Beginning Cyanotype: Botanical Blueprints

You don’t need to be an artist to make beautiful blue cyanotype prints! In this introductory class you’ll learn all the basics of this popular alternative photographic technique. Using light sensitive chemicals you’ll expose prints in the sun and process them in water. By the end of class, you’ll have 4 gorgeous 8 x 10 cyanotype prints and the know-how to create more at home. Let’s celebrate the natural world by making botanical blueprints together! All art supplies are included. You are encouraged to bring your favorite assortment of plant materials or interesting objects to make prints that are uniquely yours! Pressed plants and flowers work quite well.

When: August 16th, 2025 from 12 PM - 4 PM

Age: Teen to Adult

Skill Level: Beginniner

Early Bird Price: $150 - Materials included

* Price after August 2nd: $175

Materials: Materials will be provided

Location: Cura Contemporary in the Edes Building | 17395 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill CA, 95037

About the Artist:

Linda Clark Johnson creates original artwork using the cyanotype process. Cyanotype is a historical photographic technique that uses UV light for exposures and produces deep blue images. Linda prints using local plants in her sunny Sacramento back yard. She’s been having fun perfecting her experimental printing style and sharing her knowledge with students of all ages for many years. She holds a BA in Art, a Masters in Education, and a teaching credential. Her experience in the arts and enthusiastic teaching style combine to make her classes clear, creative, and fun!

Questions: Please contact [email protected]

Host or Publisher Cura Contemporary Gallery