About the Artform

Cyanotype is a photographic printing process that produced prints in the cyan-blue color. It was invented by English photographer John Herchel to make blueprints for achitectural drawings and engineering models. This method was adopted as it was inexpensive and simple. Two chemicals, ferric ammonium citrate and pottasium ferricyanide are used in the process. The prints are developed by explosing the chemically coated paper to sunlight which causes different chemical reactions to occur. Mediums like watercolor paper, cotton and wool are used. The method imparts a vintage look to products.

About the workshop

This workshop will introduce you to the techniques of cyanotype printing and the science behind the method. During the workshop, you will be mixing harmless chemicals and prepare a canvas using different methods. You will also learn how to print the cyanotype and understand the correct ways of drying the print with the help of sunlight and/or artificial UV light.

At the end of the workshop, you will have made some stunning bookmarks and gift tags in Cyanotype print.

The colours in the palette

Elements you will learn

• About Cyanotype printing
• Learn to choose the right supplies for the process
• Learn to
•   prepare and dry the paper to set the foundation
• Learn to select botanicals for your artwork
• Learn to expose your prints to create the final artwork

What your Material Kit will contain

Materials at your doorstep

• Ferric Ammonium Citrate
• Potassium Ferricyanide
• Distilled water
• Art paper
• Pre-coated paper
• Syringe
• Containers for mixing
• Spoons
• Face Mask
• Plastic Gloves
• Frame

Other Materials Required

• Flowers & leaves
• Plastic Tray (minimum 3 inches high)
• Apron or old shirt
• Cleaning cloth
• Flat brushes
• Hair Dryer

The scope of creativity

Further prospects and application of what you will be learning

With the techniques and knowledge that you learn in this workshop, you can make fascinating blue and white botanical prints on other surfaces. Create bookmarks, gift cards, greeting cards with this stunning technique. You can also master the craft and then revamp your bedsheets, pillow covers, handkerchiefs and more!