Art You Can Wear. Stories You Can Feel
SunRay Wearable Art blends culture, creativity, and sustainable textile practice. Led by Dr. Jelina Haines, an established artist with 22 years of experience and wearable artworks held in 18 countries, SunRay integrates Indigenous Filipino story work with contemporary design to foster environmental and social responsibility. Each workshop promotes circular making, transforming natural and reclaimed materials into meaningful wearable art, while nurturing community enterprise, cultural continuity, and the joy of sustainable craft.
Learn sustainable techniques that transform fiber into purpose.
SunRay Wearable Art offers hands‑on workshops that blend culture, creativity, and sustainable textile practice. Each session invites you to explore natural materials, learn meaningful techniques, and create expressive pieces shaped by heritage, land, and the joy of making
Workshop Pricing & Program Options
1. Standard Creative Workshop — $1,200
Explore foundational textile techniques through hands‑on Eco‑rust/plants dyeing, Shibori, indigo, felting, and screen printing in a full‑day each creative session.
- Eco‑Rust/Plant Dyeing, Shibori, Indigo, Felting, Screen Printing 7‑hour workshop • All materials included • Expert instruction Ideal for beginners and creatives exploring foundational textile techniques.
2. Advanced Specialist Workshop — $1,400
Deepen your textile practice through advanced techniques including devoré, sculptural felting, Filipino weaving, and wax resist dyeing. This full‑day specialist workshop is designed for creatives seeking refined skills, cultural depth, and professional‑level processes.
- Devoré, Sculptural Felting, Filipino Weaving, Wax Resist Dyeing 7‑hour workshop • Premium materials • Specialist processes Designed for participants seeking deeper technical skill and cultural textile knowledge.
3. Mentorship Program — $850
A focused, one‑on‑one program designed to strengthen your arts business skills, curatorial confidence, and exhibition readiness. Across four guided sessions, you’ll receive personalized support, professional insights, and practical resources to grow your creative practice.
- Arts Business • Curatorial Guidance • Exhibition Development 4 sessions (6 hours total) • One‑on‑one mentoring • Professional resources Perfect for emerging artists building confidence, direction, and industry readiness (note: the 3rd image of me standing is shared courtesy of Ararat Gallery, Victoria – the image was taken during the artist talk).
4. Full Creative & Professional Development Package — $3,500
An immersive 4–6 week program combining all creative workshops with personalized mentorship and portfolio development. This comprehensive pathway supports artists seeking deep technical growth, cultural grounding, and professional readiness.
- 4–6 weeks • All workshops • Mentorship • Portfolio support A comprehensive pathway for artists wanting intensive creative development and professional growth.
Fast fashion and textile waste are accelerating global environmental harm, and meaningful change begins with how we make, use, and value fiber. By working intentionally with linen, hemp, silk, cotton, and recycled textiles, I demonstrate how circular design can transform natural and reclaimed materials into high‑value wearable art instead of landfill waste. Through SunRay Wearable Art, participants are invited to join this movement, learning sustainable techniques, reclaiming discarded fibres, and creating culturally grounded pieces that contribute to a more ethical, regenerative textile future.
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