Natural Fabric Dyeing with Kitchen Waste

During this hands-on workshop, students will learn the basics of natural dyeing with shibori resist methods using a cotton bandana and reusable napkin, and experiment with various foraged dyestuffs and kitchen waste to coax colors from nature. Local plants can be used to dye fibers, in addition to food compost such as carrot greens, onion skins, avocado pits, and more! Throughout the class, we will discuss various methods for pretreatment or 'mordanting' fabric, mindful foraging and safe dye practices, as well as different techniques for creating colorful stories and patterns on cloth and paper.

Create beautiful, one of a kind pieces that can be enjoyed for years to come, while taking time to slow down and appreciate the richness and diversity of plant pigments dwelling alongside us and within our own kitchens! All materials will be provided.Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. No experience is necessary to join, and all are welcome!

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Katama Murray (she/her) is an artist, educator, naturalist, and small business owner from the Blue Hill peninsula now residing in Deer Isle, Maine. Her mixed media work and company, Teach Peace Prints, are inspired by place-based making and our interconnectedness to the environment. While living and studying throughout regions of New England and the Midwest, she has always been influenced by the outdoors and the ways in which we coexist with the natural world. Utilizing locally foraged natural materials, she layers print and fiber processes to visually communicate ideas, observations, and perpetual experimentation. Through hands-on techniques, Katama teaches regional workshops focused on versatile methods that encourage exploration and foster life-long learning. Katama also teaches at the Blue Hill Harbor School as their Visual Arts Educator. With a passion for multidisciplinary making, she enjoys inspiring others to become more connected to the earth through the power of art and community.

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