Cyanotype Workshop presented by Miaan

Join us for an afternoon of making cyanotypes using sunlight, found objects, plants, and a little bit of chemistry.
About this Event

Cyanotype Workshop presented by Miaan

Discover the beauty of cyanotype, one of the earliest photographic printing processes, in this hands-on introductory workshop led by our beloved Niloufar Samadi.

Participants will learn how to prepare and expose cyanotype prints using sunlight, photosensitive chemistry, and a variety of natural and found materials. Working through demonstrations and guided experimentation, you'll create a collection of unique blue-and-white prints while exploring the expressive possibilities of camera-less photography.

In addition to making prints on paper, each participant will receive a cotton tote bag to create a one-of-a-kind cyanotype print to take home.

This workshop is designed for beginners and anyone interested in analogue photography, printmaking, or experimental image-making. No prior experience is necessary, and all materials are included.

What you'll learn

• Introduction to the cyanotype process

• Coating and exposing cyanotype paper and fabric

• Working with plants, objects, and transparencies

• Washing, drying, and preserving finished prints

• Tips for continuing the process at home

Date: Sunda , July 26

Time: 1:00–4:00 PM

Location: XINEMA Fieldhouse, 5050 Wales St., Norquay Park

What's included

• All workshop materials

• Cyanotype paper and chemistry

• One cotton tote bag to print and take home

• A curated selection of botanical materials, objects, and transparencies to experiment with

Participants are warmly encouraged to bring their own small flat objects or materials to incorporate into their prints—such as leaves, flowers, lace, fabric, negatives, transparencies, feathers, paper cut-outs, or other objects that hold personal meaning or spark curiosity. These can be explored alongside the materials provided, making each print a unique reflection of your own experimentation.

Suitable for ages 16+.

Hosted by Niloufar Samadi and presented by Miaan in collaboration with XINEMA.