Reba Fraser | February 2025

Through traditional batik techniques, I create pieces that merge precise geometric patterns with the organic nature of wax and dye. Coming from a multi-generational line of textile makers and learning alongside my mother, I’ve evolved these inherited techniques into my own visual language. From my first encounter with batik, the relationship between wax, dye, and textile felt wonderfully intuitive, leading me to explore increasingly complex patterns that honor both tradition and innovation. While my company Good Goodies explores loose, flowing forms in everyday textiles, my batik practice at Lamplight will intentionally push toward highly controlled designs – creating a fascinating tension between structure and spontaneity.