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Cyanotype | Workshop

Date: Sun, Oct 18, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Venue: peel, Carrboro

Price: $75

Category: Classes

Cyanotype is an old technique for making photographic prints using a process related to the traditional wet-darkroom--plant prints for flora studies, architectural blueprints, fine art prints..... Cyanotype sits on the perfect balance point of simplicity, versatility, and aesthetics. In this workshop, we will be making cyanotype prints from physical objects (you are welcome to bring any plants/flowers or objects that you like, smaller objects about palm size preferred) and photographic transparencies printed onto a film (provided). You will get to know the essential knowledge of cyanotype chemistry, coating paper and preparations, how to gauge exposure under the sun (making test strips), processing cyanotypes, enhancing the print and proper care of prints and more! Expect lots of fun! Max Capacity: 6

Classes · Carrboro

Cyanotype | Workshop

“Bring along some palm-sized plants or objects to make your own prints.”

When
Next Sunday
Sun, Oct 18, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where
peel
Carrboro, NC
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
$75
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Cyanotype | Workshop is a hands-on art class where participants learn the historic photographic process of sun printing using chemistry, paper, and natural light. Guided by an instructor, you will coat your own paper, arrange physical objects like leaves or flowers, and expose your prints under the sun to create deep blue artwork. This two-hour class costs $75 and is limited to just six participants, making it best suited for adults and artistic teenagers. The studio provides all necessary chemistry and transparency films, but you should bring a few palm-sized flat objects, pressed flowers, or interesting leaves from your own garden to personalize your prints. It is a wonderful weekend pick if you want to step away from screens, work with your hands, and bring home a set of custom botanical prints ready for framing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I bring to the workshop?
The studio provides the paper and chemistry, but you should bring a few flat, palm-sized items like pressed leaves, flowers, or lace to create your custom designs.
Is this class suitable for young children?
Because this workshop involves handling photographic chemicals and requires focused attention, it is best reserved for adults and teenagers.

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Cyanotype | Workshop runs Sun, Oct 18, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM.

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peel is at 708 West Rosemary Street, Carrboro, NC 27510, Carrboro, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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