Studio Process & Material Making > Staghorn Sumac Drupe Ink

Staghorn sumac drupes (fruit)

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Baltimore, MD

2021

Staghorn sumac drupes (fruit) are broken apart before being covered with water (approx. 1 cup drupes to 2 cups water)

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Baltimore, MD

2021

Staghorn sumac drupes (fruit) are simmered for about 1 hour over low heat, allowing the color to concentrate

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Baltimore, MD

2021

The liquid is then strained through a wire mesh strainer, and then through a coffee filter

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Baltimore, MD

2021

A few drops of gum arabic is added to improve flow and consistency. Adding a sprinkle of soda ash to the liquid will shift the color from pinkish to greenish.

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Baltimore, MD

2021

Staghorn sumac drupe ink

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Baltimore, MD

2021

Staghorn sumac drupe ink with soda ash

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Baltimore, MD

2021