Spring Session 2 Day Workshops
These are 2-Day Workshops
Saturday 2-5pm & Sunday 10am -5pm
- May 3rd and 4th: Adire Wings Wall Hanging (2 days) w/ Jumoke Ajanku
- May 10th and 11th: Fabric Printing with Live Flowers (2 days)
- May 24th and 25th: Gullah-Style Rag Dolls (2 days)
Location:
Ajanku Art Studio Outdoor Garden Area
3425 Mondawmin Ave Baltimore 21216
behind the main dwelling
use the path to the left of the front porch for entry
May 3rd and 4th: Adire Wings Wall Hanging w/ Jumoke Ajanku
The Adire Wings Wall Hanging features detailed and symmetrical designs. Patterns are drawn onto the fabric using either a stencil or freehand drawing. The design areas are tied with raffia, string, or bands to resist the dye. The fabric is submerged in natural indigo dye, often multiple times, to achieve deep, rich colors.
May 10th and 11th: Fabric Printing with Live Flowers w/ Ayodele LaVeau
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of natural dyeing, where flowers, plants, and the sun come together to transform ordinary fabrics into extraordinary works of art. Through a blend of Petal Hammering and Sun Printing techniques, you’ll create unique, nature-infused designs that reflect the beauty of the natural world. Choose from pre-treated upcycled fabrics or sarongs, allowing you to create one-of-a-kind wearables or decorative pieces to take home. Whether you're designing for style or art, this workshop offers a creative, hands-on experience that celebrates sustainability and creativity.
May 24th and 25th: Gullah-Style Rag Dolls w/ Kibibi Ajanku
Participants will use ancient skills and innovative technologies to create hand-dyed or hand-stitched Gullah-style rag dolls. A Gullah style rag doll typically reflects the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Gullah people—descendants of West African enslaved people who settled in the coastal regions and Sea Islands of South Carolina, Georgia, and northern Florida. These dolls are handmade, often using scraps of fabric and natural materials, and they carry deep cultural and historical significance.
Additional Information
Logistics:
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Please arrive no more than 15 minutes in advance of your scheduled session.
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All necessary supplies will be provided
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If you are registered for a workshop using indigo dye techniques, feel free to bring an additional 1-3 pounds of 100% cotton fabric or clothing to use during the workshop.
The Ajanku Art Studio Outdoor Garden Area offers:
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an indoor bathroom and cooling area
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ample shade and fans to keep you comfortable
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cold water available for your convenience
Get ready for a day of creativity and relaxation in the beautiful setting of our Indigo Garden workshop.
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Media Release and Waiver
Please indicate whether you grant permission to Ajanku Art Studio (and its representatives, affiliates, and media partners) to record, photograph, and/or film you during workshops, classes, performances, or related activities at checkout. Consenting to the waiver and release means images, audio recordings, and videos that include you may be used in the following ways:
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Educational or promotional materials (digital and print)
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Social media platforms
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Websites and newsletters
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Public presentations, grant proposals, or media coverage
These materials may be edited, published, and distributed without further approval, and no compensation will be provided. Your consent releases Ajanku Art Studio and its partners from any liability related to the use of these recordings.
You are not required to agree to this release to participate in the workshop and may opt out by notifying the organization in writing.
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