Introduction to Batik Workshop with Layla Tutt ARBSA.
An introduction to the ancient ‘wax resist’ technique of Batik and create your own batiks using traditional tjanting tools and the dip-dyeing process.
Age group and abilities to be taught
18 years and above.
Suitable for adults of all ages and abilities.
Course aims and skills/knowledge to be taught
Learn about the process of batik
Use tjanting tools to create a batik
Create dip-dyed batiks
Course outline
Morning activity
Introduction
Tutor demonstration
Work on dip-dyeing batiks
Try tjanting tools
Draw a stencil
Afternoon activity
Work on batik using hand-drawn stencils and tjanting tools
Dry batiks
Group critique
Materials and equipment to be brought by participants
Apron/old shirt
ideas/sketches for a batik approx. 33cm x 33cm
Materials and equipment provided
These will be provided for use during the workshop and are included in the fee. While all this equipment is provided, you may wish to bring your own as well.
Cloth
Frames for stretching fabric
Pencils/rubbers
Paper
Tjanting tools and wax pots
Dyes
Paintbrushes
Paper towels
Methods of assessing outcomes
Student feedback
End results
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