Learn all about oak galls, natural growths found on oak trees created by wasps, that can be ground into ink. Oak gall ink was used as far back as the Middle Ages and used to write historical documents such as the Declaration of Independence. Now you can learn how to create your own oak gall ink and use it to create drawings and paintings in this one day, all-ages workshop for all skill levels from kids to adults.

Saturday November 21, 2026

11am-1pm

Ages 6+

All materials provided

Learn More About Teaching Artist Maddie Keyes-Levine:
I believe in creating an exploratory learning environment through open ended assignments, student guided curriculum, and prioritizing student well-being through social-emotional learning. 

I have experience teaching in K-12 classroom environments and community workshops. In 2021 I founded Circus of Crafts, a series of all skill levels craft workshops in backyards around LA. My lifelong passion for crafts and learning was shaped by attending a Montessori School as a kid and CalArts as an adult. While at CalArts I studied pedagogy and worked with the CAP program every semester through graduation. I love making things together :~)