Wanda Ann Kinnaman
The Fox and Hare, Encaustic Mixed Media
Wanda Ann Kinnaman’s encaustic mixed-media art is inspired by the open spaces and quiet places of nature. Through her work, she explores the connection between humanity and the environment, reflecting on solitude and healing found in her journeys.
Drawing from photography and sketches collected during hikes to lesser-known locales, Kinnaman reimagines these observations in her studio. She creates hand-rendered underpaintings that evolve into mixed media pieces, harmonizing ancient encaustic techniques with both traditional and non-traditional materials. Her artwork features layers of hand-painted wax, oil pigments, inks, and metal leafing, resulting in dream-like qualities and unique textures.
Kinnaman aims to share her experiences, encouraging viewers to see beyond realism and explore new perspectives on life. Her studio, situated above 4,000 feet in Western North Carolina, overlooks the Great Smoky Mountains and serves as a continual source of inspiration from the surrounding nature. Through her art, she invites others to discover the beauty in both familiar and overlooked places along the roads less traveled.
