Diana Bloomfield
A fine art photographer for 40 years, Diana Bloomfield specializes in 19th-century photographic printing techniques, creating visual narratives through her handmade prints and one-of-a-kind artist books. Internationally exhibited and published, Bloomfield’s art is also in a number of public and private collections, including the Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach, FL and in the New Mexico History Museum in Santa Fe, NM.
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Open to All
Students of any skill and knowledge level.
Aug 4 - 8, 2025
9AM-5PM
Alternative Processes Unleashed: Cyanotype and Gum Bichromate
Diana Bloomfield
Tuition $1,325
Code P1127-25
The deceptively simple cyanotype process is one of the oldest photographic printing methods, steeped in a rich history and offering a stunning array of exquisite and mysterious blues. In this workshop, students embark on an exploration of this timeless technique, experimenting on various papers to create both photograms and photographs while learning to produce digital negatives. While cyanotype stands alone as a popular choice for contemporary photographic artists, many practitioners continue to innovate by toning their prints with a variety of organic botanical toners, allowing for a remarkable range of colors and hues. This versatile process seamlessly integrates with other alternative techniques, including gum bichromate. Participants also explore the exciting possibilities of layering gum bichromate over their cyanotypes, engaging fully with the vibrant color aspects of this combined process. This hands-on experience not only deepens their understanding of cyanotype but connects them to its rich artistic heritage.