Ink Making for Drawing & Painting Workshop

Ink Making for Drawing & Painting Workshop

Course Code: ARTS2712

This course is welcome to all levels. Anyone can take these courses if interested. Beginner-level instruction will be provided for basic skills while more advanced users can work on more complex projects with instructor assistance.
Learn how to make a variety of inks for drawing and painting including: indigo blue, cochineal red and black walnut as well as ink using local invasive plant species. You will use traditional recipes, materials and techniques, learn about binders, preservatives and storage of inks. There will be a discussion about sourcing materials, sustainable harvesting, pitfalls, successes and the fun of making ink! Everyone will make ink for themselves and share with other participants.