Cyanotype workshop! Beautiful floral blue prints.

This is a short step by step tutorial on how to work with
Cyanotype - a photographic printing process that produces a cyan-blue print. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyanotype
Perfect for summer fun or other art projects!
You will need:
- well sized paper (hot press or cold press)
- sponges or brushes
- Ferric Ammonium Citrate
- Potassium Ferricyanide
- UV light (sun)
- water
- dark room
Note: when mixing chemicals please use protective glasses and mask!
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[@LifeofGie_613]

Well.. I just got here after Indigo by RM of BTS roll out of promotion. His album contents have cyanotype art and I wanna learn more about it. Indigo album of RM (BTS) will be released on December 02, 2022.

[@eminusipi]

This brings back some memories of a chemistry class in my junior year of high school. We used a similar chemistry and made a print within the 45 minute class. I borrowed a negative from a friend and made a contact print. It lasted for at least 20 years before I disposed of my lab book!

[@niraimathi87]

I came after watching RM's bangtan bomb ...your work is awesome... I'll try these too

[@kathybrenneman1868]

I forgot to tell you how much I loved this but I think you can guess. The pictures three out great. Mother nature at her best, like a natural (chemically induced) imprint. Just love these. Thanks again.

[@bethkruse2579]

I loved this - thank you! I watched a few other “tutorials” too, but yours was my favorite - made it so approachable, materials minimal (upside-down plastic lids to pick up the solution for sponging, etc :) Makes me feel like it would be just fun to play around with, not so serious. I can’t wait til summer...

[@crystalpupa5307]

So gorgeous!!

[@parrishriddle7945]

What a kewl concept! I have never seen this before. Guess I'm behind times!

[@designsofluid8308]

So lovely!

[@mellbelle81]

My kids and I are going to try it! I love your shoes too!

[@letteringbylaura3031]

Que bello! This was a peaceful video to watch....

[@znycelondon5313]

I have been searching and looking for a tutorial…….yay…..yours was very easy to follow great directions and the entire process is easy to follow! New subscriber……so happy to find your channel🤗🤗🤗😊

[@cherieconnor9150]

If you lay your prints in another water bath with a splash of peroxide it will change to a deep beautiful blue straight away, then rinse again with water.

[@caroldopp3303]

Good to know, Thank you!!

[@jundeemariecataytay7738]

what are those materials? what kind of paper is that, that it isn't gets wet

[@KatyMartino]

Wow, this is so cool! I'm definitely going to look for cyanotype near me :)

[@GeVisacri]

What an awesome video, thanks for sharing!

[@PeterKertesz2013]

Awesome video,Thank you for sharing!

[@junovhs4646]

My favorite youtuber

[@ranron65]

Very interesting 💐 thank you for sharing

[@vasumathyparandhaman4709]

Lovely

[@Calm-1886]

Wow👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@utpaldutta4119]

I am Really very thankful

[@JosephJMcAllister]

Very nice video!

[@harishvyas6249]

Superb 👍

[@Qaareeen]

I came here after readin RM’s Indigo album cover article. Thankyou for this informative video, really enhanced my knowledge 🤍

[@TERRYBIGGENDEN]

Nice work. I add a few drops of hydrogen peroxide to the developing water. It intensifies the colour amazingly. I like the darker shade. Anyway, looking forward to more of your work. :-)

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

that's interesting, hydrogen peroxide. Hm. I must try what it does.

[@TERRYBIGGENDEN]

Thanks. It just instantly deepens the colour. Some people say that will occur naturally over time with drying. But I like the quick result so that I then know how successful the print will be. Best wishes. :-)

[@belbras]

Just an advice: always wear proper gloves when handling those chemicals!

[@yuchan19]

I didn't know about cyanotype until i watch Bangtan bomb.

[@avitalbaronizackov666]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Avital

[@Foto22417]

Yes, you can! You shouldn't have trouble finding info about it online.

[@alexandrkochetkov484]

Примечательно, что простые цвета и формы способны создавать некий эффект загадки. Появляется желание всмотреться и вникнуть. Интересно, рваные края на бумаге - это Ваш художественный ход?

[@TigaBg]

This has been very useful, thank you! I can't believe someone disliked this video.

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

There is always room for improvement ;) There is a reason for dislike I assume.

[@sweetnayla8059]

wow

[@maheshprabhu1557]

Receive Greetings...!!!👍

[@jakobmacek4628]

which paper is best for cyanotype?

[@Molanoism]

Can you do another layer with a different shape on same paper after process?

[@DanaMariedotorg]

Where do you have such nice birds? Thanks for the video

[@lauraaureli150]

Great tutorial but I was wondering, how do you stop the process of exposing the image? Is there a fixing bath too?

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

to stop, you just wash it with water. To intensify the blue color you can add vinegar into the water.

[@304Kid]

Use hot press paper, it takes the chemicals better.

[@caroldopp3303]

What weight of cold pressed paper do you recommend?

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

I will be leading a cyanotype workshop this Sunday (June 19) in the Central park, come to meet me in person! Date: June 19th, 2016 Time: 1-3 pm Location: Central Park, most Southeast corner, close to the entrance, next to the Pond Fee: 15$/person RSVP: facebook.com/events/1599605703703008/

[@kathybrenneman1868]

Wow is right! How deadly are these chemicals? Will they keep in a sealed jar or is there a shelf life? How do you dispose of the excess? Where can you get these chemicals and how expensive are they? I hope you don't regret me subscribing. Lol. I'm full of questions. I have seen the finished product before, but I had no idea how they did it. I think you are the only one on KZbin with a tutorial about it. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

Good questions! 1. you can buy the chemicals online or in some art stores, just look for cyanotype. Not expensive. 2. all chemicals can be harmful, cyanotype is considered to be safe, but I recommend to use protective glasses and a mask when working with cyanotype chemicals. 3. shelf life: long in powder, long when each ingredient is mixed with water and stored in a dark place, but when they are mixed - I would not keep them for longer then a week, even in a dark place.

[@sathvikasathvi7492]

Came here after watching bangtan bomb to learn about this art, 💜

[@javeeriyakhan3504]

Awesome, kindly tell the name of paper u used

[@maibandem]

Hi Ekaterina, was the cyanotype solution you used from the jacquard brand? one is sold in a bottle, and one is sold in a tub like the one in the video - what is the difference? Thanks!

[@josevillanueva2518]

Hi, great video! If I want to try this in a large format paper or canvas, how can I measure the proportions of the solution? Thanks

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

The proportion would be the same, you just need to mix a larger amount of the solution. When you buy the materials in crystals and powders its enough to last for a very long time, so mix a little extra, however when it is mixed it doesn't have a long shelf life, but you can store it in amber bottles in a dark.

[@0otee]

Can you do that with photo’s? In some way?

[@jennguillen6608]

Hello, how much water did you add for both solutions? I bought the bigger bottles but its not working and I dont know why :(

[@emmasmith9106]

Great video, thanks. I have once concern regarding cyanotypes; do they noticeably fade or change over time if framed and exposed to sunlight? Thanks!

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

Actually you are in luck, cyanotype does the opposite, it becomes more intensely blue when exposed to light

[@emmasmith9106]

So once a cyanotype had been made (ie exposed, washed & dried) it will remain relatively stable?

[@TheStockwell]

@@emmasmith9106 Anna Atkins created cyanotypes in the 1840s. They're still around and look wonderful. ☺

[@soniaakterborsha2315]

How much to mix two chemicals. How long should I keep under glass in the sun?

[@sbt23ify]

Brilliant! Can you use the chemicals on fabric?

[@Humpiemoor]

Just made a try on a quite thick linen type of fabric and it went out very well. It does take more liquid and the details are not as exact as on paper (but it could be for sure the texture of my fabric). Moreover I made this try with dried seaweed that had rather thick parts. Anyway, I am happy with the result and want to try a thinner cotton fabric next time.

[@reinedetrash]

Hello, thank you for the beautiful instructional video. Yesterday i tried cyanotype with the kids of my reading group, but i washed it off with water and everything dissappeared, would you know why? How long do you leave the papers exposed to the sun?

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

Ok, this sometimes might happen. I keep my paper exposed different length of time, depending on the strength of sun light. I watch it also when not sure, I wait till the color changes from yellow greenish to swampy greenish or brown. Then I wash. To intensify the color, add some table vinegar into the washing water. Also, pick paper that is cold press, but no smoother, as some papers are actually plastic, so they will not absorb any chemicals.

[@stinar37]

Thank you. Why am I losing contract (blue vs. white) as my cyanotypes dry?

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

try sun exposing for longer and also add some white vinegar to the wash water

[@MrAnilbose]

what quantities of chemical to add to the water make working solution placed in the dark light protected bottles?

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

Anil Bose every brand of cyanotype materials will have a different instruction and different proportions, if yours does not come with instructions for some reason, you could always experiment ;)

[@cyanotunes]

Mixing the two chemicals does not make it it uv sensitive. Potassium ferricyanide is what makes the print waterproof and blue. Ferric ammonium citrate is photo sensitive on its own and starts yellow/green and will fade to white in the sun . You could substitute the Ferricyanide with a small amount of oak tannins

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

Thank you for your informative comment!

[@adrianalopes1949]

what type of paper do you use for this? Thank you!!

[@alisonjohnson6730]

Can you recommend which papers to use please? Thanks, great tutorial.

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

I would say choose a cold press paper. Try different papers, as the result will be different

[@cindyhenry1410]

@@EkaterinaSmirnova photo paper??

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

@@cindyhenry1410 no, to apply your emulsion you need to find paper like cold-press that you can wash off easily (it should be well sized, meaning there should be enough of starch in it). So look for cold press watercolor paper. Do not use photo paper.

[@maria-eleniexadaktylou1269]

great video!thank you for sharing! pleas just one qustion.... we use thick or thin paper? :)

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

the thicker the better I would say. Though for cyanotype 140 lb it totally enough.

[@Humpiemoor]

@@EkaterinaSmirnova I used a thin vellum, after putting the mix on it looks quite a mesh. But when you put plants or flowers on it you get a nice result after exposing. I put some small leaves on it, cut them out and placed them in slide frames. That looks so nice.

[@wibipriyanto1828]

I want buy this emultion cyanotype, but I dont know whare I can buy it?

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

you should check out your favorite art store. If not, then online. I think I got it from Jerriesartarama.

[@70nikkiprajapati77]

What type of paper do u use??

[@emanuellombard6631]

è bellissimo, si riesce a fare anche su materiali diversi dalla carta? con il tempo il colore se ne va? va conservato al buio oppure la luce non gli farà niente? :-)

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

You can also do it on textile, you will have to soak your cloth in the cyanotype liquid and dry it in a dark room away from the light. The colors do not fade, but get stronger instead. The textile however might fade a bit after multiple washing.

[@meredithmartindale5264]

How do you rip the edges of the page?

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

Good question, nobody asked me this before, but edges are important! I fold my paper, use a sheep bone tool to run it all the way to make the fold very strong, then I fold the paper the other way, run my tool on the same fold again. Then I tear an inch on the fold with my hand, make that corner to stick up into the air, where the rest of the paper is still on the table. Then I start pulling the 2 sides apart carefully. If I want a rougher edge I would use my bone tool as a letter opener tool after the 1st fold. It is easier to see than explain. Maybe I make a video at some point.

[@afsanehfirouz286]

Can you apply the same technique on a canvas?

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

I would guess, I have made prints on textiles in the past, tho some canvases are primed, I don't know how it will react, maybe the whole thing will be washed away, or not... try

[@margarida8705]

Hi, thanks for your video! isn't necessary to add 100 ml of water to the solution?

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

You would have to look in the instructions for materials you buy. Each kind might have different.

[@margarida8705]

Thanks!

[@picklesdill9138]

Where can I find the chemicals Id need to make these

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

Faith Pickles I did a search online (I think Amazon had them). Art stores might carry them too.

[@poornitha3739]

here after bangtanbomb

[@radhathakkar8838]

What kind of paper was used for this?

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

Any paper that doesn’t absorb too much will actually do, try cold-press or hot-press papers

[@maibandem]

Can someone reccomend me an A3-sized paper which is suitable for cyanotype and where I can get one! Thanks :)

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

Maithila Bandem hi. What I did is I went to an actual store and looked at my options. It must be a watercolor paper, well sized (meaning not too absorbent). Cold press is perfect, but you can try different textures too. I suggest you get a few types of paper and try. If you don’t have much money to spend, then I recommend larger sheets which you can cut down to A3 size (instead of blocks).

[@maibandem]

Thank you so much!

[@derk7383]

ngl despite the natural boredom that u usually get when having to watch this im lowkey kinda exited For this to end

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

lol, sorry... Hey, you should be excited, it is a very cool process.

[@dustiny.334]

What kind of paper did you use?

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

cold-press watercolor paper 140 lb

[@clairemorgan5744]

Hello! What paper did you use here? 🙂

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

cold press. Try different papers

[@3rdrail92]

How long would you leave to expose?

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

It depends on the intensity of sun light. If it is bright, then it takes just about 4 min, if it is in shadow - much longer, closer to 10 min. I look at the color change.

[@3rdrail92]

Thank you

[@abohosamabohosam4178]

Are there any toxic risks from potassium cyanide on the health of the skin.. Shelf life and how much of the solution.. Is it placed in the refrigerator or in a warm place for storage? Thank you.

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

When dealing with chemicals it is always a great idea to wear gloves, goggles. I am sorry I did not do it during the demonstration. One the chemicals and not mixed, they will last forever, tho when mixed they have a shorted shelf life. So when mixed, keep the liquid mix in an amber bottle (UV safe) in a dark cool place.

[@abohosamabohosam4178]

@@EkaterinaSmirnova Thanks for the info،and reply (:

[@jamin_echo6360]

Namjoon, i love you

[@MarioFan171]

NileRed brought me here

[@polinashumakova7148]

Hello!:) Please tell me where can I buy this chemicals?

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

Online (Amazon has them) or in art stores.

[@claudiajacquesmc]

Lovely workshop. I just wished you were wearing gloves so I could share with my students.

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

Claudia Jacques good point

[@caroldopp3303]

I tend to use those disposable surgical gloves (from Costco) whenever I am doing "messy art" such as Indigo Dye techniques, Batik, and then painting on silk (scarves), etc. This is what my art professors at the University of Oregon instructed us (the students) to do. *That, and to use a respirator when working with chemicals.

[@tahsinatasnia6786]

Bts made me learn a lot of new things

[@mariavioleta666]

Is that toxic to breath?

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

When the chemicals are dry, try wearing a face mask, cause some of them are very powdery, when they are mixed in liquid, it is safe, but use protective gloves and goggles to be sure.

[@patriziaantonini9424]

In italiano GRAZIE

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

prego ;)

[@alvarezdhy]

Your views about to go wild girl cuz of BTS

[@gargidas635]

I came here after watching Namjoon's video 😂😂😂

[@CL-cn8wt]

Thats why I'm here😅, I want to try it

[@maureenheap3116]

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[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

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[@sheilahanchard2957]

Thanks but I wish you had not put background music. Very hard to hear you.

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

sorry about the sound

[@torkatrina]

Здравствуйте, а на русском языке есть видео?

[@jazzk4072]

DANGER! Not for a classroom.

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

you can find pre-made UV reactive papers in the store, they are not cheap, but safe. Also, I've worked withe kids so many times, they just love cyanotype. I just prepare the paper in advance.

[@sefordyce2563]

music toooooooo loud

[@johnmayo5445]

No need for the background noise

[@nancycline7038]

I like it. It makes the process very Zen and we all need more zen in our lives.

[@VojtaMaur]

Use fucking safety glasses and gloves. This could be dangerous...

[@vijaypartapsinghgrewal940]

This is the worst video commentary ever

[@EkaterinaSmirnova]

why is that? Help me to improve

[@vijaypartapsinghgrewal940]

@@EkaterinaSmirnova im sorry.. Its probably because i saw so many videos about cyanotype that the pace of your speech was very slow. I mean you are cute and adorable but i believe English isn't ypur first language, hence why it sounded slow, your speech. Please do not feel bad about it. I didn't mean to insult you in any way or hurt your feelings. You are doing a good job making videos and sharing it with us. We learn from you. Thanks