In this online course, Phoenix-based artist Laurie Anne Gonzalez gives step-by-step instructions detailing how to make cyanotypes – a photographic blueprint – from everyday botanicals, such as leaves, and flowers.

We usually think of painting and photography as separate forms of visual art. But the process of cyanotype developed in the 19th century combined elements of both.

Similar to photography, cyanotypes follow a process using chemicals and light to produce images on paper or canvas.

This online course taught by artist and art educator Laurie Anne Gonzalez of Laurie Anne Art and hosted by Skillshare provides an overview of the materials needed and steps to follow in order to produce your own cyanotype prints.

Using botanicals from one's surroundings and natural light, cyanotypes are a fun way to create organic art images from the comfort of your home.