Join the Guild
Member Registration
We are happy to welcome anyone who is interested in batik into the Batik Guild for an annual membership fee.
We produce a colour magazine (presently three times a year) which is an important way for members to communicate, discuss their work and exchange views and information which may be useful and interesting to other members. The Guild’s website was first set up in 1998 and is proving to be another useful tool for communication and promotion of the art of batik.
Aims of the Batik Guild
- To promote and improve education in the field of batik
- To stimulate a constructive and creative approach to the craft
- To encourage and support members as individual artists and crafts workers
- To exchange information on techniques
- To support lectures, workshops and meetings for members
- To share information about exhibitions, studios and workshop space
"The Batik Guild isn't just a place to learn a craft — it's a genuine community. Whether you're troubleshooting a tricky wax resist technique or just looking for feedback on your latest piece, someone here always has your back. The annual showcase has given me the confidence to share my work publicly, and the friendships I've built along the way are truly priceless."
Olinda Netzokov 
"Joining the Guild was one of the best decisions I've made as an artist. The community is warm, encouraging, and full of incredibly talented people who are always willing to share techniques and tips. From monthly workshops to collaborative projects, there's always something inspiring happening. I've grown more in the past few years here than in a decade of working alone."
Kate Homes
"I came in as a complete beginner with nothing but curiosity and a love of color — the Guild welcomed me with open arms. The structured classes gave me a solid foundation, while the meetups let me experiment freely and find my own style. Being surrounded by people who are just as passionate about batik as I am has made the craft feel less like a hobby and more like a calling."
Huda Khan
How to Join Us
You can join us online by signing up below and making your first annual payment.
*Digital-only membership is available at lower cost for those who are happy to receive the magazine digitally as a PDF download. If you opt for normal membership, you will receive the magazine in printed form by post, and the fees reflect the cost of postage.
Already a member?
If you're already a member, even if your membership has lapsed, please log in and follow the renewal link. If you need help or have any other membership queries, please contact us.