Books and Media - Batik

In this video, art instructor Helen Carkin demonstrates the batik process from the initial design to applying the wax and dying the cloth to removal of the wax and mounting the finished piece for framing. 60 minutes.

A batik design is built up by color, using sequences of wax, dye, rinse, dry on cloth. This practical guide will teach you a range of techniques to create abstract designs as well as painterly images. By Rosi Robinson. Paperback. 96 pages. 8½" × 11".

This book demonstrates the beautiful effects that anyone can achieve with the unique art known as batik. It includes ideas for creating a wallhanging or a selection of fashion garments. Authors — Heather Griffin and Margaret Hone. Paperback. 48 pages.