What is a Batik Residency?

    Students create their own exciting, individual Batiks, and develop an understanding of this success oriented, self-esteem boosting, fiber art form with both African and Indonesian roots. This unusual process involves fabric, melted beeswax, and vibrant fabric dyes. The results are incredibly beautiful and many families proudly frame their student’s art. Teachers are encouraged to have fun and create their own batik. 

With input from teachers, the subjects of the Batiks can be integrated with and enhance your Social Studies or Science curriculum. Many schools use this Batik Residency year after year to become a tradition that students and parents look forward to in a particular grade. 

Students and staff always love this fun residency! 

     Teachers are consulted to adapt the program to appropriate skill levels for grades 4-12.