Adult workshop – Painting with Plants Sat 28 Feb 2026 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM

In this hands-on workshop, artist and staff member Emma Henderson will introduce you to painting with colour extracted from plants. You’ll learn simple methods for drawing pigment from natural materials and turning them into watercolour paints.

We’ll also experiment with shifting colour by changing the pH of the paint. Many natural pigments respond dramatically to acids and alkalis, allowing a surprising range of colours to be created from a single plant.

This session combines practical making with playful experimentation, offering a gentle introduction to plant-based colour and natural pigments. This workshop is designed for adults. All materials will be provided and no prior experience is needed.

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/covepark/2020841

Saturday Studio – Painting with Plants Sat 28 Feb 2026 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM

In this hands-on workshop, artist and Cove Park’s Curator of Engagement Emma Henderson will introduce you to painting with colour extracted from plants. You’ll learn simple methods for drawing pigment from natural materials and turning them into watercolour paints.

We’ll also experiment with shifting colour by changing the pH of the paint. Many natural pigments respond dramatically to acids and alkalis, allowing a surprising range of colours to be created from a single plant.

This session combines practical making with playful experimentation, offering a great introduction to plant-based colour and natural pigments. This free workshop is designed for children and their accompanying families or carers. Adults without accompanying children are invited to attend the workshop in the morning.

All materials will be provided and no prior experience is needed. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/covepark/2020748

If you have questions about workshop accessibility, please get in touch with Emma Henderson (Curator of Engagement).