This short instant access video course takes you through the whole cyanotype printing process from start to finish. Cyanotype or blueprint is a light sensitive photographic technique that works on paper or natural fabrics. It has been used since the 1800s and can help you create some exciting, individual fabric.
This course comes with a 12 page pdf, with links to a series of videos, which demonstrate the basics as well as some more interesting ideas on how to use cyanotype printing, particularly on fabric. The videos cover:
- Examples
- How to mix the chemicals
- Preparing the surfaces
- Processing the results
- How to use masks
- Layering
- Using Digital Negatives
- Wet cyanotype
- Changing the colour from blue
The videos will give you confidence to experiment and try out different ideas to make your own unique cyanotype prints. Your prints can then be used in textile art, quilts or be made into books etc.
Who is this course for?
Anyone who wants to start cyanotype printing or wants to try out some new ideas in how to use the technique.
What do I need?
You will need cyanotype chemicals, a pot to mix them in, water, a brush and paper or natural fabric to print onto. You will also want things to mask off areas of the print, such as leaves or feathers etc.
This course will be delivered to you as a pdf with links to all the videos by email after purchase (please note it is not automatic, so there may be a few hours delay until I receive the notification and send it to you). If you haven’t received it within 12 hours, please check your spam folder. The pdf gives you the links to access the videos.