Craft at Risk: Using Natural Dyes
Date: Nov 22
1:00 pm
- 4:00 pm
Where: Art Gallery Classroom
Craft at Risk
Eco printing is a great technique for those new to natural dyes. It has a striking visual impact, is easy to learn, and everyone comes away with something — in this case, a piece of silk fabric and dyed watercolour paper. Natural dyeing, the process of adding colour to textile materials through the use of natural materials such as plants or animals, was added to the 2024 Craft at Risk List and listed as Endangered.
Cost: $40 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members. All materials included. Register online!
About the Presenter:
Susan Furneaux is a teacher, artist, craft consultant, and mentor. She specializes in natural dye and fibre techniques, learning, teaching, and exhibiting throughout Newfoundland and Labrador, nationally and internationally. Susan has won multiple awards for her embroidery, natural dyes, and innovative use of natural materials, including the 2024 Arts NL Arts and Education Award. In 2022, Susan was a mentor with Heritage NL’s Mentor-Apprentice Program. Motivated by reciprocal knowledge exchange, capacity building, and the preservation of traditional skills, Furneaux shared the craft of Bark Tanning.
Presented in partnership with Heritage NL.
Events & Programs
Commemorate Remembrance Day at The Rooms with a screening of Trail of the Caribou, a powerful documentary that tells the story of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment during the First World War.
Hosted by Allan Hawco and Mark Critch, the film follows their journey through Türkiye, Belgium, and France as they trace the footsteps of the regiment. Along the way, they explore the profound sacrifices and lasting impact of those who served overseas in this pivotal conflict.
The 45-minute documentary will be shown on a continuous loop in The Rooms’ Theatre. This film is presented courtesy of CBC – Newfoundland & Labrador.
This is a free drop-in screening; no ticket is required.