Experiment Using Clear Gesso over Encaustic Backgrounds

Clear gesso experiment over encaustic background

As I have mentioned previously I really am taken with the Hot Box method of encaustic.  I wanted to collage over the backgrounds easily without a great amount of hassle.  Yesterday I tried cold wax and liked it but since I am so into using matte medium I had to figure out a way to adhere on a waxy surface and I found a way.  Coat the encaustic surface with clear gesso.  Once dry collaging can begin.  There is a texture feel to the surface that is rough from the clear gesso but so far I am impressed with the results.