Cyanotype Workshop

Cyanotype is a camera-less photography made with the sun or a special UV ray box, rather than in a darkroom. You place objects — such as plants — on top of a piece of photo-treated paper, and then use the sun to expose the paper. The result is an image that is an exact outline of the object. It’s a fun and magical way to engage photography! Although it may be new to modern people, cyanotype has been around since photography was invented in the 1800s.

Come explore the creative possibilities of this fascinating process. We will have many objects on hand to experiment and compose with, but feel free to bring your own favorite objects to put into your composition. Flat items usually work best, and cyanotype can be messy, so precious things like family heirlooms should probably stay at home. All other necessary materials will be provided at the session.

The whole session takes place under regular room lights or outside in the sun, weather permitting; there is no total darkness involved in this session.