A Cyanotype Workshop with Nature

🎟️ Tickets available on Eventbrite

Discover cyanotype, a photographic printing process, in this hands-on workshop where Nature becomes your co-author
Slow down, step outside, and perhaps take a walk through the local Lee Valley — exploring Bow Creek Ecology Parkand East India Dock Basin between Canary Wharf and Trinity Buoy Wharf — for a little birdwatching and inspiration from the natural world.
Breathe deeply, listen to the river, and enjoy the calm energy that comes from spending time outdoors. Walking in nature can help quiet the mind, restore focus, and reconnect us with the rhythms of the natural world.
Notice the delicate shapes, textures, and shadows that Nature creates, and transform them into your own cyanotype prints.
Then come to BE Ka Art Studio, Elena's riverside atelier in Trinity Buoy Wharf, for a relaxing cynotype session. In this hands-on workshop, you'll discover cyanotype. This photographic printing process uses sunlight, water, and natural materials to create stunning one-of-a-kind artworks in deep luminous blue.
Using botanicals, shells, feathers, and found objects, you'll compose your own prints and watch them develop in real time. No cameras, screens, or prior experience needed.
You'll leave with your own original cyanotype artworks.

## Nature & Back to Gaia

These workshops are dedicated to Nature and Back to Gaia – A Copyright for Nature 👉 https://www.backtogaia.org
The founder of the project will present during the events, sharing the vision behind the initiative and its work protecting the natural world.
10% of every ticket will be donated to the charity and invested in projects that support and protect Nature.

## What You’ll Do

• Arrange botanicals and natural objects to compose your own cyanotype prints
• Add a personal touch with wooden letters, drawings, or handwritten details
• Expose your work in sunlight — or UV light if the weather is cloudy
• Develop your prints in water and watch the images appear

## What’s Included

Everything is provided, including:

• A5 coated paper sheet in your choice of colour
• Acrylic film
• Botanicals, feathers, shells, and natural materials (feel free to bring your own if you'd like)
• Small wooden craft letters
• Trays and all cyanotype materials

Just bring your curiosity.
Additional paper in different colours and sizes will be available to purchase on the day, along with acetate sheets and markers to customise your creations even further.

## Good to Know

• No prior experience necessary — suitable for complete beginners
• Relaxed and creative atmosphere
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Step-free access available

#### Please Bring

#### BYOB – No drinks or food will be provided. You’re welcome to bring your own.

The studio is close to local favourites such as The Orchard Café and Layers Bakery**,** if you’d like to grab a drink or snack before or after (both open every day until 4 pm).

## 📍Location – Trinity Buoy Wharf, London E14 0FP

The workshop takes place at Trinity Buoy Wharf, a historic 19th-century site in London’s Docklands, now home to one of London’s most vibrant creative communities, a sculpture park, event venues, and the iconic Container City™ buildings.
More info: https://www.trinitybuoywharf.com

The entry gate will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., so please don’t be late. If you arrive after that, unfortunately, we won’t be able to let you in.

## Privacy & Consent

By attending this event, you agree that photos and videos may be taken and used for promotional purposes, including on BE KA website and social media channels. If you'd prefer not to appear, simply let me know**,** and I'll make sure to respect your wishes.