Botanical Printing Intensive

Explore the art of botanical printing using natural dyes to create exquisite colors and intricate patterns in this two-day course. Envision embellishing fabrics with the vibrant hues of nature! Delve into dyeing and overdyeing methods, crafting unique colors with materials like onion skins, sumac, marigold, and hibiscus. Experiment with modifiers such as iron, copper, and vinegar to observe how they enhance and transform colors. Discover how to extract textures from natural elements and develop striking designs and color combinations suitable for printing. Begin by printing leaf designs using dyes on watercolor paper, progressing to cotton fabric and silk. Gain insights into the diverse effects of dyes on paper, cotton, and silk as you learn and create.

Class size 12

Level Beginner and above

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