Botanical Ink Making & Painting Workshop

Join us for a magical botanical ink making workshop in our apothecary store in Dorking where you'll discover the traditional world of natural inks and creating beautiful pigments to take home.

This hands-on experience is perfect for total beginners and those with some artistic background alike. During the workshop, you will learn how to make vibrant inks and pigments from plants and flowers, unlocking the secrets of harnessing nature's colours for your own masterpieces.

As you enter the workshop, you’ll find a cosy and enchanting environment where you will explore a variety of techniques and materials, including:

- Extracting inks from different roots, leaves, barks and flowers

- How to make your own watercolour binder from resins

- Experimenting with colours and consistencies