Workshop – Printing Workshop: On Taiwan’s Botanical and Culinary Heritage
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31.08.2024
Walking Grass Agriculture
In this printing workshop, Taiwanese artist collective Walking Grass Agriculture takes wild vegetable and plants as background patterns with main patterns of three fruits introduced to Taiwan during the Dutch period in the 17th century –wax apple, sugar apple, and mango. With the silkscreen printing, they invite the participants to print on the picnic mat. They will explore the role of wild plants as both food and medicine in times of scarcity, and guide participants to consider the intersection of exotic and native species plants in Taiwan’s food culture. This workshop is not only an artistic practice, but a deep reflection on botanical culture of a specific place, allowing participants to realize the close connection between food and historical significances. The picnic mat will be used at the picnic event on 1st September. You’re also welcome to bring your own fabric and keep the beautiful pattern on your own stuff.