Level: All

Saturday

Apr 12

10:00 am - 1:30 pm

Instructor: Susanne Brandt

Fee: $125 (incl all supplies)

Workshop Description:

Experience the fusion of art and nature in our “Springtime Cyanotypes: Capturing Nature’s Impressions” workshop. We will  explore the historic cyanotype process, known for its deep cobalt blues and brilliant white highlights, using freshly bloomed spring flowers.

Throughout the workshop, you’ll learn to create both traditional and wet cyanotype prints. Wet cyanotypes bring in various color tones into the print by adding items like spices, salt and vinegar to your print while it is developing. The chemical reactions create very interesting patterns and effects on your print.

You will be guided through preparing the cyanotype solution, coating the paper, arranging botanical compositions, adding items like spices and salts to the print, exposing your pieces to UV light and finally fixing the image. You will create your own cyanotypes on hot press watercolor paper from a variety of springtime blossoms. The focus of the workshop will be on creating wet cyanotypes.

Students will be shown how the Cyanotype process can create prints on a variety of surfaces such as Japanese papers, translucent papers, silk, cotton, glass, polished metal as well as ceramic surfaces. This process not only yields one-of-a-kind art pieces but also offers a meditative experience, allowing you to connect deeply with nature and find relaxation through creative expression.

Students who have previously taken a cyanotype workshop with me at RAC can also explore printing cyanotype digital negatives.

All necessary materials will be provided, along with detailed instructions and a materials list to continue your cyanotype journey at home. No prior photography or art experience is required—just an eagerness to explore and enjoy the process. Join us this spring to enhance your artistic vision and embrace the calming benefits of creating cyanotypes.

Supply List:  All supplies for this workshop will be provided by Susanne Brandt.

About the Instructor:

Susanne Brandt is an artist who is known for her fine art photography. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Alfred University as well as a masters degree in Art Education. Susanne is currently the head art teacher at Wilton High School where she has taught photography for many years. She also teaches various workshops focusing on unique printing and photographic  techniques.  Helping others explore new areas of photography remains her primary joy.  Susanne has been exhibiting her work in group and solo exhibitions in CT & NYC for over 30 years. Her alternative photographic processes include printing onto fine art paper, fabric, metal, canvas and glass. Many of the photographs
are then enhanced utilizing paints and artisanal inks. Susanne works primarily with an infrared converted SLR camera. She enjoys the medium because infrared photography has a dream-like surreal quality making the images glow with a shimmering aura. Her work seeks to capture a compelling moment in time found in cityscapes, street scenes and nature. Her goal is to create “visual meditations” in her images.
Website: https://www.brandtstudio.com/