Batik Painting & the Peranakan Story Workshop
New Activity
Peranakan Mansion 283A Joo Chiat Rd
- Explore Peranakan textile traditions and create own batik-inspired artwork on cloth to bring home
- Learn wax-resist textile art techniques, color palettes, and design elements characteristic of Peranakan batik art
- Option to don the exquisite Nyonya sarong kebaya, and capture timeless photographs and videos within the mansion's ornate interiors
What to expect
An immersive cultural workshop that explores the rich tapestry of Peranakan identity through the art of batik painting. Participants will discover how batik—long associated with the Malay world—was adopted, adapted, and elevated by the Peranakan Chinese community into an art form reflecting both heritage and hybridity. Participants will learn about Peranakan batiks from Pekalongan, renowned in the 19th and early 20th centuries for its exquisitely hand-drawn batiks tailored specifically to the tastes of wealthy Nyonyas
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