Nigerian Wax Stamp Fabric Design

Nigerian Wax Stamp Fabric Design

Come learn how to create beautiful fabric designs using traditional Nigerian wax stamp techniques at our event!

By Ajanku Art Studio

Date and time

Saturday, August 17 · 3 - 6pm EDT

Location

Baltimore

Baltimore Baltimore, MD

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About this event

Join us for the Nigerian Wax Stamp Fabric Design event in Baltimore!

Experience the vibrant world of Nigerian wax stamp fabric design. Learn about the history and significance of these unique designs while trying your hand at creating your own masterpiece. This hands-on workshop will guide you through the process, from choosing patterns to applying the wax stamps. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, this event is perfect for anyone looking to explore a new artistic medium. Don't miss out on this opportunity to unleash your creativity and connect with the rich cultural heritage of Nigeria!

Join us at Ajanku Art Studio for an immersive workshop on Nigerian Batik wax stamp fabric design, led by the talented Kibibi Ajanku. Delve into the rich history of Batik, a tradition older than recorded time itself. While many associate Batik with Southeast Asia, its influence stretches far and wide, touching nations such as Japan, India, and Africa.

Discover how Batik became as valuable as gold, traded eagerly across continents. In Nigeria, communities like the Yoruba embraced their own interpretation of Batik techniques, creating a highly cherished art form throughout West Africa. From intricate geometric patterns to expressive figurative imagery, participants will learn to carry on the ancient tradition of handcrafted Batiks.

Under Kibibi Ajanku's guidance, you'll explore the meticulous process of Batik Block Printing, a technique revered for its intricate detail and timeless beauty. Embrace the essence of this respected ancient craft and take home your own wax fabric masterpiece. All materials included.


Organized by

Kibibi Ajanku attended Morgan State University, received an MFA in Curatorial Practice from Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA); and currently, Ajanku is an Educator in Coppin State University Fine Arts Department and the MICA Fibers Department. Ajanku believes that when presented properly, art is the perfect vehicle to move forward into greater intercultural awareness for the global community.

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