Beginner Cyanotype Workshop
Explore the fascinating world of cyanotype, a historic photographic printing process that uses sunlight and light-sensitive solutions to create striking blue-and-white images. This hands-on workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals of preparing, exposing, and developing cyanotype prints while experimenting with natural materials and found objects to create unique compositions.
Guided by two experienced printmakers, you'll learn about the creative possibilities of this alternative photographic process and gain an understanding of how light, exposure, and composition work together to produce beautiful results. Participants will create 4–6 finished prints and leave with the knowledge and confidence to continue exploring cyanotype on their own.
This workshop is perfect for beginners, printmakers, photographers, and anyone curious about creative image-making processes. All materials are provided. Participants are welcome to bring a small selection of flat items such as lace, dried flowers, leaves, negatives, or other objects to personalize their prints. Suitable for ages 16+.
Instructors:
Terri Stelfox holds a BFA from Emily Carr University of Art + Design and a Fine Arts Diploma from North Island College. Her artistic practice centres on printmaking, with a strong interest in experimentation and technical processes. Terri has been the studio assistant for Introductory Printmaking and second-year Screen Printing courses for the last 9 years at North Island College and is an active member of the Comox Valley Printmakers Association.
Maggie Norman is a visual artist based in the Comox Valley with a passion for printmaking and creative exploration. She enjoys working with both traditional and alternative printmaking processes, including cyanotype, anthotype, and eco printing.
Cancellation Policy: All classes and workshops are non-refundable. Cancellations made at least 7 days in advance will receive full credit toward a future class or workshop. If you need to cancel within 6 days of your scheduled session, we’re unfortunately unable to issue credit at that time.
Explore the fascinating world of cyanotype, a historic photographic printing process that uses sunlight and light-sensitive solutions to create striking blue-and-white images. This hands-on workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals of preparing, exposing, and developing cyanotype prints while experimenting with natural materials and found objects to create unique compositions.
Guided by two experienced printmakers, you'll learn about the creative possibilities of this alternative photographic process and gain an understanding of how light, exposure, and composition work together to produce beautiful results. Participants will create 4–6 finished prints and leave with the knowledge and confidence to continue exploring cyanotype on their own.
This workshop is perfect for beginners, printmakers, photographers, and anyone curious about creative image-making processes. All materials are provided. Participants are welcome to bring a small selection of flat items such as lace, dried flowers, leaves, negatives, or other objects to personalize their prints. Suitable for ages 16+.
Instructors:
Terri Stelfox holds a BFA from Emily Carr University of Art + Design and a Fine Arts Diploma from North Island College. Her artistic practice centres on printmaking, with a strong interest in experimentation and technical processes. Terri has been the studio assistant for Introductory Printmaking and second-year Screen Printing courses for the last 9 years at North Island College and is an active member of the Comox Valley Printmakers Association.
Maggie Norman is a visual artist based in the Comox Valley with a passion for printmaking and creative exploration. She enjoys working with both traditional and alternative printmaking processes, including cyanotype, anthotype, and eco printing.
Cancellation Policy: All classes and workshops are non-refundable. Cancellations made at least 7 days in advance will receive full credit toward a future class or workshop. If you need to cancel within 6 days of your scheduled session, we’re unfortunately unable to issue credit at that time.