{"product_id":"introduction-to-natural-dyes","title":"Introduction to Natural Dyes – 6 Dec 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn the basics of natural dyes in this one-day workshop.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunday, 6 December 2026\u003cbr\u003e2.00–5.00pm\u003cbr\u003eAt Camden Art Centre\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by the permaculture principles of re-use and zero waste, join artist Johanna Tagada Hoffbeck to learn the basics of natural dyes and reveal a palette of colours from plant-based kitchen waste, such as onion and garlic skins, tea, carrot peel and avocado pits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop is directly inspired by the method Johanna employs in her series of collaborative installations, ‘Penser, Manger, Partager’ (‘To Think, To Eat’ To Share’) (2015 – present). Johanna will also share her experience growing and foraging plants responsibly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an entry-level adult-only workshop, and no prior experience is required. The method can be repeated at home, with no additional material purchased other than what is found on most kitchen shelves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll materials and a tea break will be provided.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA short history of natural dyes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstration of the creation of two colours using natural dyes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnowledge of how to safely repeat the process and create natural dyes at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo natural dye samples to home home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic fabric knowledge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnowledge of non-toxic mordants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnowledge of plant-based cooking waste and plants to use as natural dyes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic knowledge of plants which can be safely and responsibly foraged in England as natural dyes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnowledge of a selection of plants that can be grown in small home gardens in England for natural dyes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspiration for natural practices and fabric care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA selection of books and natural dye samples to consult during the workshop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum places available: 20. Participants must be 18 or over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscounts and concessions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudent discount and concessionary prices are available for this workshop. As per our concessions policy, customers are required to submit evidence of eligibility. Please visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.camdenartcentre.org\/pages\/concessions-policy\"\u003epolicy page\u003c\/a\u003e to find out more.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the tutor \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohanna Tagada Hoffbeck (b. 1990, France) is a transdisciplinary artist based in rural Oxfordshire. Her practice, rooted in ecological awareness, spans painting, sculpture, photography, publishing, horticulture, and participatory projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohanna’s work expresses care and tenderness, reflecting on the fragility and beauty of life. Recent solo exhibitions include \u003cem\u003eSoft Soft\u003c\/em\u003e at Mutty, Castiglione Delle Stiviere (2025) and \u003cem\u003eDreaming About Tomorrow\u003c\/em\u003e at Nidi Gallery, Tokyo (2022). Group exhibitions include \u003cem\u003eSoil\u003c\/em\u003e at Somerset House, London (2025), T\u003cem\u003ehe Equal Right to Live and Blossom\u003c\/em\u003e at Kate MacGarry, London (2024), \u003cem\u003eOne Foot in the Sky\u003c\/em\u003e at Contemporary Sculpture Fulmer, UK (2023), and \u003cem\u003eEdge Effects\u003c\/em\u003e at Whitechapel Gallery, London (2024).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohanna tends two allotment plots in rural Oxfordshire, where, inspired by natural farming and following veganic permaculture principles, herbs, vegetables, fruits, flowers, dyes, and medicinal plants are often grown from organic seeds. She has learned about Natural Dyes during her childhood in rural Alsace (France) from her grandmother and later while living in India and travelling to Japan. For over a decade now, Johanna has focused on exploring botanical dyes on reclaimed cellulose fabrics in several of her art projects, of which the series ‘Penser, Manger, Partager’ is perhaps most well-known. Johanna continues to learn and explore natural dyes in England and during her travels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, Johanna founded the collaborative initiatives Poetic Pastel Press and The Gardening Drawing Club, the latter of which includes a Community Dye Plant Plot in Oxfordshire. Johanna is also the cofounder of the printed publication series \u003cem\u003eJournal du Thé – Contemporary Tea Culture\u003c\/em\u003e. She has given talks, organised and facilitated workshops and learning programs for adults and children at multiple art institutions, including Camden Art Centre.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Camden Art Centre Courses","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58780284813693,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/0331\/4362\/files\/Johanna-Tagada-Hoffbeck-Penser-Manger-Partager-London-November-2019-659x987.jpg?v=1790608425","url":"https:\/\/shop.camdenartcentre.org\/products\/introduction-to-natural-dyes","provider":"Camden Art Centre Trading Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}