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“The past three years has brought us a once in a century

pandemic. It has created a divergence of self isolation, both

physically and mentally. Here now, we come together to
celebrate and explore creations made from encaustic and
cold wax mediums.

The process of selecting work for the exhibit was based on

technique, palette and its connection to the theme. The
pieces range from expressive and geometric abstraction to

landscapes, photography, portraits, representational and
sculpture. The subject of many pieces range from climate

change, social injustice and dealing with the pandemic. I was
touched by the artists’ stories and about finding their voice
and motivation to overcome health issues, traumas and

feelings of isolation to create their work for submission. I

applaud all the artists who submitted work and I thank IEA
for the opportunity to jury the wonderful art for this exhibit.”

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