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June 18-22, 2008
Makiage and Origami
Shibori
Patricia
Freiert
Workshop description:
Makiage workshop
This two-day workshop will focus on shaping techniques
for the makiage stand. Makiage is the shibori technique in which a wide
variety of shapes are stitched, gathered and then bound or capped to
complete the resist. It enables the designer to create both abstract
patterns and representational pictures or images on fabric of any width.
These techniques are also used for capping areas to keep all dye out The
stand used acts as a third hand which allows the binder to increase the
tension and create a crisp design. Traditional and non-traditional uses of
this stand will be presented. . Patricia will bring traditional and
contemporary examples and photographs for study and inspiration. Previous
experience with shibori is not necessary. Participants will complete at
least six samples on practice fabric and scarves. An adapted table version
of the traditional makiage stand will be included with the materials
provided for the course.
Workshop description:
Origami shibori
"Origami shibori" refers to new ways of folding and
tying fabric to create the resists. The various folds make possible a wide
variety of geometric patterns, usually striped. The techniques and results
are very different from itajime or traditional folding and clamping. Hand
basting holds the folds in place before tying. The folding techniques can be
worked on yardage as well as relatively small narrow widths of fabric. They
work well on open weaves such as gauze or chiffon, but can be effective on
heavier weaves especially when using dyes mixed from several colors which
then penetrate the folds at different rates and result in two or more colors
from one bath. Discharging and over-dyeing produce interesting results which
the class will explore. At least six folding techniques will be presented so
that participants can work their samples on a variety of fabrics and
scarves. Patricia will bring examples and pictures. Previous experience with
shibori is not necessary.
Instructor bio: Patricia
Freiert was introduced to shibori through a gift from a Japanese friend in
1988. Although professionally a classicist who had spent a career teaching
Latin and art and archaeology, a year in Japan opened her eyes to shibori’s
wide range of techniques and possibilities and kindled anew a love affair
with textiles.
Upon returning to Minnesota she began taking workshops
and studying various shibori techniques and dyeing. She began teaching,
showing and selling her work in 1996 and has since spent another year in
Japan studying with two Japanese instructors. Her work is noteworthy for the
wide variety of techniques that she uses to create patterns and textures, as
well as the way in which she exploits the possibilities of various dyes
within one piece. This work which has been recognized by a number of awards,
has been exhibited in Japan and America in galleries, shops and major craft
shows including those of the American Craft Council and Minnesota Crafts
Council.
Tuition: $425.00
Level: All
Materials Fee: $50-$60, which includes a Makiage
Stand, made by the instructor |
