About - Gallery

Art and design have always been a passion for me. My formal training is in Architectural and Interior design was the focus of my creative endeavours. Since moving to Vancouver Island I am inspired by the beautiful vistas, mountains, forests and oceans. It was just a natural progression when my dog insisted on taking me for walks each day, we explored the waters edge, the lush forests and mountain trails to bring a camera so that I could capture the beauty. And so the love of picture taking began.
Upon my introduction to encaustic medium (beeswax, damar and heat) I quickly realized that this was a wonderful way to present my photos in a very different way. From there, researching and attending workshops to learn more about the wonderful world of encaustic, this soon became my passion. Everything about this medium appealed to me. I experimented and grew as an artist.
I now show in various local venues both privately at Gage Gallery Arts Collective, where I am now a member. I love sharing and teaching others about this amazing, ancient medium both in workshops in my studio and at the gallery.

Beach Treasures 12 x 24 currently showing at Gage Gallery

Creating the series "Treasures from the Sea" in memory of my dear friend and companion Bogie is an on going labour of love. All the found objects, sea shells, sea glass, seaweed, driftwood, beach stones, gathered on our walks. Glad to say that 3 of these pieces sold at the LOOK SHOW 2018, a VAC event and a fourth at the Moss St. Paint-in. The last has pride of place in my dining room.

My best friend, companion and protector. He inspired me to live better by teaching me how to be in the moment. Always loved, never forgotten.

HISTORIC & CURRENT
Encaustic, an ancient art form, three elements required to be called encaustic, beeswax, damar and heat. Understanding how to work with this molten medium is a constant learning process and a never ending opportunity to discover new techniques with new materials. Until lately I have worked exclusively with molten encaustic medium working with my photos and creating using a myriad of techniques and materials. Unlike most other mediums, encaustic art is limited only by ones imagination as it is so very versatile.
Encaustic medium creates layers, depth, texture and is ideal for embedding objects and using a wide variety of other materials to establish colour and dimensionality. Unfortunate photos of these pieces do not fully represent the depth of the clear layers over and between the layers of colour and materials and the rich textures created as the medium cools and solidifies. Encaustic can be smooth as glass or very three dimensional. Encaustic is tactile and needs to be experienced. While many artist discourage touching their pieces, I encourage touching. I invite touching to experiencing the texture and feel of the medium.
The last couple of years I have been working with a new encaustic medium, Ceracolors, that is water soluble. It is a game changer. Ceracolors is more like working with acrylic paints, application with brushes or pallet knives, but it is still beeswax and not compatible with acrylic paint. Purchased in tubes, it travels well and does not require a heat gun, just the warmth of a hairdryer will set the layers. It can be used over or under layers of molten encaustic medium. The addition of molding pastes, fluid medium and gel medium creates the option of working as thick and textural or a fluid as you wish. This opens a myriad of new options.
I am always thrilled to have guests in my studio to see my body of work. Please email t for an appointment to visit my working studio at Rock Bay Square, 2614 Bridge St. Victoria,B.C.
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ITALY Photo series

For more photos of encaustic art pieces and Italy go to my Instagram site: lombardi.lyn and lyndalombardiart

Italy 2018, photo encaustic 6 x 8

Family group show at Alton Mills, October 2021.

"ALCHEMY AND ECSTASY OF ENCUASTICS"
Encaustic medium is also a wonderful medium for transferring photos in a couple of ways. Found treasured, objects or pigmented medium and other mediums(not acrylics or plastic) can be layered to accentuate aspects of the photo and to create interest. This is an amazing way to preserve your memories in an archival way and add your own unique touch. All images I use are my own photos from locations close to home and on my travels. I am excited to always be discovering a new techniques and materials to integrate into my art pieces. This is an aspect of encaustic I find keeps me involved, there is always something to learn and discover. In turn, I love to share my knowledge.