Cyanotype Workshop
16 November @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
*Rescheduled from November 9th*
Introduction to Sun Printing! Join this hands-on workshop and discover the magic of cyanotype sun prints! Artist Elizabeth Ashamu Deng will guide you through the simple and beautiful process of creating prints using sunlight. Bring along special leaves, feathers, lace, or other small objects from home—or forage for something unique in the garden on the day.
This art form is fun and accessible for all skill levels, and the class is open to ages 10–100. Children over 6 years old are also welcome if accompanied by an adult participant. All supplies are included for use during the class. Cyanotype kits will also be available for purchase at the Provisions Kenya shop, so you can continue exploring this beautiful art form at home.
What’s a Cyanotype? Invented in 1845 by British scientist Sir John Herschel, the cyanotype process involves coating paper with a light-sensitive solution of iron salts. Objects or negatives are placed on the surface, which is then exposed to sunlight. After rinsing in water, the result is a striking indigo silhouette or image.
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Class fee is 3,000 per person paid to the teacher directly. We will follow up your registration with details on payment for the class, which can be sent directly to the teacher.
Cancellation Policy: Your class sign up is confirmed with payment to the teacher. Refunds are not possible, but we can reschedule once based on the availability of the teacher.
About your teacher: Elizabeth Ashamu Deng is a self-taught cyanotype artist and founder of the creative studio, Elewa. Her work draws inspiration from the textiles, patterns, and nature of the African continent. Alongside her artistic practice, Elizabeth has over fifteen years of experience in human rights and humanitarian advocacy, most recently serving as a Foreign Service Humanitarian Assistance Officer with the US Agency for International Development. Nigerian-American by background, she now lives and works in Nairobi. See more of Elizabeth’s work on Instagram and the Elewa website.