Have you found the perfect artwork but have some questions before you buy?
Here’s some helpful information for you about my limited edition horse prints.
Understanding Your Artwork Options
Every piece I create carries its own story, and there are a few ways you can bring that story into your home. Original artworks are one-of-a-kind creations, made by hand, and include a one-off hand framed prints, making them truly unique and deeply personal. Limited edition prints are carefully produced in small, numbered runs, each one signed and authenticated, offering collectors a rare and meaningful connection to the work. Open edition prints are crafted with the same archival quality and attention to detail, but without a set limit, allowing more art lovers to experience the spirit of horses and the natural world in their own space.
ENCAUSTIC ARTWORK
Many people are intrigued when they see my original photo-encaustic artworks, often initially thinking it is a canvas but as they see the photograph up closes they simply just have to touch when they see the texture and depth in the piece.
After inspection, next comes the question “What is it?“
The official description of photo-encaustics is as follows:
“Encaustic, meaning “to burn in or fuse”, is an ancient painting medium first practised by Greek artists as far back as the 5th century B.C. The oldest known pigment binder, encaustic combines molten beeswax with dry pigment and tree resin. The “caustic” part of the term indicates that heat is used to melt and blend the layers of wax into a unified piece. “
The end result is a one-of-a-kind original artwork filled with texture and depth. I really enjoy using wax and pan colours to enhance original photographs to build on texture and colour. Some of my photo-encaustic work is re-photographed and then the image is hand printed on to beautiful printing papers which adds another level of depth and an emotive layer to my photographic work.
My original Encaustics are available to see within my online encaustic portfolio. However, many say, the best way to view and really appreciate my encaustic artworks is to view them in person.
If’s there is a particular artwork you would like too view please get in touch to make an appointment to view ay my studio in Lancashire or at A.B Art studio’s gallery at Kelsall Hill Equestrian Center Cheshire.
Encaustic Art Works are priced individually based on the size of the artwork and whether it is framed. Please see the Encaustic Portfolio to view current artwork for sale.
Caring forYour Encaustic Artwork
Your encaustic artwork is a unique and durable piece, crafted to last a lifetime. To ensure its enduring beauty, a little mindful care goes a long way.
Gentle Dusting: Like any cherished artwork, your encaustic piece will occasionally need dusting. We recommend using a soft, lint-free cloth to gently wipe the surface. Every encaustic artwork purchased from us comes with a complimentary lint-free cloth for this purpose.
Display Environment: Encaustic art thrives in stable environments. When selecting a location for your piece, please avoid areas with extreme temperature fluctuations. This means:
- No extreme heat: Do not hang your artwork directly above a heat source like a log burner, fireplace.
- No extreme cold: Avoid unheated spaces that experience very low temperatures, such as uninsulated conservatories or outdoor walls in winter.
While encaustic is incredibly resilient, prolonged exposure to extreme heat can cause the wax surface to become slightly tacky, and extreme cold may lead to cracking. By choosing a stable spot in your home, you ensure your artwork remains pristine for generations.
MUSEUM GRADE FINE ART PAPERS
Each photograph is printed on heavyweight Hahnemuhle photo rag archival fine art paper with a generous white border. Hahnemühle is the world’s oldest mill, producing museum-grade fine art papers for more than 500 years.
Your print will be delivered with a Certificate of Authenticity which verifies it's an original “Esther Towler” artwork. The print includes the information about its production, such as the artist's name, the title of the image, dimensions, edition number, and date printed, adding value and transparency to the limited edition print.
My Limited Edition prints are also available hand framed upon request.
LIMITED EDITION PRINTS
Limited edition fine art prints are intentionally produced in small numbers of 6 in order to be exclusive. Just like the rare horses I photograph. This ensures that each print holds a lasting value.
All edition numbers for each print edition are fixed and include 2 Artist proofs. My limited edition prints are signed, numbered and printed with a generous white border.
Extra large sizes are also available for some photographs.
OPEN EDITION PRINTS
Open edition prints are a high-quality reproduction of my original artwork that is available without a set limit on the number of prints produced. Unlike limited editions, which are capped at a specific quantity, open editions allow more collectors to enjoy the piece.
Each print is professionally produced using archival materials to ensure beautiful colour and longevity, making it a wonderful way to own and enjoy my art at a more accessible price.
Esther’s work can be purchased from her online shop and the following galleries and they can supply any print from Esther’s portfolio, shipping worldwide:
USA - Saatchi Art
10% DONATED FROM Print Sale
Giving Back To World Wide Fund For Nature
It’s important to me that my prints are not only enjoyed by my collectors but they help contribute to much needed change in the world, this is why for every print sale 10% of the sale will be donated to World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the leading global environmental charity that works towards bringing our world back to life.
With nature in freefall, WWF are urgently tackling the underlying causes that are driving the decline, and we’re finding solutions so future generations have a world with thriving habitats and wildlife. There work is a huge challenge, but if we all act together, there is hope.