Batik Illustration: Wax-Resist Dyeing

Start the course by getting to know your teacher, Ikaro Batik. He tells you all about his career including how he got started, his artistic influences, and what inspired him to explore the world of batik. He also gives you an overview of the course content and explains the final project.

Discover the history and origins of this dyeing technique and how it continues to play an important role in many cultures today. Take an in-depth look at the materials and tools needed to create your own piece and follow along as Ikaro explains his creative approach. Then, make a sketch of your design to guide you during the dyeing process.

Once your design is ready, learn how to transfer it to cloth and attach it to a frame. Ikaro explains how wax works as a resist, how to properly heat it, and how to prepare mixtures before guiding you through the immersion dyeing process.

Finally, discover techniques for removing the wax from your batik illustration to reveal the design created with the resists and dyes. Finish up the course with some tips on how to preserve and frame your batik projects.