Oak Gall Workshop Poster

I was commissioned to design and illustrate marketing materials for a seasonal woodland workshop hosted by DENMAN+GOULD.

Set amidst the autumnal splendor of Ninesprings Country Park, the workshop delved into the traditional art of crafting ink from oak galls, a method historically used in the creation of archival inks.

Oak galls, rich in tannins, form on oak trees as a result of wasp larvae. Participants were guided through the fascinating process of transforming these natural formations into a rich, long-lasting ink. From sourcing and preparing the galls to blending the final product, once the ink was ready, the group explored through drawing and mark-making, collecting the trees shadows on paper.

Photographs from the Workshop

Commissioned by Yeovil Art Space as part of the Yeovil Green Art Trail project. In partnership with the Octagon Theatre and Yeovil Country Park. Supported by Somerset Wildlife Trust.