Day Five: It's a Wrap

While the artists were working on their animal masks, small groups began to use leftover batik to cover cardboard for their front and back covers. After lunch, we drilled holes and used Japanese Stab binding to compile all of their writings, sketches and small artwork into one art piece. Looking through the books provided such a nice reflection on the journey and processes over the past week.

Day Three: Batik Part II

Back to Batik! Letting our patterns and lines go, we painted with wax in a free flowing manner. We talked about making connections and creating movement. Now, with a second layer of wax, we dyed the muslin again, hoping to create some layers. And of course, back outside to let them dry!

We finished the pieces by hanging them with found sticks and branches. A brief discussion about how to extend the space using objects such as feathers, yarn and any other pieces of interest.

Day Two: Things are Heating Up!

So after spending a day getting to know all of the artists, we thought they were ready for hot wax! Again, using the molds and line drawings as reference we used thick strips of black construction paper to create simplified patterns to help guide our hot, waxy brushes.

 

Old soup cans with home-fashioned "cosies" made a great container for the wax. Each artist had her own to help prevent any accidents. Everyone was so careful and really embraced the challenge!

 

Some of the wax came through the muslin and created wonderful texture on the patterned pieces! This will surely be a great page in our art journals

 

Any good day at camp in Maine needs some outdoor time. The kids ran around while their batik's blew in the wind.