Step into the timeless world of Japanese surface design through this immersive hands-on workshop dedicated to the elegant art of Katazome — Japanese paste-resist dyeing — and Katagami, the intricate hand-cut stencils used to create it.

Over several days, you’ll explore every layer of this centuries-old process: from designing and cutting your own katagami stencil to mixing rice paste resist, applying it with precision, and dyeing in indigo or natural pigments to create luminous patterns on cloth. Along the way, you’ll discover how layering motifs, resists, and colors creates depth and complexity — a visual poetry of shadow and light.

Whether you’re new to Katazome or expanding an existing indigo practice, this workshop offers both technical mastery and aesthetic insight. You’ll leave with a portfolio of finished textiles, your own reusable stencil, and the knowledge to continue this beautiful, meditative art form in your own studio.

Techniques covered:

• Katagami stencil cutting and design
• Rice paste preparation and application
• Layering techniques for complex patterning
• Indigo and pigment dye baths
• Cloth preparation and finishing methods

Ideal for: Textile artists, surface designers, and anyone drawn to the contemplative rhythm and layered beauty of traditional Japanese dye processes.

Workshop Schedule:
Sunday Night: Welcome Reception at 6pm
Monday – Friday: 9am – 4pm
*Subject to change*