I am a multidisciplinary artist and educator with years of experience researching and teaching sustainable, bio-based ink-making focusing on artisanal printing techniques. I’ve led lectures at Hortus Botanicus Leiden, ERG Brussels, and delivered workshops for artists, schools, museums, and cultural organizations.

My approach blends ecological awareness with material experimentation. Participants learn how to source and transform natural materials into inks and pigments, and apply them in artistic, sustainable ways—both on paper and fabric.

If you're an artist, school, organization, cultural venue with a specific idea/request or you are interested in a private session, feel free to reach out via email (hello@gretafacchinato.com)  to discuss details and receive a tailored quote.

What You Can Learn With Me

Natural ink-making:

From sourcing to pigment extraction and working with botanical inks for drawing, screenprinting and pen plotting on paper or textiles;

Illustration & storytelling:

Developing projects from intuition with natural materials and color palettes;

Ecological and sustainable art practices:

Respectful foraging, artistic research, seasonal awareness, and regenerative materials;

Customized guidance & tailored learning:

For professional artists & designers; creative individuals deepening their skills; cultural organizations, museums, and art spaces; schools, academies, and children’s programs.

New yearlong online course starting in January 2026: Printing & Painting on Textiles with Natural Colour

  • This course is aimed at people who already have a basic understanding and experience of natural dyes and seek to develop their practice into surface design and printmaking with natural colour.

  • You'll explore eleven techniques for printing and painting on textiles using natural colours. Taught by artists covering a broad overview of different approaches to making patterns and prints that are light-fast and wash-fast.

    *Optional 1:1 Mentoring with Me
    As part of the course, you can book     1:1 mentoring sessions with selected teachers, including me—for personalised guidance on your practice, materials, or technique.

  • Yearlong course, 12 monthly live online sessions. Course Launch - Wednesday 21st January 4-6pm GMT


  • Online via Plants & Colour on Zoom.

  • Printing & Painting On Textiles Year Course Membership

    One time: £390.00

    Or for 12 months: £35.00

Services & Booking

Use the menu (above ) to view upcoming public events. Below is a list of ongoing offers available on request—designed for cultural venues, schools, museums, artist groups, or individuals:

Intro to Natural Ink‑Making (2 h)
Hands-on basics: create your own inks and try them on paper or textile.
Available on request for private groups, professional or organizations.

Lesson Packages (4 or 8 × 2 h sessions)
Deep-dive into natural inks and create illustration projects.
Available on request and Tailored format for schools, academies or individual.

Creative Children Programs (1.5h)
Creative learning through nature, art, and color-making
Available on request and Ideal for schools, museums, or educational centers

Private Sessions & Mentoring (3 h each)
Customised guidance for artists. Includes knwoledge on outdoor foraging + studio practice.
Available on request and Suitable for artists—at my studio and online.

 FAQs

  • You can book a spot in any public event directly through the event menu by following the link at the top of this page.

    If you're a school, organization, cultural venue, or an individual interested in a private or customized session, feel free to reach out via email (hello@gretafacchinato.com) to discuss details and receive a tailored quote. All in-person workshops include materials, while online sessions come with a detailed materials list provided in advance.

  • Workshops and courses take place in various locations depending on the offering. In-person sessions are often held in cultural spaces, schools, botanical gardens or my studio in The Hague. For outdoor sessions, we’ll explore nearby natural environments for foraging activities. Online workshops are hosted on platforms like Plants & Colour or Land Art Agency, with live demonstrations and interactive participation.

  • Most of my workshops and courses are designed to be inclusive and accessible to participants of all skill levels. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience, you’ll find sessions that meet your needs.

    The lesson packages are ideal for those who want to dive deeper into natural color-making and ecological illustration, offering more time to build skills and develop personal projects with guidance.

    For workshops that might benefit from specific prior experience, this will be clearly mentioned in the workshop description under “Who It’s For” to ensure participants know what to expect.

    When the workshops are designed for children, the focus is on playful exploration, helping them discover their creative voice while learning from nature in a hands-on, engaging way.

  • Group sizes vary depending on the type of workshop:

    • Most in-person workshops accommodate up to 10 participants, ensuring everyone receives personal attention.

    • Private workshops are for individuals or small groups.

    • Larger group sessions (for schools or organizations) can be arranged upon request.

    If you’re unsure about group size or have special requests, feel free to reach out!

  • Yes, all necessary materials are provided during in-person workshops and courses. This includes sustainably sourced ingredients, tools, and handouts to help you fully immerse in the process.

    For private and lesson package sessions, students are welcome to bring organic materials or plants they’ve collected and would like to work with—this can make the experience even more personal and meaningful.

    For online workshops, participants will receive a detailed materials list in advance and will need to source the items themselves. This allows you to tailor your material selection to your own preferences or local availability.

    In some workshops, participants take home a bottle of ink, an ink sample, or even their own completed experiments and projects.

  • Absolutely! I’m happy to adapt the workshop’s format, themes, or duration to meet the needs of your project, event, school, or organization. I can work with you to create a customized experience. Get in touch to discuss your ideas or requirements!

  • Yes! Workshops and lesson packages make thoughtful and creative gifts. Gift certificates can be arranged for specific workshops or as a custom voucher for the recipient to choose their preferred offering.

  • I understand that sometimes plans change unexpectedly. While I’m unable to offer reimbursements for missed sessions, I’d be happy to help you reschedule or join another session at a later date, subject to availability.