Between the Threads: Batik as Character, Cosmos, and Creation

A demonstration and artist talk by Agus Ismoyo, Nia Fliam, and Desmond Anabrang — expert batik artists briefly visiting the United States from Yogyakarta, Indonesia — this special presentation provides an intimate look at both the technical and spiritual aspects of a time-honored art form.

Batik uses hot wax to dye textiles with intricate patterns and designs. Requiring great concentration, it is considered a vessel for heightened consciousness and a doorway to intangible realms. This talk explores batik as a living process shaped by ecological rhythms, philosophical inquiry, and spiritual intention.

Schedule

11:30 AM | Ghibli Doodling Class (Koret Education Center)
Drop in for a guided drawing session inspired by the whimsy and wonder of Studio Ghibli — no experience needed, just imagination.

1 PM | Batik Demonstration and Talk (Samsung Hall)
Featuring expert batik artists Agus Ismoyo, Nia Fliam, and Desmond Anabrang.

1:30 PM | Monthly-Makers: Brush painting (Koret Education Center)
Learn basic brush strokes to create beautiful Chinese calligraphy with Docent Pauline Tsui. Each Sunday in August will feature a different lesson. All are welcome!

2PM | Performance by Violinist Rose Crelli (North Court)
Yay Area classics like you’ve never heard them before.

Tours

11 AM | Family Storytelling, ages 3–6
11 AM | Yuan-Goang Ming: Everyday War docent tour
1 PM | Family Storytelling, all ages

This event is part of Sundays at the Museum. See all upcoming Sundays at the Museum events. 

Free First Sunday invites visitors to enjoy cultural celebrations, hands-on workshops, dance and music performances, food pop-ups and tastings, group tours, and other community events, as well as our world-renowned collection and special exhibitions.