Cyanotype on Fabric Workshop with Brittany Metz

Unlock your creative potential and join us for a unique and hands-on workshop where art and science merge in the art of cyanotype printmaking. 

Cyanotype is a photographic process that produces beautiful blue-toned prints through the power of sunlight.  In this workshop, you'll learn the art of cyanotype printing on fabric and discover how to turn your creations into stunning pieces that you can proudly display or gift. Artist Brittany Metz will share her expertise and passion for this unique art form, teaching you how to create stunning cyanotype prints using a variety of objects and botanical specimens. Following Brittany's demonstration, you will then go outside, harnessing sunlight to expose your very own fabric prints and fix them with water. No experience is required to participate in this class, and you will leave with your own one-of-a-kind prints mounted in embroidery hoops!  

Workshop Highlights:

Introduction to cyanotype printing: Delve into the history and chemistry behind cyanotype, a photographic printing process that uses light-sensitive chemicals to create beautiful, deep blue prints on fabric.

Creating cyanotype prints: Learn how to coat your fabric with cyanotype chemicals, arrange objects or designs, and expose them to sunlight or UV light to create unique and intricate prints. We'll provide all your needed materials, including light-sensitive fabric, embroidery hoops, synthetic plants, and more.

Design and composition: Explore design principles and composition to make your embroidered cyanotype truly unique. Your finished piece will be a fusion of artistic expression and technical skill.

Hoop mounting: Discover how to mount your cyanotype-printed fabric in an embroidery hoop, transforming your artwork into a ready-to-display piece of textile art.

Sharing and inspiration: Throughout the workshop, you'll be encouraged to share your progress and ideas with fellow participants, fostering a supportive and creative community.

Take-homes: At the end of the workshop, you'll have a one-of-a-kind cyanotype print on fabric, mounted in an embroidery hoop, and ready to hang on your wall or give as a special gift.

Workshop details:

• Date: Friday, December 1
• Time: 2 - 4 p.m.
• Location: Hollerbach's Art Haus, 205 E 1st Street, Sanford, FL
• Materials: All materials will be provided.

Limited spots available, so reserve your place in this exciting workshop now!

Workshop admission is $30. All materials provided, including all necessary solutions, fabric, embroidery hoops, and objects for arranging photograms, though attendees are welcome to bring their own objects for arrangement. 

Brittany Metz’s solo exhibition of cyanotypes, vinyl and sculptural collage, altered magazines, and video work is currently on view at Hollerbach’s Art Haus, open 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. daily.

Email gallery director Moriah Russo with any questions: Moriah@Hollerbachs.com