Making cyanotypes has become an annual event at the Creative Arts Club. Come along and immerse yourselves in the wonderful gardens at Bell House and create a collection of beautiful blue prints using nature, sunlight, water - and your own creativity!
Cyanotypes - Working with Summer Light
Cyanotype printing is a form of contact photography using an object placed directly onto light sensitive paper which is then exposed to sunlight. The simplest of objects can make a hauntingly beautiful image in beautiful “cyan” blue and white. You will use sunlight, water, nature and your own creativity - it is as simple as that!
You will each be given your own bundle of assorted coated papers plus some cotton fabric to use for this workshop, sealed in a special photo sensitive envelope.
We will take inspiration and even some samples from the Bell House gardens to use for the prints but you are all welcome to bring objects from home to try. Good examples of the sort of thing to bring would be: black and white negatives (large), lace pieces, an intricate stencil, small pressed plants, - anything flattish that has interesting pattern allowing light to shine through.
Making cyanotypes is a kind of magic - once you have made your first print you won’t want to stop! Working with direct sunlight is always best, but at this time of year there is enough UV light to make prints whatever the weather. So come along and have a go!
No experience is necessary. All materials and refreshments will be provided. Please bring an apron with you to this class plus something to carry your prints home with you (NB some may still be damp)
Ticketing
£35 per person
Refunds
Please note, we are unfortunately unable to offer refunds for this event.
Reduced Ticket Prices
We’d like as many people as possible to be able to access and enjoy Bell House. We offer a reduced ticket (half price) for this class which can be purchased direct when you go to buy your ticket — just click on concession.
About the Artist/Workshop Leader
The session will be run by Sarah Wetherall, a local artist whose range is broad – from murals to miniatures she has painted in a variety of media and styles. Sarah is an experienced art tutor who has run classes at nearby Dulwich Picture Gallery for many years.
