This project explores the intersection of traditional organic ink-making and modern printing technologies, bridging historical craft knowledge with digital advancements while addressing the ecological impact of synthetic inks. It builds on Greta’s research in Color is Alive, expanding into sustainable ink development within the circular hub Blue City in Rotterdam.

At its core, the project collaborates with plants and living organisms to create bio-based inks. Through research and experimentation, it examines their compatibility with inkjet printers and open-source plotters. The findings—documented through pen -plotted experiments, writings, and color samples—were published in a temporary online archive.

The Ink Project fosters interdisciplinary exchange, inviting artists, designers, botanists, and scientists to explore sustainable ink-making and its integration with digital technologies, promoting a symbiotic relationship with more-than-human life.