Hands-on Cyanotype Photograms with Debra Small

In this new hands-on workshop you will experience what it is like to create stunning photograms using the sun. Each attendee may print up to three cyanotype photograms with instruction from professional photographer, Debra Small. Her technique and instruction are insightful, creative and inspiring.

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 alternative photographic process also allows the artist to push the envelope of creativity. This can be achieved by considering what type of objects (plants, paper cutouts, fabric, etc) are placed on the coated paper, their positioning, and perhaps hand coloring or toning after exposure. All of these techniques can be used to push your artwork toward a narrative, landscape or abstract expression form of image creating a unique piece of artwork.