9-self-hanging-original-encaustic-painting-on-birch-panel-tule-jute-fiber) - . . . SOLD . . . Young Pomo Indian Girl #7 is 8”x9”. A ‘one of a kind’, original, encaustic painting by La’Nelle Gambrell. The base is birch wood with bull rush tule (tulle) and jute overlay with pure bees wax and natural pigment. 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