Kate Aitchison
Kate Aitchison’s artwork focuses on human interventions in the natural landscape—and her own emotive connection to place. She earned her BA in 2010 from Colorado College in Studio Art with a minor in Environmental Studies, and an MFA in 2016 from the Rhode Island School of Design. Recent exhibitions include a solo exhibition at Lyon College in Batesville, AR, at Bountiful Davis Art Center in Bountiful, UT and an upcoming solo exhibition at Ft. Lewis College in Durango, CO in early 2025.
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Open to All
Students of any skill and knowledge level.
Jul 21 - 25, 2025
9 AM - 5 PM
Papermaking Meets Cyanotype
Kate Aitchison
Tuition $1,250
Code P0833-25
This immersive workshop invites participants to delve into the art of handmade papermaking and the alternative photographic process of cyanotype. Participants explore the natural world as a source of both materials and inspiration, emphasizing the inherently place-based nature of these techniques. The first part of the workshop focuses on collecting and processing local plant materials, including invasive species, to create handmade paper. Participants learn essential papermaking techniques, such as fiber preparation, pulping, sheet formation, and drying, while discovering which plants are best suited for papermaking. In the second phase, participants investigate photographic imagery through the lens of place and connection. Using cyanotype—a historic photographic process known for its vivid blue tones—participants design image-based compositions that integrate seamlessly with their handmade paper. By merging organic materials with photographic imagery, the workshop creates a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of craft, nature, and storytelling. Ideal for artists and creatives interested in sustainable practices, alternative photography, and the expressive potential of handmade paper, this workshop fosters innovation and a deep appreciation for place-based artmaking.