The Resource Exchange

Learn the basics of encaustic painting & collage making!What is encaustic wax and how is it used in art?Encaustic consists of natural beeswax and damar resin (crystallized tree sap). Once heated to a melting point, it can be applied as a base, top-coat, adhesive, and/or mixed with pigments! This medium lends itself wonderfully to mixed media art, abstract paintings, and even portraiture! In this workshop we'll be covering the basics of painting & collage-making with encaustic wax.What you'll leave with :• Introductory knowledge of the encaustic medium, its history, and its artistic applications.• A finished piece to hang, or a

Help us sort donated fabrics, textiles, and reclaimed materials for creative reuse!Volunteer to help our team divert a wide range of creative materials away from the landfill and back into the hands of our creative community where they can be reused in countless creative projects!✓ Water bottle refill station and restrooms are available on-site✓ Wheelchair Accessible*Please Note* Although volunteer activities will be conducted indoors, our building at 1800 N American St. is a large warehouse space where the air conditioning cannot always keep at pace with the elements. Please stay hydrated, and if you are especially sensitive to heat, we'd

Group show of local artists with a focus on sustainability & circularity!Join us for our next opening reception at the reCreate Gallery! Our exhibitions rotate seasonally and feature a diverse range of locally made works & wares with a focus on sustainability & circularity! Don't miss your chance to check out the show, support the artists, and maybe even be a part of the next one ;)When: Saturday, June 7th 5-8pmWhere: The Resource Exchange 1800 N American StFREE & open to the publicNo tickets required!Follow us on our socials for open call news, reception dates & more! Facebook & Instagram: