Frida: The Making of an Icon: Silk Painting Workshop with Hilary Simon
About the event
Led by artist Hilary Simon, join this silk painting workshop with designs inspired by the Frida: The Making of an Icon exhibition
Discover the vibrant art of silk painting in this inspiring one-day workshop, designed to share the craftsmanship of this timeless technique.Led by experienced textile artist Hilary Simon, this workshop draws inspiration from the current Frida: The Making of an Icon exhibition. You'll explore the gutta resist technique—a versatile method for creating richly coloured designs on silk—and develop your own unique silk panel.Hilary brings a wealth of artistic expertise specialist knowledge to the session. Her understanding of Frida Kahlo's work and the rich traditions of Mexican textiles provide a inspiring foundation for this creative session.The workshop is suitable for beginners and people of all abilities alike.
