 Batik is beautiful! There is no other way to describe this incredible method of artistry.The art of Batik is a traditional Indonesian method of hand-painting multi-colored designs and patterns on fabrics and cloth, including the most beautiful silks (left). The Batiks later become scarves, dresses, sarongs, and designer fabrics for home furnishing. Batik is believed to have flourished in the Orient as early as the 12th century, but ancient batiks excavated in Egypt have been dated to the 5th and 6th Century AD. Meaning "to dot" or "to drop", Batik is one of the most beautiful decorative techniques that expresses true Indonesian culture. It is a cherished art-form in Javenese culture where the most complex batiks can take up to 1 year to complete. Some of the world's finest batiks are created in Java still today. Dying the fabric is a complex process that involves using warm beeswax, either klowong or tembok, and a dye-resistance substance, while the painted areas are patterned and designed through a free-hand method inspired by the artist. |
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The designs are truly magical, ranging from complex geometrical patterns, religious symbolism, flower patterns, animals, gods and even people. Batik enthusiasts will be truly inspired in Ubud! Ubud has many specialized shops that offer Batik courses. These courses offer a rare opportunity to awaken and express your creativity while learning one of the finest and intricate of Balinese arts.
