Pastel making with earth and plant pigments

Pastel making with earth and plant pigments

In this workshop participants will first learn how to process wild foraged earth pigments from the borders and beyond before learning the ratio and types of binders needed to transform the pigments into soft pastels. This will include learning about the types of pigments from plants that can also be used to increase the range of colour possibilities.

By the end of the workshop, participants will have plenty of soft pastels to take home, as well as comprehensive notes to continue on with their pastel making journey.

Edward and Lucy Campbell of Old Mill Arts

Edward and Lucy are both practising artists who run an arts organisation together which offers a wide range of in person workshops exploring the making of art materials through a lens of creative cultural heritage and practical learning.

Website: www.oldmillarts.co.uk

• When: Saturday October 18th
• Time: 10am – 3pm
  10 – 1pm Morning session
  1.45 – 3pm Afternoon session
• Where: Walkerburn Bowling Club, EH43 6AT
• Places available: 12
• Cost: £50
• Materials provided: Some materials including charcoal & Pencils provided
• Requirements: Please bring a face mask and a couple of spare jars