What natural colors might be experienced from the mycological landscape of Catalina Island? California is a vast biodiversity hotspot hosting different species of fungi across all of its variable habitats: from its wettest coastal forests, to its isolated islands, driest deserts, and beyond. Dip into mushroom dyeing and consider how natural color can inspire us to look more closely at our local environments and encourage stewardship of our critical native habitats.
Participants will learn how to dye with local species of fungi through an ecologically-grounded approach. They will also take home samples of mushroom-dyes concocted together in class and dye their own silk scarf.
This class will include:
⁕ Reference resources for continued research in mycology and color from fungi
What to Bring:⁕ Comfortable shoes ⁕ Water bottle ⁕ Notebook and pen/sketchbook ⁕ Sunhat/sunscreen ⁕ Overview on tools and materials ⁕ Optional: Extra funds for dyeing additional scarves (if time and supplies allow)