Eco Printing – Exploring the Magic and Alchemy
with Fiona Balding
One Day Creative Course
Wednesday 13 July
10am–4pm
Includes a half hour lunch break
£75
Gift vouchers available
Please read our Booking Terms and Conditions below carefully before booking.
Who is this class suitable for?
Ages 16+
Suitable for any level of experience.
What will be covered in the class?
Ecoprinting is a magical process that uses the natural tannins and dyes held within a plant to create some spectacular marks and prints on papers and fabric.
This workshop is designed to develop all the skills and techniques you need to produce beautiful unique ecoprints. It is suitable for beginners, who are keen to achieve clear defined prints that could be used in many varied textile projects. We will create many samples, using a variety of different fabrics and techniques. As part of the workshop we will also consider what equipment you need to start ecoprinting at home, simple mordanting techniques, where to source fabrics, supplies and equipment.
Fiona will also give you a wealth of ideas to make with your beautiful unique prints.
What will students leave the class with?
Students will complete a range of prints on a variety of different fabrics and papers.
Ages 16+
Suitable for any level of experience.
What will be covered in the class?
Ecoprinting is a magical process that uses the natural tannins and dyes held within a plant to create some spectacular marks and prints on papers and fabric.
This workshop is designed to develop all the skills and techniques you need to produce beautiful unique ecoprints. It is suitable for beginners, who are keen to achieve clear defined prints that could be used in many varied textile projects. We will create many samples, using a variety of different fabrics and techniques. As part of the workshop we will also consider what equipment you need to start ecoprinting at home, simple mordanting techniques, where to source fabrics, supplies and equipment.
Fiona will also give you a wealth of ideas to make with your beautiful unique prints.
What will students leave the class with?
Students will complete a range of prints on a variety of different fabrics and papers.
What will I need to bring?
All the fabrics and papers you need will be provided. Please also bring with you:
Please wear old clothes, appropriate for the weather, and bring a packed lunch with you.
Location
Art Studio: The art studio is situated at the top of a flight of stairs. Tools are all light and accessible. Work benches are not currently height adjustable. Weather permitting, we will also spend some times outside in the Open Garden and surrounding parkland.
Tutors
Fiona blading is a textiles, ecoprint and natural dyes artist, experienced in teaching others the magic of ecoprinting. Fiona was attracted by the environmentally friendly and sustainability ethos of the craft.
Follow online @earthwiseecoprints
All the fabrics and papers you need will be provided. Please also bring with you:
- And old towel
- A ball of string
- A small bucket
- A pair of scissors
- A selection of leaves – these are good for ecoprinting, oak, chestnut, rose, bramble, hardy geranium, eucalyptus, cotinus, sage, fennel, acers (we will collect spares do not worry if you are unsure)
Please wear old clothes, appropriate for the weather, and bring a packed lunch with you.
Location
Art Studio: The art studio is situated at the top of a flight of stairs. Tools are all light and accessible. Work benches are not currently height adjustable. Weather permitting, we will also spend some times outside in the Open Garden and surrounding parkland.
Tutors
Fiona blading is a textiles, ecoprint and natural dyes artist, experienced in teaching others the magic of ecoprinting. Fiona was attracted by the environmentally friendly and sustainability ethos of the craft.
Follow online @earthwiseecoprints
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Milton Keynes Arts Centre
Parklands
Milton Keynes
MK14 5DZ
+44 (0)1908 608108
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