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Amy Van Winkle Art

American, b. 1969
Amy Van Winkle (b. 1969) is an artist living and working in Santa Fe, NM. Although her early artistic career focused on drawing, sketching, and mixed media works, she now works exclusively with the Encaustic medium. Van Winkle’s initial fascination with this ancient medium stemmed from its innate exchange between creation and restraint. The encaustic technique, which dates back to the 5th century BC, is the layering of pigmented beeswax, 20 to 30 coats deep, on a porous wood panel. By heating the surface with each application then scraping away repeatedly, Van Winkle achieves the unique balance of detail and minimalism. Once the composition is complete, mere hints remain of the color and texture residing just beneath the surface. This mastery of technique and dramatic restraint has garnered Van Winkle, a self-taught artist, international recognition. Her influence comes in large part from her surroundings in Santa Fe, as well as her travels throughout Southeast Asia and an elemental love of minimalist design. The exposure and approach is reflected in her works through luminous color, clean lines and captivating composition. Van Winkle hails from Boston, then Chicago. She graduated from Bowling Green State University with a B.S.B.A. in Marketing. Despite a successful advertising career, she found herself drawn to fine art and began painting, showing, and selling her own work. In 2010, she began exploring with encaustic materials and experienced a swift, meteoric rise into the contemporary art market. Van Winkle’s works reside in private and public collections around the world and she is represented by galleries throughout the US and Taiwan.
(Biography provided by Kennedy Contemporary)
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Artist: Amy Van Winkle
Sweet Dreams
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Sweet Disposition
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. blue teal aqua white yellow orange navy Red green chartreuse It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Don't Worry, Be Happy
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Listen to Silence 2
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Calm and Quiet 2
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. blue teal aqua white yellow orange navy Red It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

We'll Burn So Bright Til the Darkness Softly Clears
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. blue teal aqua white yellow orange navy Red It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

State of Grace 1
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. blue teal aqua white yellow orange navy Red It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

State of Grace 2
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. blue teal aqua white yellow orange navy Red It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

State of Grace 3
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. blue teal aqua white yellow orange navy Red It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Autumn in Motion 2
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Field of Joy
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. blue teal aqua white yellow orange navy Red green chartreuse It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Inner Peace 6
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Inner Peace 4
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Autumn in Motion 3
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

The Great Escape 2
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Green With Envy
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. blue teal aqua white yellow orange navy Red green chartreuse It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

The Great Escape 1
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

The Great Escape 3
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Star Light, Star Bright
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. blue teal aqua white yellow orange navy Red It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Summertime 1
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Inner Peace 3
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Inner Peace 1
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Inner Peace 2
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Dreaming of Warmer Days
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

Listen to Silence
By Amy Van Winkle
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Art

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Encaustic

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Amy Van Winkle art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Amy Van Winkle art available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of art to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of orange, red and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Amy Van Winkle in encaustic paint, paint, board and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Amy Van Winkle art, so small editions measuring 9 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Maura Segal, Seth Clark, and Alayna Rose. Amy Van Winkle art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $700 and tops out at $13,500, while the average work can sell for $2,400.

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