Botanical Blueprints: Intro to Cyanotype

This class introduces the basic techniques and materials for cyanotype printing. Using light sensitive chemicals students expose prints in the sun and process them in water. Students will make 8 x 10 blueprints using the botanical specimens they bring to class (paper provided).

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Other Info: This class is for adults. Students need to bring foliage and flowers, a lunch, and a water bottle. They should wear old clothes or bring an apron.

Speaker Bio: Linda Clark Johnson creates original artwork using the cyanotype process. Cyanotype is a historical photographic technique that uses UV light for exposures and produces deep blue images. Linda prints using local plants. She’s been perfecting her experimental printing style and sharing her knowledge with students of all ages for many years. She holds a BA in Art, a Masters in Education, and a teaching credential. Her experience in the arts and enthusiastic teaching style combine to make…