How to make ink using acorns

At this time of year, a quick walk in the woods will yield all sorts of treasures. If you fancy a go at making your own art materials, in particular ink, then acorns are one of the easiest nuts to find and convert. I was very excited to discover that it is water resistant - every day is a school day! All you need is acorn caps, water and an old saucepan or even better a slow-cooker. You will need something with iron - an iron tablet, iron sulphate or even rusty nails. Should you want I will show some other additives. You might also want to take a look at the walnut ink I made: https://youtu.be/Bqi8ZwFuzoQ I aim to share a tip or technique every week - usually on Sunday at 2pm. I might throw in a few bonus films or shorts, so it’s worth hitting the notification bell to be alerted to the next one. Every like and comment tells YouTube to show this to more people, so please jump in and share with your creative friends. If you really, really like this content and want to support me you can donate at Kofi. I have just set it up at: https://ko-fi.com/lizchadertonartist You can see my work here: www.lizchaderton.co.uk If you would like more in depth courses, I offer lots to follow at your own pace over at www.lizchadertonstudio.co.uk I run a couple of Facebook groups, so if you fancy joining there’s: Watercolour on canvas https://www.facebook.com/groups/watercolouroncanvas Watercolour Studio with Liz Chaderton https://www.facebook.com/groups/watercolourstudiowithlizchaderton My five books (so far) are: Painting Watercolour on Canvas ISBN 9781785005893 Painting Animals in Watercolour ISBN 9781785007873 Line and Wash Painting ISBN 9781785009914 Painting Birds in Watercolour ISBN 9780719840814 Painting Watercolour Portrails ISBN 9780719842818 All are available direct from www.Crowood.com or from your usual bookseller. If there is ever a topic you want explored, leave a comment and I will do my best to help. I try to answer all comments and questions. #lizchaderton #watercolour #jackmans