Discover Indonesian Tamarind Batik: A Talk and Demonstration

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A traditional Indonesian batik pattern. It is a repeating pattern of circles made up of for connecting capsule shapes in oranges and browns. The background is a dark teal/blue with small green dots

Booking information

This event is free but space is limited so advance booking is recommended

Contact information

LU Arts
01509 222948
LUArts@lboro.ac.uk
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Exhibition, Lecture, Talk

Explore the history, beauty and technique of Tamarind Batik.

About this event

Join visiting artists and scholars from Indonesia for an inspiring talk on Tamarind Batik, a unique and environmentally friendly textile resist technique that uses tamarind seed powder to create vibrant decorative patterns on cloth.

This engaging session will include:

  • The rich history of Indonesian batik, an ancient resist-dyeing tradition known for its intricate designs and global influence.
  • Contemporary innovations using natural pastes and dyes derived from tamarind seeds to produce sustainable textiles.
  • Live demonstrations of Sinjang, the traditional Indonesian cloth-wrapping technique.
  • A close-up look at these beautifully crafted textiles.

This event is free and open to all.

A hands-on workshop for Loughborough University students will take place later in the day from 2-5pm. Places for the workshop must be booked separately.

Book your place for the Tamarind Batik workshop

An exhibition of Tamarind Batik pieces will be on display on the ground floor of Loughborough Design School from 10am to 5pm on the day. 

Accessibility

Loughborough Design School has step free entry and lift access to the second floor where this event is taking place (LDS235). There are accessible toilets close by.

If you have any specific access requirements or anything you would like us to be aware of, please let us know in advance by emailing LUArts@lboro.ac.uk and we will do our best to accommodate them.

Photography

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