Natural methods of dyeing fabrics have been known for whole millennia; their formulas help to achieve durable and original colours. This makes each resulting object special and completely unique. Over time, natural dyes change and wane under the influence of light and water. This is part of a natural, cyclical process. During the workshop, participants will learn about how to dye fabrics naturally, learn about dye plants, as well as ethical methods of sourcing raw materials. Each person will then make a design on a cotton tote bag.

Jadwiga Subczyńska - artist, animator, graduate of the Department of Photography at the University of Arts in Poznań. In her work, she often combines plant essences with natural textiles. When working with plants, she follows her gut and often selects plant fragments that someone might consider waste. She uses a variety of media, including plant gelatine casts, plant-dyed fabric, holographic installations using 3D, art books, and AR video. Winner of the ON Award at the OFF FESTIVAL in Bratislava (2018).

moderator: Jadwiga Subczyńska

registration: kinga.mistrzak@arsenal.art.pl