{"product_id":"the-detailed-leaf-print-a-botanical-printing-and-natural-dye-residency-in-rural-france","title":"The Detailed Leaf Print: A Botanical Printing and Natural Dye Residency in Rural France","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Detailed Leaf Print\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Botanical Printing and Natural Dye Residency in Rural France\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMay 25–June 1, 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLes Gonies, Southwest France\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFive teaching days | Seven nights | Maximum 12 participants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpend a week in the French countryside learning my new botanical printing technique for creating exceptionally detailed leaf prints in natural color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will work on silk and wool, focusing on prints that retain the fine character of the plant: veins, edges, texture and structure. Natural dyes will bring additional color into the process, creating results that are detailed, layered and intentional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver five teaching days, you will create a substantial personal collection of naturally dyed and botanically printed pieces while learning how fabric preparation, plant choice, mordants, dyes, moisture, pressure and processing affect the final result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat We Will Explore\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy new technique for highly detailed leaf prints\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical printing on silk and wool\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural-dye backgrounds and added color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant selection and preparation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabric preparation and mordant systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to improve clarity, definition and consistency\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will make multiple pieces throughout the week, allowing you to compare plants, fibers, colors and methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Will Take Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach participant will create an individual collection of naturally dyed and botanically printed silk and wool pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will leave with finished work, process samples, practical notes and a much clearer understanding of how to repeat and develop the technique at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a workshop in which everyone makes the same object. Your work will develop through your own choices of plants, colors, fabrics and compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Residency\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe residency takes place at Les Gonies, a working organic farm in southwest France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLes Gonies is rustic, informal and closely connected to the land. It is not a luxury retreat or a standardized hotel. The rooms, studios, farm buildings and outdoor spaces each have their own character, and the setting reflects the reality of a working, sustainable farm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor one week, we will live, work and eat together, with time for concentrated studio work, shared meals, rest, conversation and exploring the surrounding countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeals are prepared by the owners using fresh, seasonal ingredients and produce from the farm whenever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePricing and Booking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrices start from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e€1,495 per participating guest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and vary according to accommodation type and occupancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccommodation at Les Gonies includes a mixture of simple indoor rooms, studios, a gîte, a small cabin and furnished luxury tents. Because every space is different, accommodation and final pricing are arranged individually.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease contact me before booking to discuss availability, room preferences, and non-participating partners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce your accommodation has been confirmed, I will send you a personal booking and payment link.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials and Fabrics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural dyes, mordants, botanical materials and shared studio consumables are covered by a required materials fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticipants may bring their own suitable silk and wool or pre-order a curated textile pack from me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA detailed fabric guide will be provided in advance. All fabrics must be 100% silk or wool and free from synthetic blends or finishes that could interfere with the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAccommodation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeven nights of accommodation are included, from May 25 through June 1, 2027.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShared and private options are available in rooms, studios, a small cabin and furnished tents. Some accommodations have private facilities, while others use shared bathrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll accommodation is simple, rustic and limited in availability. Prices vary according to accommodation type and occupancy and will be confirmed directly.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe residency is full board, and an extra festive welcome and safer well dinner. Drinks are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDietary requirements must be discussed before booking so the hosts can confirm whether they can be accommodated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTravel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMonsempron-Libos Railway Station\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nearest station is approximately 15 minutes away. Complimentary pickup will be available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBergerac Airport\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBergerac Airport is approximately one hour away. Pickup may be arranged in advance for €75 per journey, subject to availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eToulouse Airport\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToulouse Airport is approximately two hours away. 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