Learn the art of Batik using melted wax and painting ink on silk to create a beautiful piece of art for your wall.
Batik is an ancient art practice originating in Indonesia and is now growing in popularity as a contemporary art form. On a practical note Lisa will show you how to stretch your silk onto a wooden frame, apply melted wax using tjanting tools and paintbrushes. Then the magic happens when the jewel toned inks flow onto the silk. This is such an organic way of making art, you can draw your design straight onto the silk with the wax after you’ve had a practice on paper first. Or if you’re feeling a little nervous there are some magic disappearing fabric pens to hand if you prefer to sketch your outline first onto silk. These lines vanish at the end when the wax gets ironed off.
On a wellbeing note, it’s the process of making these batiks that’s to be enjoyed, rather than focussing on the end result. It’s such a beautiful mindful process, and the outcome is always a lovely surprise. You can’t always control every drop of wax or ink, so there is joy in relaxing and enjoying the process.
What you need to bring
An apron or wear old clothes
Packed lunch (optional)
Any ideas, sketches or inspirition you may have (you will be working in a square format approx 28cm x 28cm. Lisa provides inspirational material and templates of designs if you prefer more guidance)
What is included
All materials
The option to buy a frame (Lisa can assist you in framing your work of art at the end of the workshop - the perfect Christmas gift!)
Dates and times
8 December
10am - 2pm
Cost
£40 per person, suitable for beginners & curious creatives, aged 18+
Booking
Please book directly with Lisa via her Etsy shop - click here
Places limited to 12, so book early to avoid disappointment!
Lisa can be contacted on 07801 354 078 or by email studio@lisadeighan.com
About the tutor
Lisa is a practising artist illustrator living in a picturesque village in Northamptonshire. She has worked for over 20 years in the gift industry, making beautiful designs for photo albums, greeting cards, gift wrap and home wares. Lisa graduated with a BA(Hons) Degree in Illustration at Maidstone Art College. She is most proud of making Winnie-the-Pooh batiks that were used on a stationery range in Disney store, making her a ”Disney approved artist”. She is passionate about making Batiks and wants others to discover what a joy they are to create.
For photos and videos of Lisa’a work and other worshops please visit Lisa’a Instagram and website.