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Intro to Cyanotype Art, Quilt Central Studio, Green Valley, AZ
Wed, Mar 05
|Quilt Central Studio
Create a stunning piece using sunlight and special fabric!


Time & Location
Mar 05, 2025, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM MST
Quilt Central Studio, 701 W Ward Ln, Green Valley, AZ 85614, USA
About the Event
Explore the fascinating world of cyanotype in our Cyanotype Class, where participants will learn the fundamentals of this historic photographic printing process. Â Cyanotype artwork is created by treating a surface, typically paper or fabric, with a photosensitive solution of ferric ammonium citrate and potassium ferricyanide. When the treated surface is exposed to ultraviolet light, such as sunlight, and then washed in water, a cyan-blue image emerges. This process can capture intricate details and produce stunning, ethereal images.
This hands-on class will guide you through the steps to create stunning blue and white prints using sunlight and photosensitive chemicals. The class includes:
· Introduction to Cyanotype: Overview of the history and science behind the cyanotype process.
· Materials and Tools: Detailed explanation of the chemicals, papers, and other materials used in cyanotype printing.
· Preparation and Safety: Instructions on how to safely handle and prepare the photosensitive solution.
· Design and…