ERUPTION: LAVA FLOW, 2023, encaustic, 20 x 10 in. / 50.8 x 25.4 cm.

ERUPTION: LAVA FLOW, Joy DeNicola, 2023, encaustic, 20 x 10 in. / 50.8 x 25.4 cm.

AETNA: LAVA FLOW is inspired by fiery volcanic eruptions. The encaustic process of melting wax with fire to create this work, mirrors the volcanic process of intense fire melting rock. They are sister processes.