“There was a peace in that blue light, more peace than sleep itself, and more than that there was a freedom, and I knew that the elders had not lied, that there really was a home place of our own.”
THE WATER DANCER, TA-NEHISI COATES
WELCOME TO BLUE LIGHT JUNCTION
A natural dye studio in Central Baltimore
Alternative Color Lab • Dye Garden • Retail Space • Educational Facility
Founded by textile artist, farmer, and natural dyer Kenya Miles, Blue Light Junction is an independently run studio, committed to uplifting the techniques and work of cultural practitioners of natural dyes as well as collectively growing and grounding our work in Baltimore City.
May Workshops
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Beautiful Blooms: Mother's Day Pop-Up Card Making Workshop
Saturday, May 10th | 10 am - 1 pm
Join artist/educator, Linda Whelihan in the studio and create a variety of colorful cards to send to your special someones. You'll learn simple pop-up techniques that can be adapted to celebrate any occasion. Brighten someone's day with a handcrafted bouquet!
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Naturally Dyed Tatreez Workshop
Sunday, May 18th | 10 am - 2:30 pm
Join artists Hannah Atallah and Kenya Miles for a hands-on workshop where you will explore the intersection of natural dyeing and traditional Palestinian embroidery, known as tatreez.
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The Art of Indigo: A Hands-On Workshop in East Asian Textiles
Saturday, May 31st | 10 am - 3 pm
In this hands-on workshop, you will create a unique fabric book featuring various shades of indigo and intricate patterns. We will explore two traditional East Asian textile techniques: Stitched Shibori and Soy Flour Paste Resist.
NATURAL DYE STUDIO
& ANNEX GARDEN
Blue Light Junction is a heritage project focused on growing, processing and preserving natural dyes through their histories, traditions, enhancements and use in everyday objects.
Located in Central Baltimore’s Station North/Greenmount neighborhood, Blue Light Junction operate as an alternative color lab, educational facility and gathering space. The studio also steward the annex of Hidden Harvests “Natural Dye Garden” , located next to the studio where we cultivate and host a variety of dye and medicinal plants.
SOME KIND
OF BLUE
BLUE LIGHT JUNCTION | CONCEPT STORE
A curated collection of storied objects showcasing both the devotion and the divine that is exalted and exists within myriad expressions of blue.
Open Every Saturday from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm
209 McAllister St , Baltimore
VOLUNTEER DAYS CALENDAR:
Join Us! During the Fall/Winter season, we are working on processing seeds, indigo & other plants, and garden planning/preparation for the next season.
Come, connect, and learn more about natural dyes and the plants we grow at Blue Light Junction. This is an open space for the community and all ages and experience levels are welcome.
Swing by at 209 McAllister St, Baltimore any of the days marked in the calendar anytime during volunteer hours.
Or send us a message to volunteers@bluelightjunction.com for any questions you may have
SUPPORT THE STUDIO
The natural dye studio and garden is supported by a number of committed volunteers including artist, students, teachers, and community members invested in the cultivation, exploration and preservation of natural dyes.
With your support we will continue to forge ahead with focus and commitment towards building the first natural dye studio in Baltimore City.
Support this initiative trough our GoFundMe campaign.
