Geographies of Black Plant-Fibers and Dyes
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
with Teju Adisa-Farrar
This knowledge share delves into the heritage and resilience of plant fibers and dyes integral to Indigenous Black African geographies and the Black diaspora in the Caribbean. While most plant fibers and dyes are used primarily for textiles, this knowledge share will explore how these plants embody cultural identity, spirituality, ecological awareness, and medicinal properties. This knowledge share will also examine the aesthetic impact of Black textile traditions on contemporary interior design, as well as how to honor and preserve these ancient practices. Together, we'll discuss strategies for decolonizing design to support and celebrate Black fiber futures.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
with Teju Adisa-Farrar
This knowledge share delves into the heritage and resilience of plant fibers and dyes integral to Indigenous Black African geographies and the Black diaspora in the Caribbean. While most plant fibers and dyes are used primarily for textiles, this knowledge share will explore how these plants embody cultural identity, spirituality, ecological awareness, and medicinal properties. This knowledge share will also examine the aesthetic impact of Black textile traditions on contemporary interior design, as well as how to honor and preserve these ancient practices. Together, we'll discuss strategies for decolonizing design to support and celebrate Black fiber futures.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
with Teju Adisa-Farrar
This knowledge share delves into the heritage and resilience of plant fibers and dyes integral to Indigenous Black African geographies and the Black diaspora in the Caribbean. While most plant fibers and dyes are used primarily for textiles, this knowledge share will explore how these plants embody cultural identity, spirituality, ecological awareness, and medicinal properties. This knowledge share will also examine the aesthetic impact of Black textile traditions on contemporary interior design, as well as how to honor and preserve these ancient practices. Together, we'll discuss strategies for decolonizing design to support and celebrate Black fiber futures.