Experimental Paper Making with Henna (From Land to Hand Workshop Series)

Experimental Paper Making with Henna

Come along to make your own handmade paper using recycled materials and henna! In this workshop you will learn how to upcycle scrap paper to create your very own sheets of decorative paper. Using additional plant materials, such as henna powder, you will be guided to create unique and experimental pieces of art. You do not need to prepare anything for this workshop however please wear clothing that is suitable for arts and crafts. If you have any scrap paper (old essays, discarded study notes etc.) please bring these along as you will be able to recycle and use them during the workshop!

Who is this workshop for?

This workshop is for students whose cultural practices include the use of henna as well as for students who are interested in learning about henna! This workshop is for University of Exeter students only so please use your university email address when booking. Please note places are limited, sign up in advance to avoid dissapointment!

When and where?

This workshop will take place in The Greenhouse which is a room inside Devonshire House (University of Exeter Streatham Campus). The workshop is 2.5 hours long and will take place on Monday 9th June at 12:30pm. Please get in touch if you have any accessibility enquiries or requirements.

Contact

This workshop will be lead by Ambrin Howell (she/her). Ambrin is a post-gradute student at the University of Exeter currently studying for a Masters Degree in Magic and Occult Sciences. Ambrin holds and undergraduate degree in Jewellery Design and is an experienced creative facilitator and workshop leader. If you have any questions please email Ambrin at ah1375@exeter.ac.uk

'From Land to Hand Workshop' Series

'From Land to Hand' is a creative project designed to hold space for students to explore community, place and belonging. This project proposes an arts-centered approach to explore themes of anti-racism and belonging and it shall revolve around a central material, henna. Henna is a plant-based dye that is used to stain the surface of skin, hair and nails and it is often applied as intricate patternwork. Henna has historical and cultural significance across a range of international and diaspora communities and is used during a variety of religious and cultural celebrations. The ‘From Land to Hand’ project invites students who have lived experience of using henna to commune over a mutual artistic practice along with students who are interested in learning about the cultural significance and artistry of henna.

The 'From Land to Hand' craft workshops offer students the opportunity to engage in creative exploration, celebration and discussion on themes of rootedness and belonging, as mediated through innovative and creative use of the henna plant. In July there will be a pop-up exhibition on campus to celebrate the artworks created and ideas explored. All workshop participants are invited to show something they create in the pop-up exhibition. More details on this will be shared during the workshop! (Please note participation in the pop-up exhibition is optional, there is no pressure to share anything you create!)

The 'From Land to Hand' project is supported by the Exeter Education Incubator and Wellbeing, Inclusion and Culture Committee.