MATERIALS

Potassium Ferricyanide and Ferric Ammonium Citrate. These create the photosensitive solution.

There are some variations on the chemicals, but if they specifically say they are for cyanotype they will work. You can also buy them through amazon here:

Soft brushes or foam applicators work very well for evenly coating your surface with the chemicals.

I personally prefer natural fibre brushes. You can buy it here:

Choose high-quality, absorbent materials like watercolour paper or natural fabrics (cotton, linen) for best results.

I recommend Canson watercolour paper 300gr/ 140lbs. You can find it here:

I recommend three containers. One for each of the two chemicals and one for mixing them together. You can use any glass or ceramic container, but try to use containers that you won’t use for eating or cooking.

To measure and mix the chemicals.

You can label them A and B to avoid cross contamination.

for safety when handling chemicals.

To keep things in place during sun exposure.

You can do one with:

Glass + Cardboard + 4 clips

I use a the back and the glass of a cheap frame and add the clips.