October 19, 2024
Cyanotype Workshop
Printmaking Building • 5241 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70115 Organized by New Orleans Academy of Fine ArtsAbout this event
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Join us for an immersive one-day workshop where you’ll discover the enchanting world of cyanotype, one of the oldest photographic printing processes! This hands-on class is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike who want to explore the beauty of blueprints. What You’ll Learn: ● Introduction to Cyanotype: Understand the history and chemistry behind this captivating process, invented in the 19th century by Sir John Herschel. ● Materials and Preparation: Learn about the essential materials, including light-sensitive chemicals, paper, and various objects you can use to create your designs. ● Creating Your Artwork: Dive into the creative process as you coat paper with cyanotype solution, arrange natural materials, and create your own unique compositions. ● Exposure Techniques: Discover how to expose your prints to sunlight and experiment with different exposure times to achieve various shades of blue. ● Washing and Finishing: Examine techniques used for rinsing and finishing your prints, and learn how to preserve your artwork. What to Bring: ● A notebook and pen for taking notes ● Any personal objects (leaves, flowers, etc.) you’d like to use in your designs ● An apron or clothes you don’t mind getting messy ● Lunch (We will break for 30 min) What’s Included (supply fee inside tuition price) ● All cyanotype materials and tools ● A selection of paper to create multiple prints
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$114.00
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