Let’s paint on fabric, inspired by Sudanese Tobe (traditional women's wear that is hand-painted), using brushes and acrylic colours, while incorporating threads, sequins, and embroidery with artist Maria Faiomy.

This workshop highlights how Sudanese textiles, historically symbols of elegance and identity, can also be a tool for empowerment and self-expression. You will explore how cloth connects women across generations and cultures, weaving stories of resilience, creativity, and strength into the fabric.

Maria Faiomy is an artist, workshop facilitator, and member of BRAC (Bristol Refugee Artists Collective). She specialises in working with fabric materials, creating embroidery, crochet, and felting projects. She has participated in many art exhibitions around Bristol.