Cyanotype Taster Workshop London | Outdoor Sun Printing at Deptford Flower

Join us outside at Deptford Flower Market for a relaxed, hands-on cyanotype printing workshop. A beautiful, historic photography process that uses sunlight to create striking blue and white prints.

Perfect for beginners, this quick taster session invites you to slow down, get creative, and make your own unique botanical artwork using natural materials.

• Learn the basics of cyanotype (sun printing)
• Arrange flowers, leaves, and objects to create your design
• Expose your print in natural sunlight
• Wash and reveal your final artwork

You’ll leave with your own A6 cyanotype print, completely unique and ready to take home.

• 📍 Location: Deptford Flower Market, SE8 (Deptford Market Yard, next to SALT bar)
• 📅 Dates: Saturdays — 4th April, 2nd May, 6th June, 4th July
• ⏰ Time slots: 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm
• 👥 Small groups: Max 4 people per session
• 💷 Price: £15 per person
• 🕒 Duration: approx. 45-60 minutes

• Complete beginners (no experience needed)
• Creative day out seekers
• Couples, friends, or solo visitors
• Anyone looking for a mindful, hands-on activity in London

Cyanotype is one of the oldest photographic techniques, known for its rich blue tones and dreamy, organic results. It’s simple, satisfying, and perfect for experimenting with nature and composition.

• This is an outdoor workshop using sunlight
• In poor weather, timing or setup may be adapted slightly
• All materials are provided

Closest stations:

• Deptford (1 stop from London Bridge)
• New Cross (Windrush line + National Rail)
• Deptford Bridge (DLR)

Find us at the south end of Deptford Market Yard, next to SALT bar.

We run welcoming, creative workshops designed to help you slow down, make something by hand, and try something new.

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