Cardinal Tree or to show off on

or to show off on your counter

and it is mounted in a 5" x 7" handcrafted shadowbox

The plate is approximately 9

and our glazes are lead-free

The hymn page of the Prayer of St

Cardinal Tree or to show off onThis encaustic painting features a bright red cardinal perched lightly on a nearby branch. It is comprised of multiple layers of clear and pigmented wax resulting in a sculptural, multi dimensional work. An image transfer is encased within the wax layers, and pastel and ink were added to render fine details as the layers were added. A custom blend of beeswax and damar resin adds a translucency to give the artwork a glow and depth. The overall artwork