Ignite your creativity and connect with nature through botanical printing! In this hands-on workshop, Yakona’s Arts & Engagement Manager, Rena Olson, will teach you how to make botanical prints by transferring the natural pigments found in plants directly onto fabric. Explore the beauty of leaves, flowers, and other organic materials, while also discovering the art of using a natural "dye blanket" to create colorful backgrounds. Whether you're new to eco printing or looking to expand your skills, this class offers a unique opportunity to work with the natural world to create one-of-a-kind pieces of art.
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Registration required.
Ages 18+
Event is free; donations are welcome.
No experience necessary. All materials will be provided.
Workshop will be held at Yakona Nature Preserve & Learning Center.
Carpooling will be necessary for the 2-mile drive into Yakona. Four-wheel drive is not needed, but be aware we'll be driving on logging roads, so decent ground clearance is recommended for passenger cars.
this class is full. please register to be placed on our waiting list.
artist bio
Rena Olson is a versatile artisan whose creative journey spans photography, glass fusing, jewelry making, and eco-conscious crafts. Starting as a professional photographer, she captures nature's beauty and documents conservation efforts from the sky, using her work to raise awareness for environmental causes. Her passion for craftsmanship extends to creating organic bath & body products, artisanal candles, and textiles dyed through sustainable methods, such as botanical dyes and eco-printing. Rena's art is a seamless blend of nature, beauty, and purpose, reflecting her commitment to sustainability and her deep connection to the earth. Through each medium, she tells stories that are both timeless and personally meaningful.