Natural pigments, watercolor paints, plant dyes & inks

Explore the art of capturing nature’s colours using plant pigments, an easy and conscious way to interact with the outdoors and create your own colour palette. In the quiet corners of our surroundings lies an untapped treasure trove: nature’s own vibrant palette. Imagine wandering through a lush garden, city parks or along a forest trail, where each leaf, bark, and petal holds its own unique hue, inviting us to pause, discover, and connect with something timeless. I recently rediscovered a…

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Blue has always been one of my favorite colors, and my first encounter with the magic of indigo took place in the 1990s at a cottage industry exhibition in New Delhi, India. At the time, I didn’t know much about natural colors; all I knew was that the fabric was dyed with vegetable dye—a term that felt foreign to me. But what truly captivated me was the stunning blue of the indigo—it was mesmerizing. Indigo has a fascinating history, woven…

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Welcome to my latest blog where we’ll embark on the fascinating journey of mixing primary colors, focusing on the enchanting realm of earth pigments such as red, yellow, and blue ochres. For many watercolor artists, this process can be both a source of frustration and delight. Surprisingly, some artists steer clear of this aspect, missing out on the joyous exploration that color mixing can bring to their art. If you haven’t delved into this realm yet, rest assured – it’s…

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In the winter season here in the Northern Hemisphere, where the plant life is dormant, nature unveils a serene and peaceful beauty. While some may be reluctant to venture out in the cold and gray, if, like me, you have a fondness for the outdoors regardless of the season, you might be pleasantly surprised to discover numerous plant sources. These can be harnessed to create beautiful, long-lasting Natural Inks and, perhaps, Botanical Pigments. Within this article, I am divulging some…

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