Tally of Grace

This original 8x8 encaustic wax painting layers soft ivory neutrals with a bold, shadowy cross form and a glowing gold leaf center. Subtle drips, scraped wax texture, and hand carved tally marks add a sense of time, record-keeping, and lived-in beauty. The surface shifts from matte to luminous as light moves across the wax. Finished in a gold wood frame.

What is encaustic wax?

Encaustic is an ancient painting process made with beeswax fused with pigment and sealed with heat. Layers are built and melted together, creating a durable, luminous surface with rich depth and tactile texture.

Details

• Size: 8 x 8 inches
• Medium: Encaustic (beeswax + pigment), gold leaf
• Color palette: Ivory/cream, warm beige, charcoal/black, metallic gold
• Framing: Gold frame 
• Original artwork: One of a kind (not a print)