Pflanzentinten herstellen - Natural ink making

Discover the art of sustainable ink-making.

In this workshop, you’ll learn how to make high-quality inks yourself—from scratch, using natural pigments, plant materials, and organic binders. After a brief introduction to the world of plant-based dyes and the basics of ink-making, you’ll create your own plant-based inks and experiment with different color shades. In the process, you’ll develop your own color palettes and gain a sense of the diversity of natural colors.

After the course, you’ll be able to make sustainable inks on your own, design your own color palettes, and apply your knowledge creatively or professionally.
 

Course Outline:​​

• Brief introduction to plant-based dyes and the basics of ink production
• Production of various plant-based inks and experimentation with color shades
• Creating your own color palettes

At a glance:

• Topic: Introduction to the production of natural plant-based inks
• Small groups: max. 6 participants
• Duration: 3 hours
• Level: Beginner-friendly
   

What you’ll take home

• Inks you’ve made yourself
• Knowledge of suitable plants
• Homemade natural paints and inks (we’ll make various natural paints ready for immediate use and 3 long-lasting inks)