The Course starts on
April 23rd
I’m thrilled to announce that I will once again be part of Painting with Fire Volume 5—a prestigious
year-long online encaustic masterclass for 2025/26, presented by Essence of Mulranny. After a wonderful experience teaching at Mulranny Arts in Ireland, I am honoured to join some of the world’s top encaustic artists for this inspiring journey. As an artist deeply connected to the natural world, encaustic painting allows me to capture the landscapes and textures that inspire me. Throughout the year, I’ll be sharing my unique techniques and approaches alongside other talented artists, helping you explore new ideas and develop confidence in your creative process. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced encaustic artist looking to expand your skills, this masterclass offers something for everyone.
Last year’s feedback was incredible, and I cannot wait to release this year’s videos for you to enjoy!
🎨 Win a 1:1 Encaustic Masterclass with Mel! 🎨
How to enter: Sign up using my personal link for a chance to win.
Prize: A private online encaustic masterclass—choose the technique you want to learn!
Deadline: Closes April 22, 2025, at 24:00 GMT
Who can enter? Anyone 18+ from any location.
Winners: Announced here & contacted by Direct Message.
(This giveaway is not sponsored or connected to Painting with Fire.)
Sign up now for your chance to win! 🎉
⭐ What artists are saying:
“So enjoyed your video! I love wabi sabi, happy accidents—this is exactly how I love to work. Thank you!”
“I loved watching your lesson, Mel! Can’t wait to try your techniques—so many useful tips!”
“You make it look so easy! Love your loose, organic flow!”
“It was the most inspiring of lessons! I’ve been away from my studio and have been HUNGERING to get back and dig into the tips and enthusiasm you brought!”
“After watching all the way through, I’m now rewatching as I try my hand at painting the scene. Getting ready for the trees!”
“Your ability to embrace the unknown and experiment is truly inspiring!”
I’d love for you to be part of this creative journey! By signing up through my personal link, you are directly supporting my work, which I truly appreciate. Click here to learn more and secure your spot—I can’t wait to share this experience with you! Sign Up for Painting with Fire 2025/26
About Melanie (Mel) Williams
I am an encaustic artist deeply inspired by the natural world, using molten wax to create atmospheric landscapes full of depth and movement. My approach embraces spontaneity, layering, and organic imperfections, allowing each piece to evolve naturally. If you’re not yet familiar with my work, you’ll quickly discover my passion for experimentation and my ability to create emotion and texture through wax and pigment, making each painting a unique expression of my artistic vision.
I love sharing my techniques through both in-person and online teaching, including as an instructor for Painting with Fire, a renowned encaustic masterclass. My work has been featured in magazines, books, TV, and radio, highlighting my distinctive approach to encaustic painting. Whether through my art or teaching, I strive to inspire others to explore the expressive, unpredictable beauty of working with wax.
You can read more about my artwork here (from page 44):
I’d love for you to join me on this creative journey—I can’t wait to share this experience with you!
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