Explore the magic of Batik

Informed by the ancient Indonesian technique of layering melted wax and dyes on to textiles Marie-Therese King will show you how to create your own batik paintings.

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During this two day workshop you will design your own piece, select dyes, use a variety of tools; tjantings, Ukrainian Kyskas, fan brushes and stamps to apply melted wax to cotton. You will have an opportunity to try scraffito, and the very traditional cracking and dipping process.

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There will be time to produce two batiks, one which will be quite experimental, and the second will be more refined and considered.

2-3 August 2025

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Special offer

£180 - Tuition fees

plus £15 materials

(reduced from £275)

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Tea, coffee and simple lunch included in your course price 

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We also offer accommodation & evening meals

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Click here to see what we offer

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This course is aimed at adults, aged 18yrs + and is suitable for beginners to those with experience

Marie-Therese King is an experienced tutor as well as an established artist and designer, her passion and inspiration is British wildlife and birds.

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Training initially in graphic design, she graduated in multi disciplinary design and is a member of the Worcester Guild of Contemporary Crafts. She works in batik, etched glass and different printmaking techniques.

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Marie-Therese comes from a family of horticulturists, gardeners, bird watchers and keen walkers. Now based in the Malvern hills she observes and draws what she sees around her.

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Her batik designs are well observed subjects in stylised and contemporary environments, rich in colour and contrast, and her style ranges from exquisite detail to flowing designs.