Batik: Ancient Art, New Twist

Description

Discover the magic of batik painting using ink, wax, and watercolor on delicate rice paper. Working from your own photographs or Gloria’s inspiration images, you’ll learn ancient techniques while layering color, texture, and design to transform reality into expressive art. Participants will leave with two finished paintings and the skills to continue exploring this unique medium.

Returning students are encouraged to bring past batik pieces back to the studio to deepen, refine, or reimagine their work.

All materials and step-by-step instruction are included. Open to teens and adults of all skill levels — from complete beginners to professional artists. Many students enjoy taking Gloria’s workshops again and again, discovering something new each time.

Interested in booking a custom batik workshop for your group? Contact office@artwavesmdi.org.

About the Instructor
Gloria Avner has been creating and teaching art professionally for more than twenty years and is widely known for her vibrant BATIK-style paintings. A longtime owner of Aquarius Artifacts gallery in Town Hill for 35 years, Gloria has traveled extensively and shares a rich depth of artistic knowledge and encouragement in every class. Her work appears in galleries and private collections across the country, and she is also known for her beloved pet portraits. Find her work on Facebook, Instagram (@gloriavner), and FineArtAmerica.com.

So much fun!