How to make natural paint

It's very easy and inexpensive to make your own watercolor paints. Here's a 'how to' taken from my new book Art Spark with homemade watercolor paint recipes and links to famous art example that use paint made from natural ingredients.

In this blog post I’ll show you how to quickly and simply extract dye from coreopsis flowers using hot water. This makes a beautiful dye that can be used like watercolour paint. Then we’ll play with lemon juice and bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) to make a wider range of colours. The paint only takes...

Natural earth pigments are natural pigment powders that come from geological material. They are also called earth pigments, ochre pigments, pigments from the earth, native Earth pigments, earth colors, earth ochres, iron oxide pigments, or any variation of those words.

A short tutorial on how to identify pigment rocks. This is how I decide which ones to use for making my handmade watercolor paints.

I’ve been making an exciting foray into the world of natural paints and inks. It’s not so different from natural dyeing really. You can use the same dye plants but just create a really strong dye b…

How make watercolor paints from flower petals - Fun activity to do with kids

Kids love to paint. Add a twist to your art by creating homemade paint. This DIY rock paint is made with rocks using a few simple materials.

This herbal kid's paint is a fun way to make non-toxic arts and craft supplies with your kids! Learn how to make it right here!

Unleash your inner artist with these innovative DIY paint mixes perfect for any home project. Whether you're looking to refresh a tired room or add a splash of color to your furniture, these creative combinations will inspire your next masterpiece. Explore a variety of hues and textures that will transform your space into a personalized haven. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the world of custom paint mixing, where the only limit is your imagination.

So here's the bottom line: If you can process your colored rocks or soil into tiny, consistently sized particles, you can make paint from them. Pastels or drawing sticks too (but...

This DIY watercolor paint tutorial is fascinating and fun. You will be amazed at the ink you can create from plants in your own backyard.

Unleash your creativity and connect with nature by crafting your own natural ink at home. This eco-friendly project is perfect for artists and DIY enthusiasts looking to add a personal touch to their work. Learn how to transform everyday materials like berries, flowers, and spices into vibrant, sustainable inks. Whether you're journaling, painting, or calligraphy, these homemade inks will infuse your projects with unique colors and a story of their own. Embrace the art of natural ink making…

Making natural inks & paints from plants | Happening History

Learn how to make natural plant-based watercolor paint for children. Step-by-step process and fun activity for the whole family.

Paint Made From Berries & Nature: In this Instructable you'll learn how to make paint from berries. This is a great project to do with kids. It's a lot of fun foraging for wild edible fruit and then using some of it to make paint!

This easy recipe is perfect for any fun arts and crafts activity. An easy paint recipe you can use with your kids that's non-toxic. This is an easy tutorial to help make non-toxic homemade kids paint.

Explore the art of creating natural pigments at home with basic dyes. Learn how to transform everyday ingredients into vibrant colors for your projects.

The boys' new favorite hobby is painting! They've really been into painting all of their toys and especially their little toy cars. The other day, I walked into their room, and they even went and

Try a new creative challenge: set down your usual paint brushes and try something different instead! Follow these ideas to make your own paint brushes using natural materials and things you have around the home. How to make your own paint brushes using natural materials Challenge your children to paint without brushes […]

Today I’m sharing my favorite recipes for making homemade DIY all-natural dye for painting and egg decorating. While these dyes take a bit more time than their store-bought cousins, they are easy to make and definitely worth a try. While I have nothing against store-bought egg dye, we’ve been making our own egg dyes for […]