Wet Cyanotype Workshop with Debra Small

Please note: this workshop does not require a camera or photography experience to participate. All materials are included in the workshop cost. You only need to bring select plant matter to use in your composition. 

Would you like to learn how to make one of a kind works of art created using the alternative photographic process technique of wet cyanotype photograms? Then consider taking this Wet Cyanotype workshop, a contemporary off-shoot of the traditional cyanotype printing process.

Photograms are a camera-less form of photography that uses objects placed in direct contact with the photographic sensitizing chemicals and exposure to light to create the final image.  Although the process of cyanotype photograms has been in existence since 1842, this contemporary version allows the artist to push the envelope of creativity by the use of natural dyestuffs and other materials added to the wet cyanotype chemistry, exposing the image to light while everything is wet. These exposures can last from 30 minutes up to 4 hours or more in order to create the imagery. With minimal control over the end product and a non-traditional color pallet, each image is a unique piece of artwork.

This 4 hour workshop will give you ample time to play, and explore the use of natural dyes, soap suds, and other additives in conjunction with traditional cyanotype chemistry and the power of the sun to create unique botanical photograms. Bring plant materials to play with, and a creative spirit, all other materials will be provided by the instructor.

Cost includes $20 materials fee.