In this small group workshop we will explore Japanese shibori techniques using indigo dye. Shibori dyeing is a way of making patterns on fabric by exposing only some portions of the fabric to dye. Tie, pinch, fold, concertina, clamp and stitch your fabric then dye it. 

This workshop is a great opportunity to enjoy handmade processes and have fun learning how to continue these traditional crafts.

Price includes: 

Five hour face to face workshop

Course notes

All materials and tools including fabric, dyes, resists, string, pots all provided. 

Feel free to bring anything smallish cotton objects that you want to dye.

Wear old clothes and covered shoes. Also you may have some damp pieces to take home with you so some plastic bags might be useful.

About your tutor:

Amanda Donohue studied printmaking at Sydney College of the Arts graduating with a Bachelor of Visual Arts (Honours). She also has a Graduate certificate in Cross Disciplinary Art & Design from the College of Fine Arts (UNSW). Amanda has been a printmaker for over twenty years and a member of the Newcastle Printmakers Workshop for eight years.  See more about Amanda at www.amandadonohue.org.