Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, October 5, 2026 — The Roberts Gallery in Minneapolis is currently presenting an exhibition dedicated to encaustic paintings. This artistic technique, which involves using heated beeswax to which colored pigments are added, is a central focus of the current display at the venue.

The exhibition provides an opportunity for the public to engage with encaustic art. Details regarding the specific start and end dates of the exhibition were not provided. The scope of the exhibition, including the number of artists featured or the specific collection of works on display, was also not detailed in the provided information.

Artist Jodi Reeb was mentioned in relation to the encaustic technique. Reeb discussed the methods and characteristics of this art form. Specific details of Reeb’s discussion, such as the venue or context of the remarks, or whether Reeb’s work is featured in the exhibition, were not specified.

Encaustic painting is an ancient art form, with some of the oldest known examples being Egyptian Fayum mummy portraits from the Roman period. The technique requires careful application and often involves tools like brushes, palette knives, or heated metal applicators to manipulate the wax medium. Its durability and unique visual texture are often cited as key characteristics.

Further information about the current exhibition at Roberts Gallery, including featured artists, specific dates, hours of operation, and any associated programming or artist talks, was not available. The summary indicated that the gallery is highlighting this particular medium, drawing attention to its presence and artistic merit.


Story summarized from the original created by Tracy Robb on kstp.com, see more information here.

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