All materials for the course will be provided. All one need bring is an open mind, and willingness to try new things in a beautiful place, amongst like-minded friends.

ACTIVITY

In this workshop, participants will be introduced to the magic of indigo and resist dyeing, to create work based on their vision. We will work with eco-friendly soy wax and experiment with different tools for mark-making, from traditional batik tjantings to brushes and stamps, to draw and create patterns on the fabric. The history and chemistry of the indigo vat, and how to develop multiple shades of blue will also be discussed.

LOCATION

The Dye Garden is located on the Brooklyn Campus of the Pratt Institute. The garden offers workshops to Pratt Institute and the surrounding community educating on the sustainable and integrative process of natural dyes.

Recognizing the Indigenous knowledge these dyes are based on is central to the garden’s identity, as is an acknowledgement that the garden is built on Lenapehoking territory.

We are fortunate to have the opportunity to use this beautiful outdoor space situated in the heart of Brooklyn for this retreat.

You can read more about the Dye Garden project here: https://textiledyegarden.pratt.edu/.

Date
Friday, October 25th

Time
10am - 4pm ET

Location
This workshop will take place in the Pratt Institute Dye Garden in Brooklyn, NY.

Cost
$250