NYC Artist Corps: Introduction to Eco-Printing

Queens Botanical Garden (QBG) is an urban oasis where people, plants, and cultures are celebrated through inspiring gardens, innovative educational programs, and real-world applications of environmental stewardship.

Queens Botanical Garden

Create your own eco-print on silk fabric!

During this eco-printing workshop, each participant will create their own eco-print on silk fabric. Supplies for the workshop will be provided. If you are allergic to latex, please bring your own non-latex gloves.Please note, this workshop is open to all ages, but participants under 12 can participate only with guardian supervision.FREE. Registration required.Location: Visitor &amp; Administration Building TerraceAbout Eco-PrintingHow did people color their clothes before the invention of chemical dyes? Organic matter such as plants and insects were used to dye fabrics. Natural minerals were also used to create beautiful colors.“Eco-printing” is a form of natural dying technique, where plants are used in order to “print” on fabric. When the botanical materials, such as leaves and flowers, are laid out on fabric, bundled together and then steamed, they transfer their colors onto the fabric. Results are the watercolor-like images of leaves and flowers on the fabric.This program is made possible by the New York City Artist Corps.HEALTH &amp; SAFETY<ul><li>To prevent the spread of COVID-19 and for the health and safety of all visitors, follow our current health &amp; safety guidelines, found on our website: <a href="https://queensbotanical.org/hours_admission/#health---safety" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://queensbotanical.org/hours_admission/#health---safety</a> </li><li>Outdoors, vaccinated visitors and staff are not required to wear masks, regardless of distancing. Individuals may choose to still wear masks.</li><li>Indoors, masks must be worn in shared spaces such as Gift Shop, classrooms, restrooms, etc, unless eating in designated areas.</li><li>Hand sanitizer dispensers are available at multiple stations throughout the Garden. Feel free to inquire with Staff to help locate the nearest dispenser. Please note: Hand sanitizing does not replace hand washing. CDC recommends washing hands with soap and water whenever possible as it reduces all types of germs and chemicals on hands.</li><li>Restrooms are accessible by the ramp next to the Visitor &amp; Administration Building. Please follow on-site instructions on how to enter restrooms. </li><li>High-touch surfaces are disinfected throughout the day.</li><li>For more information: <a href="https://queensbotanical.org/hours_admission" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://queensbotanical.org/hours_admission</a></li></ul>CANCELLATIONSThis event is rain or shine. In the case that an event is cancelled, you will be notified via email and refunded. COMMUNICATIONSBy purchasing tickets and attending QBG events, you hereby opt in to receiving communications from the Garden. You may receive updates about future QBG events and news through the addresses you provide. If you do not wish to receive future communication, simply click the “unsubscribe” button at the bottom of an email or write to <a href="mailto:info@queensbotanical.org" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">info@queensbotanical.org</a>.GARDEN ETIQUETTEQBG staff strives to provide a place of peace, beauty, and safety for the quiet enjoyment of our visitors. QBG is a living museum, a collection of gardens for the study, culture, exhibition, and display of plants. We encourage our visitors to explore, enjoy, and be respectful of our plant collections and to be considerate of fellow guests as well. For more guidelines on garden etiquette: <a href="https://queensbotanical.org/etiquette" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://queensbotanical.org/etiquette</a>PHOTOGRAPHY &amp; VIDEOGRAPHYQueens Botanical Garden (QBG) occasionally photographs or films visitors and activities on site to support our mission in promotional media and materials, including print, online, broadcast, and social media. By attending this event, you grant permission to QBG use your likeness in perpetuity, in all forms of print and digital media used to promote, publicize, or advertise the Garden, its activities, and programs. If you do not give QBG permission to take and use your image, you must notify an event organizer or staff when you arrive for this event. QBG is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.GETTING TO QBGBy public transportation, take the number 7 subway line to Main Street, the Long Island Rail Road (Port Washington line) to Main Street/Flushing, or the Q44-SBS or Q20 bus.For driving directions and more information: <a href="https://queensbotanical.org/directions" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://queensbotanical.org/directions</a>PARKINGParking is available year-round during Garden open hours at the Parking Garden, located at 42-80 Crommelin Street, Flushing, NY 11355. For more information: <a href="https://queensbotanical.org/directions" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://queensbotanical.org/directions</a>ABOUT QBGQBG is an urban oasis where people, plants and cultures are celebrated through inspiring gardens, innovative educational programs and real-world applications of environmental stewardship. QBG is located on property owned by the City of New York, and its operation is made possible in part by public funds provided through the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, Queens Borough President, the New York City Council, State elected officials, the New York State Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, along with corporate, foundation, and individual supporters. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.queensbotanical.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.queensbotanical.org</a> or call (718) 886-3800.

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