Botanical Cyanotype Workshop

Discover the magic of cyanotype; a beautiful photographic process that uses sunlight to create stunning Prussian blue images. Enjoy access to Fiona’s dried flower and leaf collection to create your very own botanical artworks using this magical process.

Join us for a relaxed, experimental 2-hour session where you’ll hear a little of the history of cyanotypes, follow a step-by-step demonstration of the process, and then have plenty of time to create your own cyanotypes.

During this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to arrange flowers, grasses and leaves to create your own unique botanical artworks. You’ll make between 4 and 8 small cyanotypes during this hands-on workshop, working completely at your own pace. It's a great chance to try something new, spend time with friends, and take away beautiful pieces for your home or to share with loved ones.

You will be supported by Fiona throughout, who’s calm and friendly approach will give you confidence to experiment with this technique. Suitable for beginners as well as those with more experience.

● No previous experience is required, making this a great opportunity to enjoy trying a new creative process in a friendly and supportive environment.

● All materials and tools will be provided, along with an apron to protect your clothes. All you need to do is bring yourself ready for a little dose of creativity!

● Aprons are provided but the cyanotype solution will stain clothes (blue!) so please don’t wear anything you’re too precious about!

"Everything you want from a creative workshop; an expert teacher with the skills to explain and demonstrate the cyanotype process and plenty of time to experiment with the beautifully prepared flowers, grasses and leaves that Fiona provides. Complete creative joy from start to finish!"

Age restrictions: 16+

Adult £35

How to get there

Facilities

  • Baby changing
  • Experience takes place outdoors
  • Refreshments available
  • Toilets

On the day

This workshop will be in The Studio at Windmill Hill City Farm. Come into the Farm, past the Reception on your left, John James Room on your right and then you'll find The Studio on your right.

We will be both seated and standing during the workshop.

Arrive 5 minutes before the scheduled start time to ensure a prompt start.

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 7 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 7 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. Please note that Yuup gift cards are valid for redemption for 12 months, and if not redeemed by this date, you will get a Yuup credit added to your Yuup account equivalent to the unspent value of the Yuup gift card less a Yuup administration fee of 20%.

You'll be hosted by

Fiona Clabon Illustration

Fiona is a Bristol-based cyanotype artist and collage illustrator. Based at BV Studios in Bedminster, Fiona has a love of contrasting colours, delicious textures and the continually surprising beauty of nature.

Fiona’s cyanotypes are made using leaves, flowers, and foliage gathered from her garden and local green spaces in Bristol. Each piece is unique and one of a kind. She has exhibited her botanical cyanotypes alongside collage work in local Bristol art trails and exhibitions.

Cyanotype is one of the earliest photographic techniques. The magical, slightly unpredictable process uses a light sensitive iron salts solution and UV light (sunlight!) to create beautiful white and Prussian blue images. It’s such a fun and experimental process!

Fiona Clabon

Fiona Clabon

Any questions?

Ask your question directly to Fiona Clabon Illustration.