Bela is extremely knowledgeable and committed to helping one realize his/her potential in a positive, patient, enthusiastic and caring way. From a personal standpoint I’m a novice and amazed at how quickly I have progressed. Painting with her direction is an absolute blast. Clearly, Bela is a special instructor. If you want to learn how to paint in a productive and enjoyable way, look no further. She’s great!  L. B.

"I loved the class and it flowed perfectly for me.  I can’t believe how much I learned in just 3 hours."  T.C.

"This class was perfect.  Just what I needed in coaching. Technical info guidance and critique.  Thank you". C.S.

"You are very accomplished and articulate and I feel blessed to learn from you. I looked at your website and was inspired  by your abstracts.  Thanks Bela you are an awesome teacher".  L.S.

"In addition to her great talent as a painter, Bela is a gifted teacher who imparts her knowledge with a strong spirit of generosity and intelligence.  She is a joy to be around and I feel very lucky to know her".  M.D.

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In this one-day workshop you will become acquainted with art- and non-art-related materials that will help you expand your creative horizons.  You will use compounds, plasters, collage with different materials, paints, powders, etc. to create textured surfaces that you can manipulate and mould to your desired results.  This is a very creative, playful and fun workshop that will enrich your artistic vocabulary.  All supplies will be provided but you are encouraged to bring collage papers of your liking.

This workshop is different from the Encaustic Texture Workshop as it does not include Encaustic but brings different materials to the table.

$250.00  including all supplies.

Acrylic Pour

If you would like to create beautiful paintings when you've never painted or drew "a stick figure", Acrylic Pour is for you.  In three hours you will create 3 or 4 beautiful, surprising, exciting paintings. You will learn a few techniques of how to pour the acrylic, each one creating a special , different effect!  Bring friends, make it a special occasion to have fun, share the excitement.  All supplies are included.  $190.00.

Please contact Bela at bela@fidelabstractoils.com or (480) 221 6947.  In 3 hours, you will learn the basics of Encaustics.

Hours: 10AM to 1:00PM or 1:00PM to 4PM.

Bring an apron, vinyl gloves, work shoes, lunch (if taking the 2-day or 3-day workshop), and most of all, a desire to explore and have fun!  Fee:  $230.00 Including All Supplies and Equipment.

Please contact Bela at bela@belafidelfineart.com or (480) 221 6947.  The curriculum for beginners includes:

Learn a great variety of techniques in Encaustics, all aimed at creating different kinds of texture.  Learn what materials bring variety to your work while making it stand out with different  surfaces and effects.  By becoming acquainted with materials that are sometimes meant for different purposes but work perfectly with Encaustics, you will widen your creative horizon and get many more ideas for your work.  Some of these materials and techniques can be applied to other mediums.  If you are working in oils, for example, you will be able to incorporate these techniques and this medium into your Art, thus making it more interesting and richer.

You can add another day to this workshop if you would like to have guided time to practice and create your own original work.  Fee for 2-days, including supplies: $350.00.  Fee for one day: $350.00 including all supplies and equipment.

In this workshop you will learn distinctive techniques for transferring your favorite images onto the hot wax.  These images become the encaustic.  They are not "embedded" or "collaged."

Encaustic Transfers significantly enrich your compositional vocabulary and add a distinctive, personal touch to your work. Fee: $320.00 including all supplies and equipment.

The newest trend in photography is its enrichment and manipulation with the centuries-old medium of encaustic.  Learn the basics of encaustics plus how to apply it to photography; collages, transfers, and a variety of ways to enrich your photos.  Adding the vocabulary of encaustic to your photography practice will distinguish yourself from other photographers as well as enrich your personal artistic experience.  The curriculum includes:

In this workshop you will undertake a profound journey of free-play and self-revelation through Art.  You will experience first hand the flow of intuitive creation along with its potential for transformation, healing and insight. This  workshop is also excellent for non-artists who feel stuck in any way.  Personalized guidance given throughout the workshop. Fee: $80/day plus $25 for supplies.   Hours: 10AM to 4PM.

Classes for Beginners and Intermediate levels are offered on an ongoing basis.  Instruction is customized to student's needs and goals.  No more than three students per class ensure individualized attention.  These are private or semi-private classes.

I have thirty-plus years experience in oil painting in a variety of techniques, from Old Masters to Contemporary and Mixed Media, abstract and representational; I have been teaching for over 27 years.  For some examples of my work, please go to Portfolio tab.  

For optimal benefit I suggest 3-hour classes once a week.  However, I am open to discussing alternative arrangements that are mutually convenient.

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Fee: $27.00/hour.

For those who prefer to study at their own pace in their studio or home, I am currently offering "The Three Step Encaustic Adventure", a 3 DVD set that condenses everything I teach in person. It includes materials and supplies necessary in order to set up your own Encaustic studio, safety practice, as well as an excellent list of suppliers. Instruction and demos cover Collage, Stencils, Stamps, Lines and Grooves, Manipulation/fusing  the Wax and more!  Price: $60.00.

To purchase the course  please contact Bela at bela@fidelabstractoils.com. or call (480) 221 6947.

My booklet, "The Essential Encaustics - 63-tips-to-give-you-more-time-painting-instead-of-researching" booklet", is a perfect companion to the DVD Course, and  provides a wealth of information and answers to a variety of questions relating to the practice of Encaustic painting. It will save you a great deal of research time, looking for information that may not be easily available in current literature.  Price: $9.95+ shipping.

NEW!  For a streaming version of this course at $47.00 (includes a pdf version of the booklet, "The Essential Encaustics"), please_contact Bela.

NEWEST!  My e-book "Encaustics! A Beginner's Must-Have, Time-Saving companion With Short Demos That Illustrate Creative Techniques" has just been launched at KDP.amazon.com.  For information and purchase click here.