Wax Batik
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can create a batik design by applying wax, adding dye, and drawing in details inspired by nature.
Key learning points
- Batik has deep cultural roots, and artists use batik to honour and preserve these traditional techniques and motifs.
- The dyeing process in batik produces rich, vibrant colours that can be layered and blended.
- Wax is applied to fabric before dyeing, preventing dye from reaching certain areas and creating patterns.
Keywords
Resist - a method of blocking dye from certain areas of fabric.
Dye - a substance used to colour materials.
Wax - used in batik as a resist to create patterns.
Common misconception
You don’t have to iron off the wax after dyeing.
If you don't iron off the wax after dyeing, the fabric will look unfinished and waxy.
Teacher tip
Make sure pupils are careful whilst handling the wax pot, the wax and wax pot can get very hot. They need to be tought about this before the lesson begins.
Equipment
Wax, wax pot, old paintbrushes, tjanting, fabric dyes or inks, white cotton, permanent markers.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What happens when you paint directly onto the silkscreen?
Q2.Why is the silkscreen technique considered versatile?
Q3.How might artists develop their design after using silkscreen?
Q4.What is a silkscreen?
Q5.What is the job of a squeegee in silkscreen printing?
Q6.Why would an artist use a textile medium?
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