Introduction to Natural Dyeing: Make a Robe Jacket
Adult Multi-Week | Available
Intro to Natural Dyeing is an eight-week course that teaches the history, processes, and expansive modalities of natural dying through the making of a simple Robe Jacket. The course is structured to move from rigid(ish) dye methods into more experimental ones. Students also will learn how to measure and cut a simple pattern and sew using french seams.
- This class time (6:30-9pm) differs from the print catalog listing.
Classes are confirmed one week prior to the start date. In order to help us confirm classes, please register as early as possible.
On-site courses do not come with studio access outside of class time. Paid open studio access is available through our Studio Access Program. Please visit visarts.org for more information.
Julia Pfaff
A recent receipt of a Professional Artist Fellowship from the Virginia Museum of Fine Art and with an undergraduate degree in art history and a MFA in textiles, Julia has been quilting her entire life. She is a studio artist and has successfully turned a family tradition into a contemporary art form. She teaches at both the community and college level. Julia’s hand dyed and printed quilts have been exhibited extensively and can be found in numerous national publications and collections. During class you can ask her about working in Egypt, Greece, and Jordan as an archaeological technical artist.
Website: http://juliapfaffquilt.blogspot.com/
Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/PRAGMATAbyJulia