Introduction

Instructions for Mixing Solutions & Prepping Paper:

It is important that you add water to your bottles of chemicals, Part A & Part B. Allow them to them sit for 24 hours BEFORE getting started. If you haven’t done this don’t skip this. It is crucial to the success of your cyanotype printing experience.


There are two chemicals that produce cyanotype prints. They are: Part A - Potassium Ferricyanide and Part B - Ferric Ammonium CitrateI. Isn't it just so cool that when these two chemicals are combined the solution becomes LIGHT SENSITIVE! 

Learn the do's and don'ts when it comes to getting things prepped to begin creating all the gorgeous Prussian blueprints. 

Featured supplies: Jacquard Cyanotype Chemistry Set, Fabriano 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper, Water, Gloves, Butcher Tray, Dark Room or Box, Measuring Cup, Painting Cup, Flat Paintbrush

Exposure Times

Learn the optimal exposure time  for your light conditions. You'll want to make sure you know how long to expose your prints so they are able to fully develop. 

Featured supplies: Mixed Media Art Journal, Jacquard Cyanotype Chemistry Set, Fabriano 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper, Black Opaque Paper, Gloves, Picture Frame, Foil Bag, Hydrogen Peroxide, Flat Paintbrush, Measuring Cup, Painting Cup, Round 2 Paint Brush, Palette Knife, Cutting Mat, Craft Knife/Scissors, Butcher Tray

Practice with a Feather

 Gather some objects from nature to practice making a photogram! In this video Jesse will demo a feather. The possibilities are endless for what items you can use to create photograms with. Once you feel comfortable, dive into the Cyanotype Photogram - Everyday Tools lesson. 

Featured supplies: Jacquard Cyanotype Chemistry Set, Fabriano 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper, Everyday Magic Chipboard Shapes, Gloves, Picture Frame, Foil Bag, Hydrogen Peroxide, Flat Paintbrush, Round 2 Paintbrush, Measuring Cup, Painting Cup, Butcher Tray

Practice with a Negative

In this video Jesse demos how to create a cyanotype print using a negative. Your box includes negative images to practice with. We suggest moving on to the Cyanotype Printing with a Negative - Recipe for Magic lesson after this practice video. 

Featured supplies: Jacquard Cyanotype Chemistry Set, Fabriano 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper, Photo Film Negatives, Scissors, Gloves, Picture Frame, Hydrogen Peroxide, Flat Paintbrush, Measuring Cup, Painting Cup, Butcher Tray

Practice Drawing on Film

Grab your film, film marker, bleed proof whites, and let's get to learning how to draw on film. Learn how to doodle or trace your favorite symbols to create cool designs on your cyanotype prints. After you complete this practice lesson, we recommend moving on to the Cyanotype Print Drawing on Film - Magic Symbols lesson. 

Featured supplies: Jacquard Cyanotype Chemistry Set, Fabriano 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper, Jacquard Solarfast Film, Jacquard Film Marker, Everyday Magic Chipboard Shapes, Everyday Magic Collage Paper, Craft Knife, Gloves, Picture Frame, Hydrogen Peroxide, Flat Paintbrush, Measuring Cup, Butcher Tray

Cyanotype Photogram - Everyday Tools

Learn how to make photograms using the tools that make your days easier. This is one way to highlight the magical qualities of meaningful everyday objects.

There are many tools you use every day that make your work easier. Take a moment to think about what tools you use regularly that serve you in important ways. As you collect a few tools, lay them out and consider their negative spaces. Arrange them on the page and honor them by finding a layout that is pleasing to you. You could choose a few old and worn paintbrushes shaped by much use and love over time or perhaps a favorite collection of serving spoons from your kitchen. This is one way to highlight the magical qualities of meaningful objects in our everyday lives. 

Featured Supplies: Mixed Media Art Journal, Jacquard Cyanotype Chemistry Set, Fabriano 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper, Gloves, Picture Frame, Feathers, Foil Bag, Hydrogen Peroxide, Flat Paintbrush, Measuring Cup, Painting Cup, Yes! Paste, Butcher Tray

Cyanotype Printing with a Negative - Recipe for Magic

We'll create cyanotype prints using a negative to accentuate journal spreads. Create a recipe for what magic looks and feels like to you individually.

When have you been struck with the feeling that everything in that particular moment is just right? What were the elements that made it magical? Recipes don’t have to be for culinary creations alone, we can create them for our day as well. What is your recipe for a fantastic day? An ideal day’s list of ingredients could include a hot bath, a walk outside with loved ones, time in your journal, and so on. Handwritten or typed, your recipe for magic can be as long as you like.

Featured Supplies: Mixed Media Art Journal, Jacquard Cyanotype Chemistry Set, Jacquard Solarfast Film, Jacquard Film Marker, Jacquard Lumiere Acrylic Gold Paint, Fabriano 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper, Everyday Magic Collage Paper, Everyday Magic Chipboard Shapes, Photo Film Negatives, Bleed Proof White, Black Opaque Paper, Gloves, Picture Frame, Feathers, Foil Bag, Hydrogen Peroxide, Flat Paintbrush, Round 2 Paintbrush Measuring Cup, Painting Cup, Yes! Paste, Palette Knife/Scissors, Cutting Mat, Butcher Tray

Cyanotype Print Drawing On Film - Magic Symbols

Learn the art of drawing on film to bring to life everyday objects. Doodle and sketch these simple icons in different arrangements until you find a composition you love.

What symbols and objects create a spark in your day-to-day or when you encounter them? Try drawing from celestial symbols or things that delight you in nature. Doodle and sketch these simple icons in different arrangements until you find a composition you love.

Featured Supplies: Mixed Media Art Journal, Jacquard Cyanotype Chemistry Set, Jacquard Solarfast Film, Jacquard Film Marker, Jacquard Lumiere Acrylic Gold Paint, Fabriano 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper, Everyday Magic Collage Paper, Everyday Magic Chipboard Shapes, Bleed Proof White, Black Opaque Paper, Gloves, Picture Frame, Feathers, Foil Bag, Hydrogen Peroxide, Flat Paintbrush, Round 2 Paintbrush, Measuring Cup, Painting Cup, Yes! Paste, Palette Knife/Scissors, Cutting Mat, Butcher Tray

BONUS 1: Let's Make Art Matter

BONUS 2: Everyday Magic Lagniappe