Inspired By India: Indigo Dye Workshop (ASC806)

Indulge in indigo! Indigo is one of the oldest dyes used for colouring fabrics and is still used today to colour jeans. Spend a day experimenting with an indigo dye bath, using several interesting resist techniques to create unique samples.

What will you learn on this course?

This workshop is inspired by MAC’s exhibition The Offbeat Sari, which explores how Indigo is used in South Asian textile production.

Kick the day off experimenting with indigo dye baths and resist techniques to create beautiful blue fabric samples to take home.

Your artist Tutor will introduce you to the work of contemporary textile artists, who adapt these traditional indigo techniques to produce beautiful work.

In the afternoon, you will get the opportunity to be more experimental, using paper and fabrics to create beautiful patterns using different resists, including machine and hand stitch, and batik wax.

Who is this course for?

This course is for adults aged 18+ years. It is open to all levels.

At the heart of MAC is a focus on accessibility and inclusion. Please contact us to discuss your specific access needs. This course involves working at low tables and good dexterity is needed in your hands. The room is wheelchair accessible. A personal assistant or companion must book a complimentary ticket if attending to provide support.

Do you need to bring anything?

All materials will be supplied. However, you may wish to bring along your own fabric, lace, handmade paper, a white cotton t-shirt etc. (all clean, white or cream and undyed).

Wear old clothes and bring an apron or something similar.

Are there any additional costs?

None

Who teaches this course?

Helen Lane