2025
CREATIVE CYANOTYPE
WORKSHOPS
Are you interested in learning the art of cyanotype? Let me show you
how to master the cyanotype process through comprehensive
beginner and advanced creative workshops.
My workshops offer an introductory overview of the captivating art of cyanotype, one of the earliest photographic techniques from the nineteenth century. I will teach you all the essentials, including mixing cyanotype chemicals and coating paper.
Using ultraviolet lamps, you will discover how to create photogram prints from three-dimensional objects, such as plants, flowers, leaves, feathers, or lace. Bring your own objects along to make your work truly unique.
You will also learn how to enhance cyanotypes through double exposure techniques and the skilful layering of hand-drawn images and text using acetate.
Workshops
CYANOTYPE FOUNDATIONS:
A BEGINNERS JOURNEY
Learn the magical process of cyanotype in two half-day workshops
Cost: £225 (includes the following)
Materials provided: All necessary materials for cyanotype printing will be supplied. This includes chemicals, equipment and objects. You can bring your own items to make your work truly unique. Access to various types of support, including heavyweight watercolour paper, coloured paper, vintage book pages and fabric.
A signed copy of Angela’s book: Each participant receives a copy of Creative Cyanotype: Techniques & Inspiration—a valuable resource for further learning.
Private Facebook Group: This is an opportunity to access Angela’s private Facebook group, Creative Cyanotype: Techniques & Inspiration. This group serves as a networking platform for cyanotype enthusiasts to connect and support each other. You can share your passion, showcase your cyanotypes, seek inspiration or further advice, and engage in discussions with fellow artists.
Personalised guidance: These workshops are suitable for all skill levels, and no prior experience is necessary. They take place in Angela’s studio/darkroom, which is a beautiful and inspiring space. You will learn her secrets, tips, and tricks. With a maximum class size of four participants, the classes provide personalised learning and resources to help you gain foundational knowledge and hands-on experience in cyanotype.
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Day One
The first session is an introductory overview of the captivating art of cyanotype, one of the earliest photographic techniques from the 19th century. This engaging workshop will teach you all the essentials, including chemical mixing, hand-coating paper with brushes, correct exposures and the final development. Using ultraviolet lamps, you will create cyanotype photograms from three-dimensional objects, such as flowers, leaves, feathers, or lace.
I will also show you how to enhance cyanotypes through double exposure techniques and the skilful layering of hand-drawn images and text using acetate.
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Day Two
On the second day, you are encouraged to be more experimental, allowing yourself to develop your skills further, explore cyanotype toning, and use other techniques to incorporate secondary colours. You will learn how to modify the blues with bleach and tone them with tannin to create beautiful sepia images reminiscent of the pioneers of photography.
The additional use of complementary shades of colour will be explored using watercolours, pigment powders and marker pens. In this session, you will discover how the traditional cyanotype method can be manipulated to create a variety of exciting results.
What people are saying ...
“Angela has been very informative, sharing her extensive knowledge of the subject.
The workshops can be highly recommended as an introduction to this fascinating topic.”
— Patrice
“Great cyanotype workshop led by Angela, someone with lots of enthusiasm for her art and process.”
— Steve
“The workshop is full of information about the cyanotype process, well organised and fun in the making of the cyanotypes; she is a very helpful and approachable tutor.”
— Deborah
“Something magical about it! I thoroughly enjoyed the day and would recommend this course not just to photographers but to anyone who likes craft work.”
— Janice
“The process of cyanotype is a moment of pure serendipity. Allow yourself to be playful and explore your creativity with freedom and spontaneity, allowing those happy accidents to become beautiful outcomes.”
— Angela Chalmers