Ready To Transform Your Art with Nature:
Learn to Make Paints from Plants!

Transform Your Art with Nature: Learn to Make Paints from Plants!

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There has never been a better time to slow down, reconnect to nature & make your own paints from plants!

You want to know how to transform plants into paints..

You've worked with watercolours or acrylics in the past but you want to incorporate eco-friendly materials into your art practice. 

You’ve read the blog post about how to make paint from plants but you still feel confused and have so many questions!

You wish someone would just take you by the hand and guide you through each step in order, and that you had a way you could just ask questions whenever you need to.

READY FOR ME TO SHOW YOU EXACTLY HOW TO DO THIS? 

Picture what it will be like to forage from nature or use the plants from your garden to make a palette unique to you & your taste. 

What would it feel like to know with confidence that you can access an unlimited supply of beautiful natural colours and create eco-friendly paints in a matter of hours. 

Imagine how satisfying it will feel to create a palette from plants around you & use these to create your artwork.

Imagine what it will feel like when you've mastered the skills & techniques of natural paint making & start making art with your own paints!

You learn best when you can see what you need to do, you like a combination of videos & written lessons, and love to ask questions! 

YOU HAVE QUESTIONS & NEED HELP FIGURING THIS OUT

You're planning on making paints for your artwork, but you don't want the paints to disappear or fade, and you need to know how to avoid this.

HOW DO I MAKE MY PAINTS & PAINTING LAST

You've seen other people make paints and add various ingredients, but it's just confusing. You want someone to show you exactly what to do. 

DO I HAVE TO ADD ANYTHING? 

You know you can do this, but you don't know which plants to use. Are they all the same, or are some better than others? Which ones are the best? 

WHAT PLANTS CAN I USE TO MAKE PAINTS FROM? 

You've read conflicting articles and are still trying to figure out what you need to get started. 

WHAT DO I NEED TO GET STARTED? 

You're ready to start but have so many questions;

Make Paint From Plants Mini-Course

INTRODUCING

In this lesson, you'll learn where natural colours come from and the secret to achieving saturated hues in your paints. You'll get a comprehensive plant-colour guide. Plus, I'll show you what to use if you can't access plants!  

Sources Of Natural Colour

In this introductory lesson, you'll get a comprehensive overview of how plant materials can be transformed into beautiful, vibrant paints, setting the stage for your journey into natural paint-making. We'll cover essential tools and equipment, the basics of paints, inks, and pigments, and how to create a wide range of colours. You'll also get a complete materials and equipment list to start.

Take one paint colour & make a range of complimentary hues from it! Learn about modifiers and how they expand your palette and open up unlimited colour possibilities. I show you how to make a modifier stock, what to use & what to have in your toolbox. Prepare to be amazed at the alchemy & beauty of this step in the process! 

Expand Your Palette

module four

You'll learn various techniques for making paint from leaves, tree parts, branches, flowers, and dye powders. Discover step-by-step processes for creating vibrant, natural paints from a range of plant sources.

Techniques & Process

module three

module one

Tools & Equipment

module two

Here's What You'll Learn

take a look at the CURRICULUM

Designed for beginners, our easy-to-follow lessons guide you step-by-step to master paint-making from plants, quickly transforming your art from ordinary to extraordinary with ease! 

In this lesson, we'll look at common questions & troubleshooting. You'll learn how to extend the life of your paints & how to store them. I also include a few additional tutorials, guides and recipes. 

Perfect Your Process

module five

Additional tutorials on making paint from simple ingredients like black tea & natural dye powders like logwood powder. Includes troubleshooting & recipes! 

A Selection Of Tutorials & Guides

Bonus

Support & Community

You’ll gain access to a private natural dye community of like-minded plant lovers & dyers!

Community

You’ll be supported by a peer community inside a private group area.

Support

You can ask me questions inside the course as they come up or share your questions in the group.

questions

"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

I CAN'T WAIT TO WELCOME YOU INSIDE! 

BUY NOW - JUST €97

FLOWER, BARK, SEED, LEAF & DYE POWDER TUTORIALS

PaletTe expansion, COLOUR GUIDE & recipes

EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO A PRIVATE COMMUNITY AREA

BONUS:2 additional colour/plant tutorials

INSTANT ACCESS SO YOU CAN GET STARTED TODAY! 

5 MODULES, video tutorials & written lessons 

LIFETIME ACCESS TO THE COURSE & FUTURE UPDATES

Start Creating Today!

"I just wanted to say thank you so much for a wonderful workshop and for all your generosity in sharing your knowledge and craft with us."

— Sarah Frangleton

"I wanted to say a massive thank you for the workshop you did with us! It was so brilliant & super relaxing."

— Toast, U.K

"I had a lovely day and really enjoyed learning something new. it was fascinating! it was great to meet you and learn from your amazing wealth of knowledge."

— Lorna R- Mullen

"It was a great experience, thank you so much. I had never heard of modifying the colours before which really expands the realm of possibilities!."

— Leorna Lyne

"thank you for such a gorgeous session - I learned so much! I have been experimenting with natural dying for about a year, mostly with food waste. I was so inspired by the way you connect to the local plants" and how this weaves into your dyeing :)"

— Shayle Shabo

"I Just want to send a thank you email. The workshop was amazing and super informative! You have a lovely presence 😊."

— Doris Vukovic

"thank you Kathryn!! Such an enjoyable Saturday… I’ll have some fun foraging for plants in Manhattan :))."

— Catherine Murphy

"It was honestly the best workshop I have ever been to. I left the room with a new perspective & inspiration."

— Karolina Gniado

"I absolutely loved our day together - it was truly one of the best and loveliest textile days I’ve ever done."

— Margie sullivan

"just wanted to say thanks for a great day. I really enjoyed it and found it to be so fun. It was lovely to meet u all. My head was just buzzing with ideas the whole way home."

— Gloria James

"thank you so much! It was an amazing day from start to finish !! hope we get to meet up again."

— MANDY BOYLE

F.A.Q

How long will I have access to the course?

How long will I have access to the course?

You'll have unlimited lifetime access to the videos & lessons in the course. You'll also benefit from any updates or improvements made to the course. 

What tools or equipment do I need?

What tools or equipment do I need?

To make your paint you'll need a small pot, a heat source (your kitchen stove will work!) water, plant material or dye powder & a sieve. I supply a full equipment list with resources so you'll know exactly what you need & where to find it. 

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

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?

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. 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. Plus, you'll gain access to a community where you can ask questions and see what others are doing and creating! 

How much plant material do I need to make paint?

How much plant material do I need to make paint?

That depends on how much you want, but you can create saturated paints from as little as one cup of plant material.

How long does the process take? 

How long does the process take? 

You can make paints from raw materials like flowers in as little as 1-3 hours. Other materials like tree branches take longer & dye powders are the quickest, taking 30-60 minutes depending on the quantity.

MORE ABOUT ME →

The natural dyer behind the “Make Paints From Plants” mini-course. Author of “Natural Dyeing - Learn How to Create Colour & Dye Textiles Naturally”. With 14+ years of experience working with plant colour, commercial natural dye production & education.

I’ve combined my years of varied natural dye work to create clear, informative & supportive learning experiences for nature lovers, novice dyers, creatives, hobbyists & dabblers. 

I am passionate about sharing what I've learnt about natural colour, plants, and paints with you. I can't wait to welcome you inside and share this incredible process with you!


Hi, I'm Kathryn

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Learn how to make paint from plants in just one day!  

Are you ready immerse yourself in the most grounding and inspiring creative process? One that connects you to your environment while nourishing your creativity and calming your nervous system?

Are you ready to access a world of natural colour and start making a stunning palette of botanical paints from plants? Set aside one day to go through the course and you'll be making paint from plants in a few hours! 

(total value €450)

I CAN'T WAIT TO WELCOME YOU INSIDE! 

ENROL NOW ONLY €97

14 video tutorials & 22 written lessons 

7 plant tutorials +in depth colour guide

EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE COMMUNITY

EMAIL support + LIFETIME access

Start Creating Today!

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