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Introduction to Cyanotype Printing: (Sun Printing)
Cyanotype is a very exciting method of producing individual prints.
Come along to a workshop where you will learn :-
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A little of the history of Cyanotype printing
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How to select and prepare materials for the substrate
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Mixing chemicals ( All very safe materials used in a safe manner)
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Preparing the surface prior to printing. You will take home an item you have prepared to print once dry
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What you can use to design your print (your imagination being the only limitation)
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Exposure timings
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Developing your print
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Mounting your amazing design(s)
You do not need any prior knowledge or artistic flair to produce some amazing designs, in fact the less inhibited the more exciting the prints can evolve.
You will take home a number of prints one mounted and an item either a tote bag, pencil/make up case depending upon availability
All materials and equipment required will be provided in the workshop.
