Description: Cochineal is a female scale insect that lives on prickly pear cactus plants native to Central and South America. Crimson, fuchsia, raspberry, orange and scarlet reds can be created from cochineal. In this workshop, Mary will guide you through the process of dyeing a piece of silk with cochineal. A few different dye techniques will be demonstrated: immersion, dip-dyeing and resist-dyeing. You will also learn to create a few different shades of cochineal using added ingredients or other dyes to brighten or sadden the color. No previous natural dye experience required. You will be able to take home your naturally dyed piece of silk cloth.

Artist’s Bio: Mary Grisey is a textile installation artist based out of Los Angeles. She received her MFA from York University in Toronto and BFA from The Art Institute of Chicago in Fiber and Material Studies. Her art practice involves handwoven and naturally dyed textiles, ceramics and sound. She uses ancient mythology, ruination, and entropy as inspirations for her work. You can view her work here:www.marygrisey.com

Date/time of class: Friday, March 29 from 7-8:30pm at Blue Door Gallery, 6359 Main St, Guerneville, CA 95446

Cost: $30 includes materials/ $24 for members of Stewards

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