{"product_id":"introducao-ao-indigo-e-ao-shibori","title":"Introduction to Indigo and Shibori","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIntroduction to Indigo and Shibori\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn introduction to natural indigo, colour transformation and Japanese shibori techniques — folds, bindings and resists that make it possible to create patterns on fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eI want to discover — 2h30\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover the characteristics of natural indigo and observe the colour transformation during dyeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsing an indigo vat prepared in advance according to Michel Garcia’s method, you will try some simple shibori techniques, prepare a small piece of fabric and dip it into the vat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the end, you take home:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ea small piece of fabric dyed with indigo;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ea pattern created through folds and bindings;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eI want to continue learning — 4h\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderstand the principles of vat dyeing and the logic of an organic indigo vat based on Michel Garcia’s method.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will learn about the role of the pigment, reducing agent and base, observe the signs of an active vat and experiment with different immersion times and successive dips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough several shibori techniques, you will compare the influence of folds, bindings, compression and layering on pattern creation and the intensity of the blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eYou will learn to:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eunderstand the principle of reduction and oxidation;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eidentify the main signs of a working vat;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eprepare and dye different fabric samples;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ecompare shades obtained with one or several dips;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003erelate shibori techniques to visual results;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003erecord the procedures and results in a small sampler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the end, you take home:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ea practical guide to the procedures;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eseveral samples with different intensities of blue;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ea sampler of patterns and processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eI want to develop my autonomy — 1 day\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrief introduction to the types of indigo available and their history, as well as the various organic vat methods that can be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLearn to prepare, monitor and adapt an organic indigo vat according to Michel Garcia’s method.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShibori work will be developed as a research tool: you will combine different folds, stitching, bindings, compression and successive baths to create a coherent collection of patterns and shades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eYou will learn to:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eprepare an organic indigo vat;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eunderstand the relationship between pigment, reducing agent, base, water and temperature;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003erecognise when the vat is ready for dyeing;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003etest and adapt the vat to the conditions of the moment;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003emonitor the evolution and exhaustion of the bath;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003edye cellulosic fibres and, when appropriate, protein fibres;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eplan a sequence of dips and oxidations;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003edevelop shibori patterns intentionally;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003erecord recipes, variables and results in order to repeat or adjust the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the end, you take home:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eseveral samples with different intensities of blue;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ea practical guide to the procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGeneral information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrivate groups: yes\u003cbr\u003eSchools and institutions: adaptable format\u003cbr\u003eProfessional\/teacher training: may give rise to specific content, handled separately\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BlancArt Studio","offers":[{"title":"Quero descobrir — 2h30","offer_id":55117352010070,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Quero continuar a aprender — 4h","offer_id":55117352042838,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Quero desenvolver a minha autonomia — 1 dia","offer_id":55117352075606,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/7326\/6262\/files\/Captura_de_ecra_2026-08-31_as_18.05.20.png?v=1788195956","url":"https:\/\/www.blancart.studio\/en\/products\/introducao-ao-indigo-e-ao-shibori","provider":"BlancArt Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}