Indian Textile Masterclass: The Material Stories of India
4-Day Masterclass: The Material Stories of India
Dates: Mar 30 – Apr 2 (10:00-16:00 daily)
Location: Lowry Ground Floor, Textile Workshops and Studios
Hosted by: Manchester School of Art and Manchester Fashion Institute, in collaboration with NIFT (National Institute of Fashion Technology, India)
Overview:
Immerse yourself in the diversity of Indian textile heritage. This intensive 4-day masterclass, led by visiting academics and master artisans from India, blends historical context with hands-on material exploration. You will work directly with natural fibers, traditional dyes, and ancient techniques to understand their relevance in contemporary sustainable design.
Discover… the vast diversity of Indian textile materials, weaving methods, and regional designs through expert lectures…
Contextualise… the historical, cultural, and sustainable significance of textile traditions in global design practice….
Create… with your hands in practical workshops on natural dyeing, weaving, printing, and embroidery….
Engage… directly with master artisans and faculty from NIFT, India’s premier fashion and textile institute….
Collaborate… with academic staff and students from Manchester School of Art in a unique cross-cultural studio setting….
Upskill… in traditional making processes that are inspiring and relevant for contemporary fashion and textiles….
Show Leadership… by embracing diverse cultural narratives and sustainable methodologies in your creative practice….
Gain Recognition… with an externally recognised certification for your participation.
The Masterclass is recommended for current students with an interest in Indian Textiles and/or experience in Textiles.
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In A Nutshell...
- Objectives of the 4-day Masterclass on Indian Textiles are...
- To learn about the diversity of Indian textile materials, origins, weaving methods, textures, and designs...
- To contextualise the historical and cultural significance of Indian textiles...
- To learn about how Indian textiles are relevant, sustainable, and inspiring mediums for contemporary global design practice...
- To provide a hands-on practical experience with natural fibers, dyes, weaving, printing, and embroidery...
- Provide a direct interaction with Indian master artisans and faculty...
- Earn up to 55 Rise points ... which can be recognised within your degree.
Schedule
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19:02 to 19:02 on 24/03/26
Complete Self Study Kit https://moodle.mmu.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=114513 Students and staff who will be participating in this Masterclass must have completed 'The Textile Print and Dye Health and Safety awareness module' & adhere to the Health and Safety code of conduct Access Associated Resource → -
10:30 to 16:00 on 30/03/26 - Lowry Building
Masterclass Day 1 On Monday 30th March Meet in Lowry Building Foyer at 10:30 13:00-16:00 Introduction: Indian textile materials, origins, weaving methods, textures, and designs. In LW G04 & Textile Workshop -
10:00 to 16:00 on 31/03/26 - LW G04
Masterclass Day 2 Tuesday 1st April 10:00-12:00 Practical workshop delivery and any demonstrations, talks In LW G04 & Textile Workshop -
10:00 to 16:00 on 01/04/26 - LW G04
Masterclass Day 3 Wednesday 2nd April 10:00-12:00 Practical workshop delivery and any demonstrations, talks In LW G04 & Textile Workshop 13:00-16:00 Practical workshop delivery and any demonstrations, talks In LW G04 & Textile Workshop -
10:00 to 16:00 on 02/04/26 - LW G04
Masterclass Day 4 Thursday 3rd April 10:00 - 12:00 Students prepare work for display 13:00- 15:00 Showcase display and plenary with esteemed guests. 15:00 - 16:00 Pack up, tidy and say goodbye.