Make Paint From Plants Course

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A SELF-PACED COURSE IN TURNING NATURAL DYE SOURCES, LEAVES, FLOWERS, BARK, AND KITCHEN WASTE INTO VIBRANT, PLANT-BASED PAINT.

€57 Summer Pricing

Years of natural dyeing experience

16

Online & in-person workshop attendees

2,020+

Hardie Grant

Published author of natural dyeing, 2022

Getting started, understanding paint and pigment, and essential tools.

Where to Find Colour in Plants

Pigment sources, beginner-friendly options, colour without foraging.

Modifying Colour Naturally

module four

Unlocking new colours with modifiers, safely and effectively.

Extracting, finishing, storing paint, with hands-on projects: coreopsis, avocado, eucalyptus, cochineal, and more.

Core Techniques & Processes

module three

module one

Introduction to Botanical Paints

module two

What's Inside?

Tips, Notes & Troubleshooting

module five

FAQs, recovering burnt paint, trusted dye supply sources.

Sources of Colour

Within the course

You'll extract colour and make paint from a range of natural sources, including:

Flowers: Ex. Coreopsis for warm, golden tones
Husks & Seeds: Ex. Avocado stones for soft pinks & earthy hues
Leaves: Ex. Eucalyptus leaves for yellows
Bark: Eucalyptus bark for earthy tones
Compost Ingredients: Black tea for rich shades of brown, orange and graphite
Dye Powders: Ex: Cochineal & logwood for vibrant shades of pink, reds and purples
Leftover Dye Baths: Get the most from each dye bath by turning leftover dye into paint!

Paint from logwood and black tea, plus working safely with iron water.

A Little Something Extra

BONUS

"I have read through the first 3 modules to get the general idea and the course looks exactly what I was hoping for, so thank you"

— katya brunas

WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING

"I'm loving the course so much. I'm working my way through our garden plants at the moment :)) I've already needed to order more jars.
I've had some spare bay leaves, so I made paint too. Such an amazing colour!!

— DORTE Januszewski, LEWES MAP STORE

Helpful F.A.Q

Do I need prior experience in paint-making or art?

No prior experience is necessary. The course is designed for beginners, guiding you through each stage of the paint-making process.

What materials and tools will I need for the course?

You'll use simple, everyday items like flowers, seeds, leaves, and common kitchen ingredients. A detailed materials list is provided in the course & if you want to purchase dye powders you can, but this is optional.

I don't have access to plants; can I use other sources?

Yes, you have a few options. You can use kitchen ingredients that will provide a beautiful range of colours. Alternatively, you can order dye plants or powders online. I will cover this in the course & provide you with a list of alternatives.

If I have any questions or need help, can I email you?

Yes, of course, I want you to enjoy the process and get great results. If anything is unclear, I will be happy to answer your questions and guide you along the way. You can email me directly, or you can ask questions within the lessons.

SUMMER COLOUR, €57