Artist Melissa Espina and photographer Pietro Gallo fuse the artistry of encaustic painting with the crisp images of contemporary digital photography. (Above: Streetcar)
The pair combine the sculptural wax of encaustic, the removal and reapplication of paint, and bold colour, in works produced on panels. (Above: CNE Exhibition / Below: Blue Door)
The Toronto-based duo (known as PH1) create this urban themed artwork as a way to connect with nostalgia and memory.
Paradise Motel, Encaustic and Mixed Media on Panel. 48″x48″
See more on their website, here.
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I’m with Resa. Facinating and fabulous.
I’m quite fascinated!