Learn the art of silk painting using wax resist and inks. The wax is applied using “Batik” methods but instead of dipping the fabric into dye, the colour is applied by painting silk inks directly onto the fabric giving much fresher and vibrant results.

Lisa will show you how to stretch your silk onto a wooden frame, apply melted wax using tjanting tools and paintbrushes. 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 24cm x 24cm. Lisa provides inspirational material and templates of designs if you prefer more guidance)

What is included

• All materials

• The option to buy a frame for £8, cash only (Lisa can assist you in framing your work of art at the end of the workshop)

Dates and times

22 March

10am - 2pm

Cost

£49 per person, suitable for beginners & curious creatives, aged 18+

Booking

Please book directly with Lisa, who can be contacted by email studio@lisadeighan.com or on 07801 354 078

You can also book online here

Places limited to 12, so book early to avoid disappointment!

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.