Climate Month Workshop: Nature-Inspired Abstract Fiber Art
Mini Abstract Fiber Art Workshop: Nature-Inspired Landscapes
2 Hours
$60 / per person
Capacity: 20 Participants
Date: Friday, April 24th
Time: 6-8 PM
Location: Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Details: Dive into the world of abstract fiber art in this immersive, hands-on workshop. You’ll discover the versatility of punch needle, a traditional North American craft that grew out of 19th-century rug hooking, and learn how it can be used in fresh, contemporary ways.
You’ll experiment with yarn, fabric, beads, punch needles, and embroidery needles to create rich textures and patterns on indigo-dyed monk's cloth. Guided by Tyler, you’ll explore techniques that encourage play, intuition, and personal expression while creating abstract shapes and patterns inspired by landscapes and ecosystems.
Workshop Space:
This workshop will take place at Gallery B in Bethesda, MD, which is showcasing "A Persistent Nature" for Climate Month, April 3 - April 26, by the ImageineEarth Collective. You'll be creating in the gallery space surrounded by nature-inspired artwork from 8+ artists, including workshop instructor, Tyler Sanville.
The ImagineEarth Collective (@imagineearthcollective) explores this commonality through works from our climate-focused artists, who are persevering amid a DMV community undergoing change and volatility.
*Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, April 4 from 5pm to 8pm!
Materials Provided:
- Embroidery hoop frame
- 100% Cotton Monk's Cloth hand dyed in indigo
- Wide selection of novelty yarns in various colors and materials
- Beads
- Embroidery floss
- Lavor adjustable punch needle size Fine + 1 Embroidery needle
- Scissors
Participants are welcome to bring any fibers, fabrics, beads, or other materials from their personal collections that they would like to incorporate.
About the Instructor:
Tyler is a modern fiber artist and instructor based in Riverdale, MD, specializing in punch needle rug hooking. Her practice is shaped by a 15-year career in environmental advocacy, drawing continual inspiration from the natural world. Blending traditional textile techniques with contemporary expression, Tyler uses bold colors and rich textures to create abstract fiber art that resembles textures and patterns found in landscapes and ecosystems.
In addition to creating, Tyler teaches punch needle workshops, creating space for people to slow down, connect, and discover the therapeutic value of working with fiber. She is an Oxford Certified Punch Needle Instructor, known for her welcoming, inclusive teaching style that fosters creativity, community, and joy. Whether working with small groups or large audiences or designing art for your space, she is committed to making fiber art accessible and inspiring care for one another and the planet.
