In-person course
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Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

Preparing Azurite

Grinding Buckthorn (Persian) berries

Madder root ground, precipitated and ready to string up and dry

Washing the Azurite

Malachite being prepared

Buckthorn 'Persian' berry nearly ready for precipitating with Alum to create a golden yellow paint

Buckthorn 'Persian' Berry nearly ready for precipitating

Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios, Emerson College

Cochineal and Buckthorn post precipitation

Gum arabic and honey solution to bind pigments

Finally into half pans - now it's only a matter of allowing time to dry and then they're ready to paint with ...

Hana Louise Shahnavaz teaching at SAOG Studios

Making shell gold

Lapis Lazuli paint

Make your own paints and inks with SacredArtofGeometry

SAOG Studios

Making malachite watercolour paint at SAOG Studios

Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

Paint Making at SAOG Studios

Taking a break from grinding/washing Azurite to walk in the bluebell woods

Description

Learn the alchemy and processes involved in making your own set of watercolour and gouache paints. The roots, berries and minerals that we will be precipitating, grinding and binding, all have layered correspondences that link to the planetary archetypes. Using compasses and straight-edge we will create mandalas that also resonate with the planetary patterns. The symbolism and character of colour in different traditions will be explored as we apply our paints to patterns to reveal works of dazzling beauty to adorn the home and nourish the soul.

What's included in the price?

All materials included. {At the end of the course you'll be taking home your own set of handmade mineral and plant paints and inks + a stunning portfolio of patterns/mandalas.} Local organic cooked lunches and accommodation can be booked directly with Emerson College - please get in touch for more details.

Duration

5 days (10:00am to 5:00pm)

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

Maker

SacredArtofGeometry

with Craft Courses since 2016

Message the tutor

SAOG Studios is an independent arts studio based at the idyllic Emerson College campus, Forest Row, East Sussex (1 hour south of London/20 mins Gatwick Airport). We run regular practise-based short courses in the sacred and traditional arts of the world led by expert tutors. Courses include: Rose window geometry, Alchemy of pigment and pattern, Sacred geometry and mandalas, Stained glass, Islamic pattern, Ceramic tiles, Basketry, Celtic pattern and much more. Visit website for details/bookings.

Venue

SAOG Studios, Emerson College, Forest Row, (1 hour from London), East Sussex, RH18 5JX

Suitable for

Adults
Intermediate level
Suitable for beginners
Residential
Advanced/pro level
Parking provided
Suitable for all abilities
Accommodation offered
Daytime (weekdays)
Public transport

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Reviews

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30 Apr 22'

Eyglo reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"I loved this course! The tempo was good and there was a good balance between pigment and pattern. The teaching comes from deep wisdom and knowledge. SAOG Studios is 360 degree impressions of beauty and mystic knowledge - very stimulating. You create a soft atmosphere and are very good listeners and teachers. A great week that brought many elements of life into one."

30 Apr 22'

Katie reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"It has been such an amazing week! I have learnt so many things about colour and the alchemical process. I so enjoyed the geometry meditations at the beginning of each day. Both Daniel and David added intriguing stories, poems and information that made the course so unique. I'd recommend to anyone!"

24 Dec 18'

Marina Szijarto reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"Deep gratitude to you all for your wisdom teachings and the detailed hands on application of them. Your teachings all came from a place of immense generosity, deep understanding and love. Thank you. The weeks unfolding of the philosophy of craft traditions, the relationship of minerals and colours with the planets, together with sacred geometry patterns and how they all connect was opening for the mind and consciousness. The physical action of touching, washing, grinding minerals, plants & beetles, plus the dramatic chemical reactions, grounded the knowledge in the body and crates a relationship for me with all the materials and tools we used. The making and using of the paints on the sacred patterns was a heart opening meditation that connected all parts of this incredible week - thank you so so much. Thank you also for making space for Darren’s water talk, which was also illuminating, plus the daily poems and prayers which helped set the intention of the room. I wanted to share these words I was inspired to put on social media with some photos after the course “Wild crafting our materials ( both traditional craft arts & healing arts) and connecting our creativity to a specific place on the earth - making relationship with those plants, earth, rocks and minerals and their connections to the planets/ cosmos is all of our birth right, no matter which continent we live on, or who are ancestors are - it is the medicine to antidote the industrialisation and commodification of our world and Re Member our interconnections.” On returning to London ... I felt similar to how it feels when coming back from a meditation or spiritual retreat...only better as now I have some beautiful colours to mark and remember the journey :) I hope to be able to take more workshops with you all ... Thank you again, and warmest regards to you all and your families during this beautiful dark time of year and the rebirth of the seed of light,"

24 Dec 18'

Lee Hannam reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"Thank you so much for last week's course, a truly wonderful weeks journey of shared knowledge and wisdom. The space was held gently and openly as we co-created our pigments and paint and put compass to paper. I feel re-enlivened to colour and to art. Every time I stir my morning coffee I am reminded - clockwise, clockwise!"

10 Dec 18'

Lee Hannam reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

10 Jun 18'

Darcy Cherry reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"This course has been amazing in the depth and breadth of knowledge and practice. The pace, mood and tone was perfect and so enjoyable.I came primarily out of an interest in creating my own paints and exploring pattern, but was blown away by how all this has been rooted in the cosmos and philosophy of a much deeper spiritual exploration (which, as serendipity would have it, is also exactly what I had been looking for in my own art practice) ... I'm interested in all the SAOG courses. I want to do them all!"

10 Jun 18'

Lynn Hanford-Day reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"I found this course to be a very fulfilling. It was very rich. I love the mix of different practices, and the combination with geometry. I also enjoyed the mix of teachers. I always enjoy the mix with philosophy and poetry. I prefer this to some teachers who are primarily technicians and not connected to the soul of this practice ... There are lots of other SAOG courses that interest me! I'd love to do the one on labyrinths, and more on Moroccan and Persian Pattern."

10 Jun 18'

Ghazaleh reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"I enjoyed the course so much, it was full of joy, learning, fun, thoughts. The variety of experiences and lessons were just amazing ... your hospitality and kindness was remarkable. I feel like home, the studio is full of positive energy, I didn't feel how time passed by, if I didn't need to go to sleep, I would have spent 24/7 there!!!"

10 Jun 18'

Patricia reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"The course was simply amazing! I have tears of gratitude just thinking about all I have learned in only five days: meaning, beauty, open-heartedness, sacred act of creation, connection to all that is. I loved the balance of geometry/pattern and pigment making.Learning from Daniel, Vija, Hana and Adam was incredible. Masters in their fields. They openly share their knowledge and craftsmanship with the group.I learned more in five days than in three years of art at university! It is real, connected, practical, loved, and invokes the spirit of curiosity and fuels inspiration. Magical. Daniel was so kind in letting us use his studio, stay later, which was brilliant. I'd definitely like to attend more courses at SAOG Studios ..."

15 Jan 18'

Jane reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"I wanted to write to you both following my weeks course with you doing the "Alchemy of Pigment and pattern' ... I wanted to express to you how truly inspiring I thought it was. Through my work as an artist, a designer, and previously as a teacher of art and artistic therapy, I am very much interested in the processes of alchemy and inner transformation through imagination and artistic work with a connection to nature. However, I have experienced a very long period of disillusionment and creative lostness. Your course has helped me to regain a depth of meaning, enthusiasm and direction. As teachers you both have a combination of talent, modesty and authenticity for which I am most grateful, as well as a relaxed environment in your studio full of books, learning , good conversation and creativity. I felt so at home and have left with a huge book list and bags of inspiration. I feel that you have helped me to re-connect with all that is important to me and I wanted to express my gratitude to you both for a most excellent week. I hope that in the future I will be able to attend more of your courses ..."

9 Dec 17'

Ana Paula (Brazil) reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"This has been the most amazing week ... magical is not a helpful adjective, but how else can one express the quality of a time that expands and contracts in such a delicate and organic, comfortable and respectful way? A place in which the flow of the day can fit inspiring thoughts and practical learning with such truth and beauty? Where one learns so much from lines, forms and inner alignment? Gratitude and Abundance is what I take with me from these days and I'm sure my learning will follow for many weeks to come. Thank you for such a nurturing and vital experience. I bow to you for you are true masters!"

9 Dec 17'

Molly Mahon reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"I feel inspired, overwhelmed, excited ... A wonderful therapeutic week, so much knowledge and new stuff and an array of beautiful colours. Thank you Daniel and David."

7 Nov 17'

M. Mayne reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

""Fantastic amazing course in all ways ... engaging, interesting, fun, friendly ... I learnt an incredible amount. Great depth. I feel inspired to paint and draw after so many years as well as to make more paints." M. Mayne (Nov. 2016)"

23 May 17'

Jayne Britton reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"Wonderful week of exploring ancient techniques and creating from the earth. Loved exploring the planetary connections through the patterns and colours. I came away with a freshly discovered love of compass and ruler - a huge change from my recent work! Absolutely delighted with the experience and the results. So looking forward to joining more courses with Daniel and the Sacred Art of Geometry."

7 Nov 16'

oliver and sarah perceval reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"great, maybe could have got a bit more covered/done - starting times stretched somewhat, but then again that is part of the charm! Daniel was an excellent host, very generous providing coffee and healthy nibbles. lovely location. great to get back to the 'old way' of doing things i.e properly."

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Reviews

Eyglo reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

Katie reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

Marina Szijarto reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

Lee Hannam reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

Lee Hannam reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

Darcy Cherry reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

Lynn Hanford-Day reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

Ghazaleh reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

Patricia reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

Jane reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

Ana Paula (Brazil) reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

Molly Mahon reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

M. Mayne reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

Jayne Britton reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

oliver and sarah perceval reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

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