Traditional techniques for applying natural dyes are an essential part of African art. Techniques like batik or tie-dyeing are commonly used to create intricate patterns with these dyes. These ...

Participants appreciate the charm of Miao Batik.[Photo provided to Chinaculture.org] From May 19 to 23, "The Essence of Nature" Exhibition of Chinese Indigo Dyeing Art, revolving around both the ...

On February 5, 2025, at exactly 5:18pm when I got a congratulatory mail from the Global Investigative Journalism Conference, with my heart throbbing fast, my eye skimmed through the subject-line as I ...

African tie-dye tops are the perfect combination of culture and style, which is why they're so popular. The unique patterns and vibrant colors of these tops can easily elevate any winter wardrobe. By ...

In a century-old courtyard, several tourists are learning how to tie-dye a piece of white cloth. As tourism takes hold in the Dali Bai autonomous prefecture, in Yunnan province, more visitors are ...

Abstract: In this article, we proposed a novel piezoelectric energy harvester based on hierarchical auxetic structures to improve the power output. The auxetic structure can harvest more energy ...