May 18th 9:30a-3:30p | Indigo Shibori Workshop Tickets
Gather together to learn about natural dyeing with indigo, and the art of Shibori.
Over the course of the workshop, you will learn the basic science of indigo vat making, and how to create your own fructose-based 5 gallon indigo vat. Then, participants will get to learn how to bind, fold, and stitch their own cotton bandana to achieve beautiful patterns when dyed in indigo. This workshop will focus on the fundamentals skills needed to create, dye, and maintain indigo vats, as well as an array of shibori dyeing techniques.
Families welcomed to attend! Enthusiasts ages 13-17 are welcomed to purchase youth tickets and participate with the accompaniment of a ticket holding adult.
Instructor’s Bio:
Emily Bell-Hoerth began her working life as a naturalist, outdoor educator, and elementary school teacher. After a life-changing injury, Emily has found new ways of engaging with the natural world that include farming, painting, and dyeing. She is fascinated and passionate about the ways in which creating with natural dyes draws out your inner scientist and artist simultaneously. Natural dyeing promotes a greater appreciation for the environmental and human resources that go into creating textiles that so many take for granted. You can find Emily’s artwork under her business, Bellearth Studio.
LOGISTICS
Time and Location:
Saturday May 18th, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Farm address: 961 Ridge Road, Bowdoinham
Student material list:
sketchbook/ notepad and pencil for taking notes and sketching designs
Water bottle and snack/lunch
phone/watch with a timer
Face Mask (KN95 or N95 preferred)
*Students will be emailed ahead of class with a reminder of the packing list!