Learn the distinctive artform known as Batik with this Singapore painting class. Guided by a local artist, follow simple instructions in a welcoming environment. Use a traditional tool to apply hot wax onto fabric to produce your own work. Ask questions about the local art scene to discover more about the region's culture and history. Classes are flexible, with at least two sessions available every day, fitting into your schedule with ease.

Practice the traditional art of batik using hot wax and fabric
Learn from a local artist about art culture in Singapore
Finish the experience with your own unique artwork as a souvenir
Choose a time that suits you, with sessions available daily

What's Included

All materials provided

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

Wisma Geylang Serai
1 Engku Aman Turn, Singapore 408528
Studio is at at the roof garden - Unit 04-06. If you travel by train, the nearest station is Paya Lebar MRT. Walk 10 minutes (850m south-east direction) or take a bus (Service 24, 76, 154, 155) from Exit B and get off at the 2nd bus stop. If you drive, public car park at basement.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travellers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travellers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

5.0

26 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

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Memorable experience

Prema_N, May 2023

The instructor was clear as we were first timers. He explained the different steps and the do’s and donts before we began. The tips during the process was useful too.

Batiking is fun!

Nora_E, May 2023

We had a great time while learning a lot. And, I think we will actually try to get better at this when we get home. We found the teacher very inspirational as well as highly skilled. it was a wonderful afternoon.

Beautiful batik

Darren_F, Mar 2023

A beautiful artwork was revealed to be a fairly easy process and a great way to unwind and de-stress.

Learn to batik

Miriam_H, Mar 2023

the batik lesson itself! The teacher was wonderful. one on one. It clearly was not a studio meant for tourists which made it all the more fun. Clearly in an office building mean for the locals.

Great experience!

Sayaka_H, Jan 2023

Teacher Kamal is very experienced and friendly. I am really satisfied with the lesson. I will recommend the lesson to my friends.

Response from Host, Jan 2023

Thank you very much. Hope to see you again soon.

Fantastic

Naoko_S, May 2022

Very hands on and no fear for first timer who may turn to repeater. Extremely enjoyable experience and good opportunity to know very rich culture. Wonderful teacher and very pleasant artistic studio.

Response from Host, May 2022

HI Naoko, We are indeed happy to have you on the workshop to experience and understand our culture. Do frame up the completed batik on the wall. Hope to see you in the future.

Wish I could do it over

PAYNESHA_A, Apr 2022

I would recommend as this was something totally new to experience. The actual process however was not well explained. I am english speaking so I do not know if that was a factor, but there was no explanation beyond- pick a pattern, this is the tool you use and how to use it. then she walked away- still near-by but doing her own thing. After the first step, she then brought out the paints and said some technique to blend colors. I wasn't aware there was a correction tool for step 1 or things I could have done to improve my project. My take away was fine but had I known more info it may have actually been nice.

Response from Host, May 2022

Hi, thank you for the feedback. In future, we ensures our instructor goes through all the process step by step so that participants understand the techniques well. We don't either recommend the correction tool in the basic batikking as the scrapping done on the wax will cause damage to the fabric, and the color painted on it will not be even.

Great class

lindakrall, Apr 2022

Fun way to spend a couple of hours learning some basic batik painting and wax techniques. Got to take home a couple of pieces that had been nicely finished for us by Kamal Arts too!

Response from Host, Apr 2022

Hi Linda and Cate, Thank you for coming down to participate in the batik painting workshop. We indeed are happy to have you ladies on board and see you both did enjoyed the session together. Do frame up the batik and hang on the wall :)

Pleasant experience

Rachel_S, Mar 2022

Instructors were friendly and instructions were clear. Just follow the simple instructions will do. My dad and I enjoyed our session.

Response from Host, Apr 2022

Hi Rachel, thank you for the positive feedback. Glad both you and dad had a good time together. Hope to see you guys again.

Chill time

Amanda_L, Apr 2021

Learning how to use the wax and the different colours to paint and how to blend. And the trick to melt the wax after. Was a nice chill time. Thanks for the teacher's patience too.

Response from Host, Aug 2021

Thank you for participating in the workshop. Glad you enjoy the session with us. Hope to see you around.

Amazingly therapeutic

Sitisholeha_K, Apr 2021

I had a great time with my mum. We learned a lot about batik! It was a very therapeutic moment. I’m glad I’m able to learn how to make and draw batik. My mum had a lot of fun! I will for sure come again and bring my siblings and friends along!

Response from Host, Mar 2022

We are happy you have enjoyed the session along with your mum. Hope to see you again.

Lovely chance to try batik -recommended

Vivienne_P, July 2019

Lovely to have had an opportunity to learn how to work with batik. Gave a basic introduction. Delighted with my beginner attempt! Found the venue to be a bit noisy and would have liked some history on the craft of batik. More Detailed instructions to the workshop room would have been helpful. Recommend.

Response from Host, July 2019

Thank you for the feedback. We will look into the issues you raised.