India Flint :: Botanical Alchemist

Australian-born Textile Artist, India Flint, is renown for her ability to weave nature’s tapestry into her creations, allowing the delicate beauty of the natural world to permeate her work. With a captivating style that combines eco-dyeing, botanical alchemy, and slow stitching, Flint has established herself as a pioneer of environmentally conscious textile practices. Her work always reflects her passion for sustainability and eco-consciousness, reflecting her deep commitment to preserving the environment. Flint sources her materials ethically, often foraging for plants and utilizing recycled fabrics, aligning her practice with the principles of slow fashion. Key takeaways: 1. All plant dyes in their natural state are acidic (the opportunities are endless). 2. Rolling leaves in cloth and tying the bundle tightly means that (as the bundle is heated) the dye participles are literally forced into the cloth under pressure, resulting in a contact print. It is such a simple magic. 3. Working with local colour is great. What indigenous plants are in your area? 4. Learn the names of the plants that surround you and research their properties. Know what you are dealing with. 5. Avoid the use of plastic barrier layers in your bundles, use old sheeting or paper (hanji paper is fabulous) instead 6. Embrace the adventure, treat “failures” as a pre-mordant for the next layer. Read the full interview her: https://www.sofst.org/india-flint-the... ----- #textileart #ecoprint #naturaldyes #fibreart