Indigo Dreams: Exploring the Ancestry of Indigo
Sat, Jun 10
|Berkeley
Explore the ancient art of indigo dye and create unique designs using resist-dyeing techniques.
Time & Location
Jun 10, 2023, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Berkeley, Berkeley, CA, USA
About the event
From the quilt-like mosaic of Adiere Eleko to meditative shapes of Shibori, indigo is an artform of deep meaning, with traditional patterns spanning thousands of years.
Led by textile artist and natural dye expert Verenice Berroa-Torres, this workshop will inspire us with the rich history and cultural significance of indigo dyeing, and create a hands-on opportunity to explore a variety of resist techniques rooted in African and Asian heritage.
Verenice will guide in folding, twisting, and binding fabric to create intricate patterns, before dipping them into the indigo dye vat. By deepening our understanding of the spiritual and cultural significance of traditional and contemporary indigo dyeing, we will be encouraged to experiment and express our own personal creativity.
Through indigo dye practices and prompts for creative self-expression, you will leave with:
your own naturally indigo-dyed fabric or clothing, infused with your own personal expression and creativity 🌀
the rich history…