Seeds in Blue: A Cyanotype Nature Workshop

Discover the magic of sun printing in this hands-on cyanotype workshop inspired by the beauty of local plants and seeds.

Using the power of sunlight, you’ll transform delicate seeds, seed pods, grasses, leaves and flowers into beautiful blue-and-white botanical prints.

Cyanotype is a fascinating photographic process that combines art, science and nature, producing striking results without the need for drawing or previous art experience.

What participants will do

• Learn the simple basics of the cyanotype (sun-printing) process.

• Explore a collection of locally gathered seeds, seed heads, grasses, leaves and small flowers.

• Experiment with arranging natural materials to create interesting patterns, shapes and compositions.

• Place your composition under clear acrylic and expose it to sunlight.

• Watch your artwork develop as it is washed in water to reveal the characteristic blue and white image.

• Create and take home your own unique botanical cyanotype prints

All Materials are all included

• Produces beautiful, immediate results.

• Participants leave with a striking blue-and-white print, making the experience memorable.

• Accessible and engaging. No prior art experience is needed, and the process is simple 

Suitable for all ages. 

Good intergenerational experience. 

Children to be accompanied by an adult.