In this one-day, introductory workshop, Helen will guide you through the process of extracting colours from locally sourced, sustainably harvested plant materials, to create your own natural, botanical inks.

In this half-day, hands-on workshop, Helen will show you how to extract the colour from traditional and locally sourced plants to create unique lake pigments that you can then mix with your favourite binder to use in your art practice.

If you would like to explore natural dyes but you’re not sure where to start, then tannins are the perfect way to begin your journey. Discover the beautiful, long-lasting colours that can be created using just local plants, some simple, safe mordants and cotton fabric.