Botanical Colours Workshop
Date: 20 December 2024
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Venue: KCC, 4th Floor
Invited Participants Only
This December, join us for a unique workshop in collaboration with the Botanical Survey of India, exploring the fascinating world of botanical dyes. This interactive session uncovers the fundamentals of plant-based dye extraction, mordant preparation, and sustainable fabric dyeing techniques.
What we'll cover:
- The science of extracting colors from plants.
- Preparing and applying mordants for effective dyeing.
- Techniques for fabric dyeing with natural pigments.
- Exploring natural alternatives to synthetic dyes.
What you'll learn:
- How to identify plants suitable for botanical dyeing.
- Practical skills for creating sustainable, plant-based dyes.
- Insights into the cultural and ecological significance of natural dyes.
- Ways to incorporate botanical dyes into modern applications.
The workshop highlights the ecological benefits and cultural heritage of natural dyes, while emphasizing their contribution to Sustainable Development Goals 2047.
About the facilitators:
The workshop will be led by Dr. Debasmita Dutta Pramanick, Scientist-D, ISIM, Botanical Survey of India, and her associates; Mr. Manzil U. Hassan, Botanical Assistant, ISIM, BSI and Mr. Ranjit Patra, Senior Preservation Assistant, ISIM, BSI.
