Batik

Batik is wax-resist dyeing. Fabric is painted with wax, then dyed. The dye will not penetrate waxed areas. I'll take most of the credit for this one. I learned the basics in "Kiddie Art" in college, but worked in batik for quite a few years, and developed my own expertise. I used to be a “purist,” working from light to dark, building up wax one layer at a time. I’ve completely reversed my methods now, and work in many stages of wax application and removal to allow for as much variety in colors that I require for an individual piece. I also use a lot of direct application of smaller areas of unique color. It can get complicated.