The Art of Natural Dyes with Laurence Rushby

 
Plain Arts Workshop:
The Art of Natural Dyes with Laurence Rushby
Riverbourne Community Farm, Cow Lane, Laverstock, Salisbury, SP1 2SR
Wednesday 18th July, 6-8pm
  • Experiment with natural dyes including madder red, indigo blue, golden yellows... (on cotton and wool and bring silk if you wish to try it)
  • Learn to use your local natural resources
  • Create patterns with tie and dye techniques
  • Find out about Laurence Dube-Rushby's residency at the Community Farm and her Installation; " A Thousand Sheep"
  • Get Involved in the project
  • Learn about history of textiles in Wiltshire

 Laurence Dube-Rushby Installation Art

Plain Arts Members £10; non-members £14
Book through Plain Arts:
Charlotte Moreton
PLAIN ARTS Co-ordinator
07961 689159
info@plainartssalisbury.co.uk
www.plainartssalisbury.co.uk

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