What is Aura in Batik?

Aura is an invisible breath (energy) with a distinctive and intangible quality that seems to surround a person or a thing.
The literal meaning of the word Batik is defined as the method of dyeing a fabric by which the parts of the fabric not intended to be dyed are covered with removable wax. In Indonesia, the word Batik means "to dot". Although this fabric can be found in many regions in Africa and India, the Batik is unique and unparalleled.

According to tradition, each time the batik artisan executes a particulary intricate pattern, the design is not only fixed upon the cloth, but the meaning of the design is engraved more deeply in the soul of the artisan themselves in the existence of AURA that surrounds. Batik is considered one of the most respected arts and is looked upon as a way to develop spiritual discipline.

Not only is Batik a rich cultural tradition , but it is also a tribute to the patience and creativity of the women/men who have fine-tuned the craft of beautifying the fabric. Credit is also given to the men who prepare the cloth and handle the dyeing and finishing process.

The process of Batik starts out with freehand pencil designs on the textile. Liquid wax is then applied to areas that are not to be colored. The whole cloth is then submerged into a large vat of dye. The wax is then removed with hot water and hand scraped from portions that are meant to be dyed later. Next, areas that need no more color are again covered with an additional layer of wax. This proccess of waxing and dyeing continues until the overall pattern and effect are acheieved.