Blueprint "Modrotisk" Folk Art Workshop at the Czech Embassy

Blueprint ‘Modrotisk’ Workshop

Master the UNESCO recognized blueprint dyeing technique from Czechia
The Embassy of the Czech Republic and the Czechoslovak Society of Arts and Sciences (SVU) invite you to celebrate the coming of Easter through a special hands-on workshop using blueprint (modrotisk) with Dagmar Hermi Benešová and Anna Koplíková, highly recognized folk artists from the Moravian Region of Czechia, on Friday, April 11, 2025, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Under their guidance, guests will learn how to use the traditional craft of indigo dyeing with block printing, on various materials, such as visor hats. This block printing technique, practiced in the Czech lands since the 16th century, became recognized on the United Nation’s (UNESCO) Intangible Cultural Heritage List in 2018.

Note: White visors will be provided. If guests would like to utilize materials other than white visors with which to work with, guests are welcome to bring their own cotton items, such as white t-shirts, bags, etc.

Adults Only (18+)

About the Folk Artists
Dagmar Hermi Benešová is the founder of Folk ART Academy in Břeclav, Czech Republic. She is passionate about Czech traditional folk art, intricate Moravian ornamental patterns and designs, the UNESCO recognized blueprint dyeing technique, music, costumes, folklore, and traditions. She strives to pass them on with love to the next generation through courses, exhibits, and workshops. She has led Easter workshops at the Czech Embassy previously with her mentor and highly celebrated folk artist, Mařenka Švirgová.

Anna Koplíková, hailing from the village of Moravská Nová Ves in the Czech Republic, has a passion for folk art and handcrafts. Over the last decade, she has focused on decorative and ornamental painting of patterns, mainly floral and specifically on the traditional ornaments of Podluží, on ceramics, glass, textiles and even Christmas decorations. She also paints ribbons and bows for Czech folk costumes. She graduated from Brno University of Technology with a focus on construction. Please follow her work on Instagram at Annafolk.cz.
Embassy Policy: The Embassy of the Czech Republic disclaims and excludes any and all liability for any loss, injury, or damage, alleged to have been suffered by or as a result of or otherwise on its premises. No large bags are allowed. Small purses may be checked as you pass through security for entrance. RSVP confirmation and photo ID required.

Host or Publisher The Czechoslovak Society of Arts and Sciences Washington DC