Circle 38 Magical Herbalism V Magical Inks

Class

1. Work: 4 people to perform Quarter Calls during Circle Cast

2. Work: 1 person to Cast Circle

3. Discuss: The uses of magical inks

4. Work: look at different types of inks

5. Workshop: Make and charge a magical ink using guoache and gum arabic

6. Work: Mix and charge a magical ink using lamp black

7. Work: Demonstrate the use of a quill, stylus and nib

8. Work: Practice using stylus

Homework
Practice: Writing and drawing with stylus and nib
Assignment: Draw up astrological symbols with ink and nib
Read: Extract on Magical Inks from "The Complete Book of Incense Oils and Brews" by Scott Cunningham
	
Additional Notes
Provide copies of readings
Provide ingredients for inks and stylus / nibs

Additional Preparation For Next Circle
Choose 4 people to perform quarter calls next circle.
Choose 1 person to cast next circle. They are to practice same time each day or night for two weeks. During work section of this exercise they should meditate, perform chakra or Qabbala meditation or write up notes.
Prepare parchments and make sure everyone brings their cords