Introduction to Botanical Eco-Printing on Textile with artist Dani Song
Schedule
Sun Jul 14 2024 at 10:30 am to Wed Jul 17 2024 at 12:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Queens Botanical Garden | Flushing, NY
About this Event
Before the invention of chemical dyes, how did people color their fabric? People used organic materials such as plants, insects, and natural minerals to create multitudes of colors. These natural hues not only reflected the tradition of craftsmanship, but also the local environment’s rich resources.
Eco-printing is a natural dyeing technique where plants are used to "print" on fabric. Local botanical materials like leaves and flowers are gathered, then arranged on the fabric, bundled, and steamed, transferring their colors to create watercolor-like images on fiber. In this workshop, each participant will be shown how to create their own eco-print on fabric.
Portions of each attendee's printed fabric will be collected to create a single community artwork titled “We Are What We Grow,” celebrating the biodiversity of local plant life and the rich cultural tapestry of Queens. Completed artwork will be on display at the Queens Botanical Garden for a two week long exhibition.
Dani C. Song is a Queens based artist. With the support of QBG, she has been cultivating a dye flower garden at the QBG in preparation for eco-printing workshops.
This project is supported by funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, Statewide Community Regrants Program (formerly the Decentralization program) with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature, and administered by Flushing Town Hall.
Advance registration is required. All materials will be provided.
This event takes place during Free Admission Hours. Spots are limited. Registration is required.
Know Before You Go
What else can I do at the Garden in addition to the activities listed above?
🌱 Enjoy and explore our 39 acres! Here are some tips:
🌱 Explore the gardens: https://queensbotanical.org/gardens
🌱 Look for botanical highlights: https://queensbotanical.org/botanical-highlights
🌱 Shop the QBG Store: https://queensbotanical.org/store/
Should I sign up for Membership?
Yes! Membership gets you a year of unlimited FREE Garden Admission and free or discounted tickets to select programs, festivals, performances, and more. Members enjoy invitations to Members-exclusive events, discounts on gift shop purchases and parking passes, and reciprocal benefits at over 300 gardens nationwide! To become a Member and start enjoying all the benefits, visit: http://queensbotanical.org/membership
Membership supports Queens Botanical Garden, the place where people, plants, and cultures meet! QBG is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
How do I get to the Garden?
QBG is located at 43-50 Main Street, Flushing, NY. We are easily accessible by car and public transportation. For more directions on how to get here: https://queensbotanical.org/directions
Do you have parking? How much does parking cost?
Parking is available year-round during open hours at our Parking Garden, located at 42-80 Crommelin Street, Flushing. For more information: https://queensbotanical.org/directions
Are there restrooms?
Restrooms are located by the QBG Store at the Visitor & Administration Building.
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Garden Etiquette
QBG staff strives to provide a place of peace, beauty, and safety for the quiet enjoyment of our visitors. QBG is a living museum, a collection of gardens for the study, culture, exhibition, and display of plants. We encourage our visitors to explore, enjoy, and be respectful of our plant collections and to be considerate of fellow guests as well. For more guidelines on garden etiquette: https://queensbotanical.org/etiquette
Photography & Videography
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About Queens Botanical Garden
QBG is an urban oasis where people, plants and cultures are celebrated through inspiring gardens, innovative educational programs and real-world applications of environmental stewardship. QBG is located on property owned by the City of New York, and its operation is made possible in part by public funds provided through the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, Queens Borough President, the New York City Council, State elected officials, the New York State Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, along with corporate, foundation, and individual supporters. For more information, visit www.queensbotanical.org or call (718) 886-3800.
Where is it happening?
Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main Street, Flushing, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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