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Introduction to Eco Print using Eucalypts

Sat 5 April Sat 5 April

Join textile artist Carol Ann Eades for a hands-on, one-day introductory workshop on eco-printing, where you’ll explore the art of transferring the natural beauty of eucalyptus leaves onto recycled, prepared fabrics. Using several different varieties of fallen eucalypts gathered from Ventnor Botanic Gardens, you’ll learn the basic techniques of eco-printing to create stunning, nature-inspired designs on silk and wool. This workshop provides a perfect foundation for further exploration of this fascinating eco-friendly craft, allowing you to experiment with different plant materials and develop your skills in creating unique, sustainable prints.

Basic materials and equipment needed for the workshop are included in the cost of the course together with samples of wool and silk for initial experiments. Carol Ann will also bring larger pieces of silk and wool which, if needed, can be bought on the day 

Suitable for all, 18yrs +
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Meet your Tutor:
Carol Ann has been developing and working with natural dyeing with Indigo and Eco Print on both natural fibres and paper for over 10 years. She has specialised with eucalyptus at Studio 10 in Sandown and at Ventnor Botanic Gardens which is custodian of the national  collection of eucalypts of which there are 37 different varieties. Carol Ann has been Artist in Residence at the Gardens and has also exhibited her work in Indigo and Eco Print at the Gardens, in London and throughout the UK

www.carolanneades.com

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