Interested in Commissioning your own original encaustic art worK?

Encaustics are often conceptual, using forms, color, landscapes, or photos–sometimes with a softer, more dreamlike style and other times the focus is on capturing a moment or a scene. Realism is not the goal. The final painting is about the feeling and inspiration and a true partnership between the artist and the client.

Step 1: Direction

We will meet either by phone or in-person and I will learn about you. I have colors, styles, marks, materials, and themes I lean toward but I want to infuse your preferences and vision. The commission will combine your ideas with my aesthetic. Some clients provide colors, size, or a mood, while others might have a specific photo, object, symbol, text, or memory that serves as inspiration. This is a beautiful process and fun to create something truly authentic to YOU.

Step 2: Samples

I then create small samples (2-3) based on our conversations. (You will be able to keep these sample artworks.) This will provide a guidepost, and you’ll be able to pick and choose elements you like and clarify size, orientation, colors, concept, and other elements.

Step 3: Agreement and Deposit

Once the concept and direction are chosen, pricing will be provided and agreed upon (this will include a shipping estimate if needed). A 50% deposit is required to start the painting.

Step 4: Create Painting

The process begins! Depending on the season and scope, the full process may take anywhere from 2-4 weeks. Along the way, I will send process shots (if desired), and once completed, photographs and video of the painting for final approval (for non-locals).

The paintings are thoroughly wrapped and secured if shipping is required. I will check in on delivery to make sure everything arrived and see that you are pleased with the final outcome. Ideally, I would love it if you would photograph the installed art so I can see it in its final setting! When posting to social media please feel free to tag @bmbobbitt on Instagram.

Step 5: caring for your Painting

Encaustics are durable but it’s made from beeswax so direct sunlight and extremely hot or cold environments are not recommended. Encaustic art may form what is known as “bloom” on its surface over the course of several months or years after its creation, which is a naturally occurring hazy residue. It can also collect dust. Both can be easily buffed using a lint-free cloth, which I’m happy to provide.

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Washington Regional Medical Center Commission:

In 2025, I was commissioned to create custom art in celebration of Washington Regional's 75th anniversary:

Witness Tree Tryptich, 2025
36 x 36in, 36x 48in, 36 x 36 in (framed)
Encaustic and mixed media on wood panels

This artwork commemorates 75 years of compassionate care and pays tribute to the landmark elm, estimated to be 250-300 years old, on the Washington Regional campus. Deemed a "Witness Tree" due to its presence during key historical events in American history, Arkansas history, and local history, the tree serves most importantly as a silent witness to the countless life-changing moments occurring at Washington Regional.
Created in encaustic - a blend of beeswax, resin, and pigment - Witness Tree glows with vibrant color, gold leaf, and layered collage elements suspended in wax. Viewers are invited to look closely. Beneath the surface lie hidden fragments of history, including embedded text, vintage newspaper clippings, and symbolic imagery that evoke the hospital's enduring legacy, its milestones, accolades, and collective memories of a community it has served for generations.