Inspired by Nature - Natural Ink Making with Oak Galls

Wednesday 4 June 2025, 2:30pm

Venue: Reading Abbey Gateway

In this 2 hour workshop, we'll explore the history of ink making and discover the wide variety of useful materials and resources found in nature - including the oak gall. We will experiment with Jane Austen's own recipe to make the oak gall ink with which she penned her famous novels, and play with a range of dip pens, quills, and brushes. Participants will take home a pot of ink and plenty of inspiration to start writing their own masterpieces!

All materials supplied. 

 

Who

Adults and 16+

 

When

Wednesday 4 June 2025, 2.30pm

 

Price

 £12 per person (or £10 if you book three Jane Austen events together)