Kibibi Ajanku is a Indigo Fiber Artist who has recently collaborated with Agrihood Baltimore Urban Farmers and the Natural Dye Initiative to bring to life one of her signature community projects, the Indigo Dye Village. Together, with a multi-generational team comprised of her children and grandchildren, she set up a community dye vat at the Wednesday Farmers Market and various locations across the urban landscape, creating a unique experience that is both educational and interactive. Participants are invited to learn about hand-dyed Indigo techniques as they relate to West Africa and have the opportunity to create their own tie and dye projects.
The Indigo Dye Village is transported on an Arabber Cart, which has deep historical significance in Baltimore City. The Indigo Dye vIllage brings Baltimore's Arabber tradition to life, celebrating and preserving the vibrant culture of this 19th-century tradition. Kibibi's Arabber Cart is decorated in bright blues in honor of the colorful, eye-catching carts of the past. You may catch her riding her horse-drawn cart through the city as she makes her way to market.
Kibibi's work is inspired by the vibrant hues of her West African heritage and combines the traditional with the modern. Kibibi is passionate about creating art that celebrates African and African American culture and the art of natural dyeing.
Learn more about Kibibi Ajanku's Indigo Dye Village and discover how they are making a positive impact in Baltimore by attending an event through the months of July and August.
Kibibi Ajanku Indigo Dye Village 2023
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