Community Indigo Dye Dip- with Bakari Akinyele

Bakari Akinyele (he/him)
Bakari Akinyele is a natural indigo and culinary fermentation specialist whose practice is deeply rooted in the indigo dye traditions of South Korea and Mali. Grounded in the philosophy of sustainability, his visual arts work explores how physical objects can be preserved, beautified, and extended in their usefulness for future generations.

In Celebration of Earth Day – April 19th 2025
Join Bakari for a Community Indigo Vat Day at Sew Green Arts Studio. From 10 AM to 3 PM, he will offer indigo dyeing sessions ($25 per person) and guide participants in the care and stewardship of a live indigo vat.

Each guest is invited to bring two freshly washed white cotton items ready for a sustainable transformation through natural dye.

Location:
Sew Green Arts Studio
452 Gates Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11216
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Register at www.blackgirlssew.bigcartel.com