Botanical Cyanotype: A Guide to the Art of Sun Printing

Turn every nature walk into a masterpiece with artist and educator Sarah Bourne Rafferty's complete guide to cyanotype, a process that blends sunlight with a simple salt solution to turn everyday leaves and flowers into mystical-looking art. The book includes

an introduction to cyanotype basics, terms and definitions, troubleshooting, and key safety tips; guides to preparing solutions, plus gathering supplies for coating, developing, and drying; techniques for creating solar prints on both paper and fabric, plus level-up guides to wet cyanotype, bleaching/toning, double exposures, and incorporating paint and metallics; and 14 gorgeous step-by-step projects to use and gift, including: herb greeting cards, an accordion-fold book, a T-shirt, a tote bag, worry stones, and a digital negative.

This book offers the perfect blend of approachability and empowerment for creatives of all skill levels.

Author: Sarah Bourne Rafferty
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Published: 05/28/2026
Pages: 144
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 2.10lbs
Size: 11.26h x 8.79w x 0.80d
ISBN: 9780764371363


Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 05/01/2026 pg. 67

About the Author
Rafferty, Sarah Bourne: - Sarah Bourne Rafferty is the founder of Atwater Designs, a cyanotype design studio that produces original cyanotypes, fine-art prints, and paper goods. Her work has been shown both nationally and internationally. She currently lives in Chester County, Pennsylvania. www.atwaterdesigns.com