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Hmong Batik Workshop - Luang Prabang, Laos
Come learn the ancient art of Hmong Batik by attending a workshop with our Master Batik Artists. With their expert guidance, you will create a beautiful Hmong design, by drawing with beeswax on handwoven hemp using traditional tools and materials. Once your design is completed, you will have a free indigo dye experience. You can come pick up your finished piece and enjoy seeing the pattern that you drew with the lovely blue colour of the indigo dye! Not only will you be learning the ancient techniques of this rare endangered art form, but you will also learn about the Hmong culture with us at Moon Love Batik. We are passionate about Hmong Batik and we are proud to be able to share this important part of our heritage with you! Your support is essential for keeping Hmong Batik alive for the future!
1). Half Day Workshop
Choose either morning or afternoon schedule.
You will complete a batik design using beeswax on hand-loomed hemp: (35x40 cm) Then you will have the opportunity to experience the indigo dyeing process for free! You will be able to dye your batiked hemp in our natural Indigo dye pot, then we will boil the wax away to create the beautiful blue and white of Hmong batik. You will then be able to take your piece with you or come back the next day to pick it up.
2). Full Day Workshop
Schedule: 8:15AM-5:00 PM- Price: $69
You will complete a batik design using beeswax on hand-loomed hemp: (35x80 cm) Then you will have the opportunity to experience the indigo dyeing process for free! You will be able to dye your batiked hemp in our natural Indigo dye pot, then we will boil the wax away to create the beautiful blue and white of Hmong batik. You will then be able to take your piece with you or come back the next day to pick it up.
3). Two-Day Workshop
Schedule: 8:15AM-5:00 PM - Price: $129
You will complete a batik design using beeswax on hand-loomed hemp, then dye the piece in the indigo dye bath: (35x100 cm)Additional Options:
"One Hour Workshop"
"Two Hour Workshop"
We look forward to seeing you! Please let us know if you are unable to attend or need to make a change to your reservation.