Oaxacan Master Weaver, Alex Martinez

Alex Martinez is coming to Billings at the Yarn Bar! This master Oaxacan weaver will be visiting on July 11 with a variety of woven traditional and contemporary Zapotec cultural treasures! Hear him talk about his craft (including dyeing), see his incredible weavings, and purchase his work.

This is an excellent opportunity to learn all about a family of three generations of master weavers from Oaxaca state, Mexico. You will learn about the production process, from raising the sheep to dyeing the wool, weaving, and marketing the rugs and other finished products.
Interested in the dyes used? All but a few of the dyes are from natural sources such as plants and insects, and Alex is happy to describe each step in the dyeing process taken to produce different color tones.

Please join Yarn Bar to hear Alex and see the fiber art of a family dedicated to reviving and preserving traditional indigenous Zapotec designs.

Cost: Free! Weavings will be available for sale, credit card, checks or cash

You may also like the following events from Yarn Bar:

• This Saturday, 28th June, 01:00 pm, Crocheted Agnes Granny Square Vest Class in Billings

Also check out other Arts events in Billings.