Eco-Printing Discovery - Purawisata Cultural Workshop Series
Eco-Printing Workshop in Yogyakarta: Create Your Own Botanical Art
Create a one-of-a-kind botanical artwork using real Indonesian flora
Join an Authentic Eco-Printing Experience at Amphitheater Purawisata Step into the lush surroundings of Amphitheater Purawisata in Yogyakarta and experience the art of eco-printing, a nature-inspired technique that transforms leaves and flowers into stunning fabric designs. This 2-hour interactive workshop offers travelers a creative and meaningful cultural activity—perfect for eco-conscious tourists, art lovers, and families.
Make Your Own Eco-Print fabric Using Indonesian Leaves and Flowers
Learn how to design and craft your own eco-print fabric using natural materials and traditional methods. Guided by local experts, this hands-on experience blends Javanese craftsmanship, sustainability education, and personalized art-making in a peaceful garden setting.
Take Home a Handmade Souvenir and Cultural Insight
You’ll not only go home with a beautiful handmade souvenir, but also a deeper understanding of how nature and culture merge through art in Java.
Eco-Printing Workshop Overview:
Key Details Location: Amphitheater Purawisata, Yogyakarta
Time Slot: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Duration: Approx. 2 hours long
Price: IDR 500,000/person
What’s Included in Your Eco-Printing Class
* Welcome drink (traditional herbal beverage) & local snack
* 2–3 hour eco-printing session guided by a local artisan
* English-speaking facilitator
* Handmade eco-print tote bag to take home
* Photo & video documentation throughout the activity
* Optional add-on: lunch or transfer to next destination
Eco-Printing Workshop Itinerary in Yogyakarta
10:00 AM – Welcome & Introduction
• Enjoy a traditional herbal drink and snack
• Learn about the cultural roots and environmental value of eco-printing
10:15 AM – Eco-Printing Technique Demonstration
• Artisan guides you through eco-printing steps
• Touch and examine leaves, fabrics, and natural dyes
10:30 AM – Design Your Eco-Print Artwork
• Choose from a selection of local leaves and flowers
• Sketch or compose your botanical layout on fabric
11:00 AM – Fabric Arrangement & Preparation
• Treat the fabric and arrange your materials
• Get step-by-step guidance on layering and bundling
11:30 AM – Steaming Process & Waiting Time
• Bundle your work and place it into the steamer
• While waiting, enjoy a short documentary about eco-art in Indonesia
12:00 PM – Reveal Your Eco-Printed Masterpiece
• Open your bundle and reveal your creation
• Allow to dry and take group photos with your art
12:30 PM – Sustainability Reflection & Group Discussion
• Discuss the role of eco-conscious art and cultural preservation
• Participate in Q&A with your artisan facilitator
1:00 PM – Closing & Souvenir Distribution
• Receive your finished eco-print tote as a keepsake
• Optional group lunch or transfer available if booked in advance
Top Reasons to Join This Eco-Printing Workshop in Yogyakarta
* Hands-on sustainability: Experience real eco-art using Indonesian plants
* Creative & educational: Learn from local artisans in an authentic setting
* Unique souvenir: Bring home a tote bag that you designed and made
* Fully documented: Get great photos of your artistic process
* Support local culture: Help preserve traditional techniques and eco-awareness
Good to Know
- This is a beginner-friendly workshop—no prior experience required.
- Eco-printing can get a little messy—wear comfortable clothes.
- The workshop takes place in a shaded, semi-outdoor setting surrounded by nature.
- Children aged 14+ are welcome with adult supervision.
- Limited slots available—advance booking is highly recommended.
- A warm welcome with traditional herbal drinks and snacks.
- Step-by-step guidance from local artisans on the eco-printing process.
- Access to fresh leaves, flowers, and natural dyes to create your own design.
- A hands-on, creative session including bundling, steaming, and unveiling your tote.
- A chance to learn about sustainability, local flora, and Indonesian craft traditions.
- A meaningful souvenir to take home—your very own eco-printed tote bag.
- Beautiful photo opportunities and a peaceful atmosphere in a cultural venue
- Sustainability in Focus: Make a real impact by creating eco-art from local flora—blending creativity, culture, and sustainability in one meaningful experience.
- Eco-Friendly Souvenir: Take home a one-of-a-kind, eco-friendly keepsake—your own creation using Indonesian flora that reflects your creativity & local culture.
- Guided by Local Artisans: Learn eco-printing techniques from experienced local artists in an engaging, hands-on workshop.
- Nature-Inspired Creativity: Choose leaves, arrange designs, and see your artwork come alive using natural steam-based dyeing methods.
- Create Your Own Eco Fabric: Design a one-of-a-kind tote bag using real leaves and flowers through the traditional art of eco-printing.
Booking & Cancellation
Bookings must be made at least 72 hours in advance. Cancellations made more than 48 hours before the workshop will receive a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours or no-shows are non-refundable.-
Arrival Time
Please arrive at least 10–15 minutes before the workshop begins. Guests who arrive late may miss important parts of the experience, and we may not be able to repeat earlier instructions. -
Health & Safety
This is a hands-on workshop using natural materials and steam. Please let us know in advance if you have allergies or sensitivities. All participants are expected to follow the safety guidance provided by our facilitators. -
Souvenir & Documentation
Each participant will take home a unique eco-printed tote bag. Since this is a natural art process, results may vary. Photos and videos may be taken during the workshop for documentation and promotional purposes—please inform us if you prefer not to be photographed.
