Printed by Nature: Eco Printing Fundamentals with Suzanne Connors

Discover the art of eco-printing — a process that captures the delicate shapes, colors, and patterns of leaves and flowers directly onto fabric.

In this hands-on introductory workshop, Suzanne Connors will guide students through each stage of the eco-printing process, from plant selection and fabric preparation to bundling, steaming, and unveiling finished prints. Participants will explore how tannins, mordants, heat, moisture, and pressure interact to create subtle and often surprising botanical impressions on cloth.

Throughout the day, students will create a series of fabric samples while learning the foundations needed to continue exploring botanical printing independently. Each participant will also complete a finished scarf or cloth piece using natural leaves and botanical materials.

The experience is equal parts alchemy and artistry — revealing how simple organic materials can produce layered, atmospheric, and deeply personal textile surfaces.

This workshop also serves as the recommended prerequisite for students planning to participate in the 4-Day Botanical Print Immersion later in the week.