The ‘Adventures in Blue – Cyanotype Sunprint Workshop’ introduces participants to the use of a traditional Victorian photographic technique as a way of creating unique artistic images in response to the beautiful surroundings of Calderstones Park, in a relaxed and mindful way.
Suitable for beginners.
Saturday 12th June, 11-5pm (£50 for 1 day workshop)
***To avoid a booking fee and pay by card, cheque or cash, please contact dot-art Services directly on 0345 017 6660***
Programme:
- Introduction to cyanotype & alternative processes
- A brief history of the pioneers (Anna Atkins)
- Creating a first photogram/cyanotype piece (precoated)
- Forage for objects
- Wash first piece
- Mixing chemistry & coating paper by hand
- Making your first fully handmade print
- Working with digital negatives
- Wash second piece
- Creating a photographic cyanotype
- Wash third piece
- Dry & Finish
Tutor: Rachel Brewster-Wright
Rachel Brewster-Wright runs Little Vintage Photography and specialises in analogue photographic techniques working as an educator, artist & fine art wedding photographer shooting on film and printing in the darkroom.
Dates:
Saturday 12th June, 11-5pm (£50 for 1 day workshop)
Materials will be provided by your tutor.