Adult

In this natural dye mini series, you will explore three different natural dyeing techniques on cotton and silk fabrics. First we’ll use an iron indigo vat to dye material after learning shibori resist pattern techniques to make surface design patterns. In our second class leaves and flowers provided will be used to steam botanical prints (bundle dyeing) on silk. The last technique learned will be Hapa-zome (flower pounding) to apply color and patterns on fabric.

Students get step-by-step instruction in the fundamentals of watercolor painting. This course teaches classical watercolor techniques which can be adapted to any subject. You will master the basic techniques, build confidence, and most importantly - enjoy the process. You will get individual guidance and support in a cooperative and mutually helpful environment. Classes consist of live demos, structured exercises, and project paintings that apply each technique.

This class will focus on decorating the form with underglazes, glazes, mason stains, and carving techniques. Instructor will work alongside you, giving tutorials and showing her own unique processes like, watercolor underglazing, sgraffito, and carving.