Gather bark and berries from the woods and brew them into beautiful natural inks. Modifiers such as iron water and ash will change the colours creating a new palette. Using twigs and pods as well as brushes, explore the colours you have created with free drawing and mark-making.
Workshop Tutor: Sophie Woodhouse
I have a B.A. and M.A. in arts and have taught and lectured in art and craft for around 25 years. I am most interested in the connection between art and nature, sketching directly from the natural world and using natural history as the inspiration for printmaking and design. I believe that studying the landscape, flora and fauna about us, we can heal ourselves and be moved to protect nature.
Above all, art can be sociable, playful and experimental.
Severn Gorge Countryside Trust
This workshop is being hosted by the Severn Gorge Countryside Trust, a local charity.
The Trust’s aim is to promote, protect and conserve the living landscape of the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, which has a diverse range of habitats, including wildflower meadows, woodlands and heathlands. But that’s not all! We maintain over 20 kilometres of footpaths, conserve and protect 60 historic structures, run exciting Outdoor Learning and Volunteering Programmes to encourage local people and visitors to engage with the natural environment in a variety of ways.
All proceeds from this workshop will support the work of the Severn Gorge Countryside Trust.
www.severngorge.org.uk
Outdoor Learning Programme 2025/26
Our Outdoor Learning Programme is packed with events that aim to engage you with the natural world, teach new or enhance existing skills and boost your mental health and wellbeing. Time spent outdoors is a wonderful thing that we want to encourage everyone to experience, appreciate and reap the benefits from. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or a complete beginner, there’s something for everyone, from nature journaling to foraging walks, eco-friendly workshops, and creative sessions in the great outdoors. Each event offers a chance to explore the stunning landscape managed by the Severn Gorge Countryside Trust. Guided by local experts, artists, and enthusiastic tutors you can learn hands-on skills or attend events designed to boost your wellbeing.
