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  • Toning Cyanotypes

    Toning Cyanotypes

    Did you know that Cyanotype prints don't always have to be blue? They can be toned and even bleached to alter their colour. The key is to use anything with a high tannin content. Tannins are commonly found in the bark of trees, leaves, buds, stems, fruits, seeds, roots, an. . .
  • Creating Cyanotypes using the Speedball UV Lamp

    Creating Cyanotypes using the Speedball UV Lamp

    Cyanotypes are made using a really old process that uses a light sensitive solution to create designs on fabric and paper. Prints are typically created using direct sunlight. Unfortunately, this is something we don't get. . .