Ross den Otter: Photographer / Mixed Media Artist

From classic film, digital prints and encaustic wax, to works of art thickly coated in resin - see behind the lens of Ross den Otter and discover his techniques for adding new layers and dimensions to his photographs in the video above!
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Photographer, mixed media artist, and teacher Ross den Otter began experimenting with fine art materials on his photographs after being inspired by a local artist in the Eastside Culture Crawl.
After years of being immersed in the arts, he used this experience to explore and develop a multitude of processes for taking his photographs beyond the JPEG. Ross now balances his commercial photography practice, teaching at VanArts and Vancouver Photo Workshops, along with creating his mixed media artwork.
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For more of Ross's artwork visit www.nuovofresco... and for a full list of the materials he uses visit www.opusartsupp...
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Credits
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Created by
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[@VanessaDegarmo]

You just sent me in a direction I have always wanted to go in. I am going to mix photography with mix media now. Thank yo very much.

[@mdaviesret]

Ross, I loved this piece. In particular, your advice that there are no mistakes or failures, just opportunities to learn more, is so freeing. Your love of what you do comes shining through.

[@nuovofresco]

thanks so much! I had excellent teachers!!!

[@davidwilsonBC]

Thanks for sharing, Ross. Well communicated, candid and honest. This is how people can actually learn. And you are wise enough to allow for peers being something other than competition! Hope you find time to share more. How much we could all learn if artists would share. Maybe some of just don't know how.

[@nuovofresco]

Thanks and my pleasure David! My background is in theatre and it's all about community; sharing comes easily for me... probably because I'm not wise enough to be fearful...

[@petekelly1840]

Very inspiring Ross, i learned photo encaustic in the U.S in 2003 from the late Robert Von a photo professor from NYU and find myself pioneering the process in U.K, teaching is rewarding! cheers!

[@gavgoulder8725]

Hi Ross, thank you for sharing and showing us your wonderful work. Could I ask what you were mixing with the high gloss finish. Stunning work.

[@vangogh2345]

Ryan and Opus, once again an excellent video! Thank you. Ross, nice to see you sharing your knowledge shaping young minds. I am STILL using the photo you took of me in my Bio. You are a fabulous artist!

[@nuovofresco]

Thanks so much Kathy! I'm thrilled you're still using that photo!

[@ginafriend1690]

Nice .. thanks for sharing your Passion and insight!

[@jenisadler971]

Thanks for being so inspiring Ross

[@katietonetti7709]

Very interesting piece. Thanks for sharing!

[@sarala3214]

Awesome video! Very inspirational.

[@nuovofresco]

So glad you liked it Sara!

[@gordonclarkphotography9146]

Wow, amazing work!

[@nuovofresco]

Thanks so much Gordon Clark Photography!

[@robertocize]

Great work!

[@malaranu6883]

Could you share what solvent you used to get the laser transfer. I have been using acetone with average results. Thank you.

[@creapoloo]

so nice !

[@SusanRoseArt]

Hi Ross, may I ask your advice please? I am in the middle of a mixed media picture and I want to finish it with a wax sealant like you have done here. I have successfully done this before. Today I saw someone who seals their wax after it has dried. Is this just for aesthetic purposes do you think or does sealing the wax have any long lasting benefits? I've never sealed the wax before. Hoping you don't mind me asking you for your advice here. Thanks! x

[@katielanier746]

Thank you so much for this.

[@jwalzer]

At around 1:16, what is the process for transferring the photograph onto the canvas? Thx

[@opusartsupplies]

Hey Jwalzer - Ross is mounting his digital print onto a wood cradled panel. We have a video detailing the steps and materials needed here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZouZnJhqacd3fsU Hope this helps!

[@jwalzer]

Awesome - thx a million for the link!

[@rodlee1110]

I like what you said cheers

[@xnawfsidemax]

Around 3:05 what type of solvent was used?

[@opusartsupplies]

Hi Nicole - Ross is using Wintergreen Oil for his photo transfers, however, you can also use a solvent-based marker like the Chartpak Blender Marker to achieve similar results. We have a full list of the products shown in the video here: www.opusartsupplies.com/rossdenotter Hope this helps!

[@aundrae10]

Please help what type of paper was that in beginning?

[@opusartsupplies]

Hi Aundrae, Ross is using Strathmore 400 Recycled Sketchbook Paper. Here is a link to the paper on our website to help give you more information: store.opusartsupplies.com/sagro/storefront/store.php?mode=browsecategory&category=418 Hope this helps!

[@janicetanbis]

Can I do that on canvas instead oaf wood?

[@aundrae10]

Yes you can do it on canvas but watch out because the weight of the resin makes the canvas unleveled leaving hills and valleys〰

[@aundrae10]

Ive found that photo glossy paper doesn't adhere well to resin.

[@shanphotography8051]

more imagine