history of cyanotype Melbourne Autumn morning, Princes Bridge 21 April 2026 Original toned cyanotype print

The surprising history of cyanotype

Cyanotype: from scientific discovery to contemporary art When we think about photography, we often imagine cameras, lenses and photographs captured in an instant. But some of the most fascinating photographic processes began long before digital technology – when scientists and artists were experimenting with chemistry, light and the possibilities of creating images by hand. Cyanotype…

Family Tree I and II, 2025 from the diptych “Family Tree” → Hills Hoist series, hand printed cyanotype photogram on found vintage canvas Size approx 50 x 50cm each

Why cyanotype is unlike any other form of photography

Cyanotype Photography  – why is it so captivating Photography is often associated with capturing a moment — freezing time with a camera and preserving a glimpse of the world as we see it. Cyanotype offers a different way of thinking about photography. Instead of looking through a viewfinder, we work directly with materials. Instead of…

Gypsophila paniculata cyanotype IMG_6793

What is cyanotype?

A beginner’s guide to the blue photographic process There is something magical about creating an image with sunlight. Unlike digital photography, where an image appears instantly on a screen, cyanotype asks us to slow down. It requires patience, observation and a willingness to embrace the unexpected. The final image is shaped not only by the…