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Discovery Design Time: Cyanotypes

Discovery Design Time at Discovery Center

Harness the power of the sun to create beautiful works of art! In this hands-on Discovery Design Time activity, guests will explore cyanotype printing, one of the earliest forms of photography that uses sunlight and chemistry to create striking blue-and-white images.

As part of our weather-themed programming, participants will discover how ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun can trigger chemical reactions on specially treated paper. By arranging objects and exposing them to sunlight, guests will create unique prints while learning how light, shadows, and weather conditions can influence the artistic process.

Along the way, we’ll investigate the science behind UV rays, discuss how sunlight affects our daily lives, and explore how artists and inventors have used light-sensitive materials to capture images for nearly two centuries.

This engaging activity combines art, chemistry, and weather science, giving guests the opportunity to experiment, create, and discover the hidden power of sunlight.

This program is included with general admission.

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