Cyanotype for All

When

11 AM – 3 PM
Saturday, October 31 2026
Saturday, November 14 2026
Saturday, December 5 2026

Format

In-Person

Cost

$100

Class number

49600 – Oct 31, 2026
49638 – Nov 14, 2026
49639 – Dec 5, 2026

Fall 2026 registration opens:
August 15th, 10 AM

Priority registration for scholarship recipients:
August 12th, 10 AM

Course description

Join us for a one-day workshop exploring one of the oldest photographic processes, the cyanotype. This alternative process produces a characteristic blue hued photographic print. In this workshop participants will use found objects like flowers, plants, or other common items to create unique photograms using the cyanotype process. We will cover the basics of the process from mixing and applying emulsion to exposure and development. Participants are encouraged to bring their own objects with them on the day. Advice will be provided on suitable objects.

Requirements

Photo Center Orientation is not required for this class, but it is required if student wishes to come to the Photo Center outside the workshop to develop film on their own and/or print their own photos in the Darkroom.

Good to know

Registration is handled by San Francisco Recreation & Parks. Search by the class number above if the Register button does not take you straight there.

Scholarships are available for most classes, with priority registration before general registration opens.

Questions? Email harveymilkphotocenter@sfgov.org or call (415) 554-9522.

Register for this class

Spots are limited and classes fill quickly once registration opens. Register through SF Recreation & Parks using the button below.

Need a hand with the fee? See our scholarship program.

New to the Photo Center?

Members and day-pass users take a one-hour Photo Center Orientation before using the darkroom and labs. Some classes count as your orientation; the requirements above will say so.

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