The art of African wax-resist dyeing holds a special place in the continent's cultural tapestry. This process, which involves ...

Malaysian artist Haris Rashid has found a way to merge the two into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Based in Kuala Lumpur, the ...

Africa holds a vibrant legacy in cotton spinning, woven into the fabric of its cultural history. This article unveils the ...

Indonesian batik relied on natural dyes sourced from the earth, such as deep blue from indigo leaves and browns and golds from various tree barks. “These earthy tones remain a hallmark of ...

Eric’s wife Leoni is herself a fashion designer and ‘dye master’ having studied the subject in Germany and Malaysia. Their six-decade batik saga was not without lapses and hiccups. In times when the ...