Woodland Cyanotype workshop with Lisa Pettibone
Lisa Pettibone will guide you in creating your own cyanotype artworks using natural materials that you will have gathered during the session. - something really different and magical to produce
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Cyanotype printing is an early photographic process (John Herschel 1842) producing white imagery on a deep Prussian blue background, magically developed before your eyes in daylight. Local artist Lisa Pettibone will guide you through the process to create a series of beautiful blue photo prints to frame, make into cards or bookmarks. No previous experience required. All equipment will be provided as will tea & biscuits.
Based in Surrey, Lisa Pettibone is a visual artist working in sculpture (glass and mixed media), installation and print. Expressing concepts related to natural forces and the evolution of form, her practice investigates the nature of human perception through the lens of science. She is a member of the Royal Society of Sculptors and her work will be exhibited at Shaping Glass/Shaping Futures, James Hockey Gallery, UCA Farnham from 1-31 October 2024.
Please park at the Rhododendron Woods car park for a short walk to the House. Normal car park charges apply. NT members park for free. Free entry to house for event.
Please note that there must be a minimum of 8 people for this event to go ahead. No refund of the ticket price will be given in any other circumstances.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 03442491895
- Suitability
Suitable for ages 10+. Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult.
- Meeting point
Meet at the reception area at Leith Hill Place
- What to bring and wear
Please dress appropriately both to gather materials from the estate and make your own cyanotype artworks
- Accessibility
The event will take place on the first floor. There is no lift. There is limited disabled parking outside the House. Please call to enquire.
- Other
No previous experience necessary.
Upcoming events
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