Batik Bajan-style
Meet Henderson Reece, a Barbadian artist who’s been mixing the business and pleasure of batik making for over 35 years. Capturing familiar local scenes in this globally-treasured medium is his speciality, and he is well known among art lovers for his fresh, vibrant and delightful batik creations. In fact, inspired by his craftsmanship, so many people asked Henderson about the possibility of learning to make batik themselves, that in 2012 he began offering workshops at his studio - a breezy, hillside house with a great view. The one day course costs BB$400 (US$200) and includes all materials and lunch. At the end you leave with your own batik, which his students often mount and frame for their homes. Mainly self-taught, Henderson’s work can be found in collections in Europe, America and the Caribbean. In Barbados the best place to find Henderson and his stunning portfolio is at The Batik Studio, Earthworks Pottery Complex, St. Thomas. Find out more about Henderson, the workshop and the art of batik itself on Henderson’s website.
Tel (246) 424-0391 or 240-4861 www.batikbarbados.com | henderson@batikbarbados.com fb: BarbadosBatik Earthworks Complex, Edgehill, St. Thomas
“Have just hung some more of your batiks... We visit every December and always come away with something lovely.” - Susan Kelley