Natural Inks Using Earth Pigments and Natural Dyes with Natalie Stopka

Explore the brilliant hues of natural writing and drawing inks! In this workshop we’ll concoct both pigment and dye-based inks from colorful earth pigments and botanical dyes. We’ll discuss the particular chemistry and characteristics of these expressive artists’ materials, each with a long history of use. Perfect for works on paper and non-washable fabrics, homemade inks encourage spontaneity and perform remarkable interactions on the page. Participants will receive recipes to make five shades of ink, as well as the practical knowledge to continue developing their own palette in the future.

Live sessions for this workshop are scheduled as follows: 

Workshop Session 1: Saturday, 3/4: 12:00 -2:00 pm ET (convert timezone)

Moderated Meetup: Thursday, 3/9 7:00-8:00 pm ET (convert timezone)

Workshop Session 2: Saturday, 3/11: 12:00 -2:00 pm ET (convert timezone)

All sessions will be held via Zoom Meetings and will recorded. Video recordings will be available the same day of each session and are accessible to participants through the end of 2023.