Light-based printing techniques offer a fascinating way to create images using sunlight or UV light. By placing leaves, flowers, objects, or photographic negatives on light-sensitive surfaces, you can produce unique prints with beautiful details and organic textures.
In this category you will find materials and kits for cyanotype, sun printing, and Van Dyke printing techniques. The selection includes photographic chemicals, watercolor papers, and light-activated textile dyes such as SolarFast. These processes are widely used for botanical printing, textile design, mixed media art, art journals, and creative workshops.
The Lamali Lokta Roll is a continuous roll of handmade Lokta paper, 50gsm, measuring 11.8" x 118.1" (30 x 300 cm) and wrapped around a natural bamboo stick. Lokta is a traditional handmade paper from Nepal, known for its natural texture, strength and authentic handmade character. With its generous 3 m length and lightweight feel, it is ideal for calligraphy, ink, printing, pencils, graphite, creative printing, gift wrapping, collage, paper crafts and mixed media details.
Lamali Aquarelle Handmade Cotton Rag Paper is a set of 10 sheets of handmade watercolor paper made from 100% cotton, 300gsm, in a clean white shade with beautifully irregular edges that highlight its handmade character. Ideal for watercolor, gouache, ink, printmaking and mixed media techniques, it offers a stable, absorbent surface with a natural texture. Each sheet is individually formed using a traditional technique on a wooden mould, giving the paper its unique character and authentic handmade feel.
Lamali Aquarelle Handmade Cotton Rag Paper is a set of 10 sheets of handmade watercolor paper made from 100% cotton, 300gsm, in a clean white shade with beautifully irregular edges that highlight its handmade character. Ideal for watercolor, gouache, ink, acrylic ink, printmaking and mixed media techniques, it offers a stable, absorbent surface with a natural texture. Each sheet is individually formed using a traditional technique on a wooden mould, giving the paper its unique character and authentic handmade feel.
Lamali Aquarelle Handmade Cotton Rag Paper is a set of 10 sheets of handmade watercolor paper made from 100% cotton, 300gsm, in a clean white shade with beautifully irregular edges that highlight its handmade character. Ideal for watercolor, gouache, ink, printmaking and mixed media techniques, it offers a stable, absorbent surface with a natural texture. Each sheet is individually formed using a traditional technique on a wooden mould, giving the paper its unique character and authentic handmade feel.
Lamali Multi-Techniques Cotton Paper is a pack of 10 sheets of handmade 100% cotton paper, 150gsm, in A4 size and Ivoire, a warm ivory shade that gives a more natural base than bright white. It has a fine finish, with a smoother and quieter surface than heavily textured papers, making it a beautiful choice for drawing, printing, printmaking and mixed media.
Ideal for dry and light wet techniques, including pencil, graphite, ink, printmaking, creative and digital printing, collage, light watercolor and mixed media. The A4 format makes it especially practical for art prints, stationery, invitations, project sheets and creative applications that need paper with a natural handmade feel.
Lamali Multi-Techniques Cotton Paper is a pack of 10 A4 sheets of handmade 100% cotton paper, 150gsm, in white, with a fine finish. It is a multi-techniques paper suitable for dry & wet media, mixed techniques, drawing, ink, light watercolor, collage and mixed media.
Its white surface gives you a clean base for color, line work and details, while the A4 format makes it practical for bookbinding, printmaking, creative or digital printing, stationery, invitations and art prints.
Lamali Multi-Techniques Cotton Paper is a pack of 10 A4 sheets of handmade 100% cotton paper, 300gsm, in Ivory, with a fine finish. It is a multi-techniques paper suitable for dry & wet media, mixed techniques, drawing, ink, watercolor, gouache, collage and mixed media.
The heavier 300gsm weight offers a more stable surface for techniques with more water or multiple layers, while the warm ivory shade gives a more natural base than bright white. The A4 format makes it practical for bookbinding, printmaking, creative printing, stationery, invitations and art prints.
Lamali Multi-Techniques Cotton Paper is a pack of 10 A4 sheets of handmade 100% cotton paper, 300gsm, in white, with a fine finish. It is a multi-techniques paper suitable for dry & wet media, mixed techniques, drawing, ink, watercolor, gouache, collage and mixed media.
The heavier 300gsm weight offers a more stable surface for techniques with more water or multiple layers, while the A4 format makes it practical for art prints, bookbinding, printmaking, creative printing, stationery, invitations and finished works on loose sheets.
The Olino Hemp Paper is a set of 10 handmade hemp paper sheets in A4 size and 200gsm weight. With a subtle natural texture and natural deckle edges, it stands out for its authentic character and beautiful feel in the hand. It is suitable for printing, cards, invitations, stationery, and creative applications where the paper itself becomes part of the final result. A lovely choice for anyone looking for a distinctive handmade paper with a natural presence and refined character.
The Olino Paperworks Gampi Paper is a set of 10 handmade Gampi paper sheets in A4 size, with a weight of 150gsm and an off-white tone. It stands out for its smooth, almost silky surface and its excellent strength, while still feeling refined and lightweight in use. It is ideal for artistic techniques, printing, bookbinding, and more special paper applications. A distinctive handmade paper for creators who want quality, finesse, and versatility.
The Olino Paperworks Gampi Paper is a set of 10 handmade Gampi paper sheets in A4 size, with a weight of 120gsm. It stands out for its smooth, almost silky surface and its excellent strength, while still feeling refined and lightweight in use. It is well suited to artistic applications, bookbinding, printing, and more distinctive printed projects. A special handmade paper for creators who want quality, finesse, and versatility.
Mitsumata handmade paper from Japan with a heritage dating back to the 5th century. Its smooth, parchment-like finish, tear resistance and natural insect-repellent qualities make it perfect for fine art, conservation, ink and dry media.
The package includes 10 solid sheets of 150 gsm, rimmed with a smooth surface on both sides.
The Scraps n Pieces Foam Brush 1" is a practical disposable sponge applicator with a wooden handle, designed for smooth application of glue, paint, varnish and other liquid craft products. Its 1" width is ideal for decoupage, mixed media, paper crafts, wooden objects and small creative surfaces.
The PAR DIY Cyanotype Kit Paper allows you to create stunning blue photographic prints using sunlight. The kit includes everything needed to transform watercolor paper into light-sensitive paper and produce detailed prints using objects, plants, textures or photographic negatives.
Eight sheets of top quality professional 60% Cotton Fabriano paper of 300gsm with a smooth vellum surface. It performs equally well as 100% rag paper and its lack of an external sizing agent gives it a sumptuously soft surface which makes it ideal as a luxurious, upscale drawing paper. It is also acid-free & chlorine free.
The Jacquard SolarFast Wash is a specially formulated cleaner that removes undeveloped dye after exposure, keeping SolarFast prints clear, bright, and permanent on fabric or paper.
The Essdee Ink Tray 240 × 200 mm gives you a spacious, flat rolling surface for inks, glue or acrylics — durable, easy to clean and ready for your printmaking projects.
The Speedball Bench Hook + Inking Plate is a durable all-metal 2-in-1 tool designed to provide stability while carving and a smooth surface for rolling out ink. Its built-in lip fits securely over the edge of a desk or table, helping keep your block in place while you work. The flat surface also serves as a reliable inking plate for clean, even ink application.
The Baohong Artist Edition Watercolor Paper Pad includes 20 sheets of 100% cotton 300gsm paper, ideal for artists who want very good water resistance, proper absorbency, and excellent colour performance. The Hot Press surface is smoother, making it especially suitable for fine detail, clean lines, and more controlled colour application. The cover features exclusive artwork by Blanca Alvarez.
The Strathmore 300 Series Printmaking Pad is a versatile paper pad for printmaking techniques, featuring 120gsm smooth/medium surface paper that captures clean lines, textures, and gradients. Ideal for monotypes, gel prints, block printing, and proof prints, it offers an excellent balance of absorbency and flexibility.
The Strathmore 400 Series Printmaking Pad is a professional 280gsm paper pad for printmaking techniques. With a natural white sheet and medium / smooth surface, it delivers clean impressions, even ink absorption, and excellent pressure resistance.
Eight sheets of top quality professional 60% Cotton Fabriano paper of 300gsm with a smooth vellum surface. It performs equally well as 100% rag paper and its lack of an external sizing agent gives it a sumptuously soft surface which makes it ideal as a luxurious, upscale drawing paper. It is also acid-free & chlorine free.
Eight sheets of top quality professional 100% Cotton watercolor paper 300gsm (140lbs) - a paper that is highly valued among watercolor artists. It is ideal for watercolour, tempera, gouache, acrylic, ink, charcoal, graphite and drawing. It is also suitable for printmaking. It is chlorine and acid free, guaranteeing long conservation and inalterability over time. The paper is sized both internally and externally, making it ideally absorbent and retaining its nature unaltered even if scratched. Traditional white, without optical bleaching.
The PAR Watercolor Paper A3 200gsm is a versatile watercolor paper suitable for both painting and creative printing techniques. Its surface absorbs water and pigments evenly, allowing smooth watercolor blends and crisp printed details. Ideal for cyanotype, sun printing, and Van Dyke prints, as well as mixed media experimentation. The large A3 size gives you plenty of space for bigger artworks and creative compositions.
The Baohong Artist Edition Watercolor Paper Pad includes 20 sheets of 100% cotton 300gsm paper, ideal for artists who want very good water resistance, proper absorbency, and excellent colour performance. The Hot Press surface is smoother, making it especially suitable for fine detail, clean lines, and more controlled colour application. The cover features exclusive artwork by Julia Bereciartu.
The Strathmore 300 Series Printmaking Pad 20 x 25 cm is a reliable paper pad for lino printing, block printing, and print testing. With 120gsm medium surface paper, it handles ink and pressure with ease, making it ideal for practicing, proofing, and developing print ideas.
The Jacquard Cyanotype Chemistry Set contains the two chemical components required for the traditional cyanotype process. Exposure to sunlight or another UV source produces photographic prints in the distinctive deep Prussian blue associated with cyanotype. Use it on paper, cotton, linen, silk, canvas and other natural or porous surfaces to capture plants, leaves, lace, objects, stencils or photographic negatives.
Hahnemühle Bamboo 265 gsm is the first paper quality in the Hahnemühle Traditional Fine Art collection made of bamboo fibers. The natural white paper has a unique surface suitable for different painting & drawing techniques such as watercolor, acrylic, pastel and for sketching and drawing with charcoal and red ochre. It offers a brilliant flow of colors and ensures high luminosity.
Cyanotype is the original sun-printing process, one of the earliest photographic techniques. Harness the power of the sun to make detailed prints from virtually any object that casts a shadow. Simply place the object on the sensitized surface and expose to sunlight (UV). Use a digitally-printed photographic negative instead of an object to create full-resolution photographs on paper or fabric. Great for photographers, mixed media artists, printmakers, quilters, kids and more, the cyanotype process is easy, forgiving, quick, magical and fun.
Eight sheets of top quality professional 60% Cotton Fabriano paper of 300gsm with a smooth vellum surface. It performs equally well as 100% rag paper and its lack of an external sizing agent gives it a sumptuously soft surface which makes it ideal as a luxurious, upscale drawing paper. It is also acid-free & chlorine free.
Eight sheets of top quality professional 60% Cotton Fabriano paper of 300gsm with a smooth vellum surface. It performs equally well as 100% rag paper and its lack of an external sizing agent gives it a sumptuously soft surface which makes it ideal as a luxurious, upscale drawing paper. It is also acid-free & chlorine free.
The Jacquard SolarFast Film Marker is specially designed for creating photo negatives on transparency film, ideal for SolarFast printing, cyanotype, and other light-based techniques. Its rich, permanent black ink provides full coverage and excellent opacity, effectively blocking UV light for sharp, high-contrast prints.
The PAR Watercolor Paper A5 200gsm is a versatile watercolor paper suitable for both painting and creative printing techniques. Its surface absorbs water and pigments evenly, allowing smooth watercolor blends and clean printed details. You can use it for watercolor painting as well as cyanotype, sun printing, and Van Dyke prints. The practical A5 size makes it perfect for testing techniques, small artworks, and art journal pages.
The Jacquard SolarFast Thickener transforms SolarFast Dyes into a thicker, brushable or stencil-ready medium — perfect for painting, stamping, or screen printing without affecting light sensitivity.
The Little Birdie Customizable Canvas & MDF Box is a long rectangular MDF storage case with a white double-primed cotton canvas exterior and a black metal latch. Paint it with acrylics or markers, add stencils, lettering, resin, embellishments or tie-dye and create a unique organiser for brushes, pencils, markers, small craft supplies, jewellery or personalised gifts.
The Strathmore 300 Series Printmaking Pad is a reliable paper pad for lino printing, block printing, and print testing. Featuring 120gsm medium surface paper, it handles ink and pressure with ease, making it ideal for practicing, proofing, and developing print ideas.
The Baohong Artist Edition Watercolor Paper Pad includes 20 sheets of 100% cotton 300gsm paper, ideal for artists who want very good water resistance, proper absorbency, and excellent colour performance. The Hot Press surface is smoother, making it especially suitable for fine detail, clean lines, and more controlled colour application. The cover features exclusive artwork by Massimiliano Locco.
The Baohong Artist Edition Watercolor Paper Pad includes 20 sheets of 100% cotton 200gsm paper, ideal for artists who want beautiful colour performance and good water handling. The Cold Press surface offers both control and texture, making it suitable for smooth colour transitions as well as techniques that build colour in several passes. A very good pad for watercolor and other water-based techniques.
The Little Birdie Customizable Canvas Cover A5 Portrait Notebook is a hardcover journal with 80 pages of smooth, archival-quality 90gsm paper and a white double-primed cotton canvas cover. It is ideal for journaling, notes, recipes, travel records and creative ideas, while the canvas cover can be painted and decorated with acrylics, fabric markers, stencils, lettering, glitter and foil.
The Wear’m Medium Tote Bag – Natural is an undecorated fabric bag in a natural ecru shade, ready to personalise with paints, markers, stencils, inks, glitter and decorative elements. It features two long handles and a 2" gusset for additional space, making it ideal for outings, shopping, books, craft supplies and personalised gifts.
The Little Birdie Customizable Canvas Cover Sketch & Draw Book is a compact square hardcover sketchbook with 50 sheets of artist-quality, acid-free 150gsm paper. It is suitable for pencil, coloured pencil, charcoal, pastel and ink and can also support light washes of watercolour, gouache and acrylic. Its white double-primed cotton canvas cover can be painted and decorated, turning the sketchbook into a complete personal artwork.
Ready-to-use pretreated cotton fabric sheets for cyanotype printing! With Jacquard Cyanotype Fabric, no chemicals or mixing needed — just expose to sunlight and watch your image appear in stunning Prussian blue tones.
The Little Birdie Customizable Canvas & MDF Box is a rectangular MDF storage box with a white double-primed cotton canvas exterior and a black metal latch. Paint it with acrylics or markers, add stencils, lettering, resin, embellishments or tie-dye and create a unique organiser for craft supplies, jewellery, cosmetics or personalised gifts.
The Little Birdie Customizable Canvas Zipper Pouch is a white barrel-shaped pencil case made from double-primed 100% cotton canvas, ready for painting and decoration. Customise it with acrylic paint, fabric markers, stencils, lettering, glitter and Stickles, then use it to store pencils, brushes, markers, small craft supplies, cosmetics or accessories.
The Little Birdie Customizable Canvas Cover Sketch & Draw Book is a square hardcover sketchbook with 50 sheets of artist-quality, acid-free 150gsm paper. It is ideal for pencil, coloured pencil, charcoal, pastel and ink and can also support light washes of watercolour, gouache and acrylic. Its white double-primed cotton canvas cover can be painted and decorated, turning the entire sketchbook into a personal work of art.
Fabric sheets with a light-sensitive coating for cyanotype printing, ready to use. An easy way to create beautiful blue prints with no prep or chemical mixing.
The Baohong Artist Edition Watercolor Paper Pad includes 20 sheets of 100% cotton 200gsm paper, ideal for artists who want good absorbency, clean colour performance, and a smooth surface. The Hot Pressed finish is especially suitable for fine detail, clean lines, and more controlled colour application, making it a very good choice for watercolor, ink, and gouache.
Baohong Masters Watercolour Paper Cold Pressed is a professional 300gsm watercolor paper made from 100% cotton, with a cold pressed surface that offers an excellent balance of texture and control. Traditionally mould made, archival and pH neutral, it features natural gelatin sizing for smooth interaction between water, pigment and paper. Its natural white tone contains no optical brighteners, making it a versatile choice for washes, glazing, lifting, layering and detailed watercolor work. The pack includes 8 sheets measuring 7.5" x 5.1".
Baohong Masters Watercolour Paper Cold Pressed is a professional 300gsm watercolor paper made from 100% cotton, with a cold pressed surface that offers an excellent balance of texture and control. Traditionally mould made, archival and pH neutral, it features natural gelatin sizing for smooth interaction between water, pigment and paper. Its natural white tone contains no optical brighteners, making it a versatile choice for washes, glazing, lifting, layering and detailed watercolor work. The pack includes 8 sheets measuring 7.5" x 10.2".
Baohong Masters Watercolour Paper Hot Pressed is a professional 300gsm watercolor paper made from 100% cotton, with a smooth hot pressed surface for crisp lines, fine detail and precise brush control. Traditionally mould made, archival and pH neutral, it features natural gelatin sizing and a natural white tone with no optical brighteners. It is an excellent surface for botanical watercolor, illustration, portraits and detailed paintings where precision and clean areas of color matter. The pack includes 8 sheets measuring 7.5" x 5.1".
Baohong Masters Watercolour Paper Hot Pressed is a professional 300gsm watercolor paper made from 100% cotton, with a smooth hot pressed surface for crisp lines, fine detail and precise brush control. Traditionally mould made, archival and pH neutral, it features natural gelatin sizing and a natural white tone with no optical brighteners. It is an excellent surface for botanical watercolor, illustration, portraits and detailed paintings where precision and clean areas of color matter. The pack includes 8 sheets measuring 7.5" x 10.2".
Baohong Masters Watercolour Paper Rough is a professional 300gsm watercolor paper made from 100% cotton, with a pronounced rough surface that enhances washes, granulation and expressive brushwork. Traditionally mould made, archival and pH neutral, it features natural gelatin sizing for controlled interaction between water, pigment and paper. Its natural white tone contains no optical brighteners, giving watercolor pigments a balanced, authentic foundation. The pack includes 8 sheets measuring 7.5" x 5.1".
Baohong Masters Watercolour Paper Rough is a professional 300gsm watercolor paper made from 100% cotton, with a pronounced rough surface that enhances washes, granulation and expressive brushwork. Traditionally mould made, archival and pH neutral, it features natural gelatin sizing for controlled interaction between water, pigment and paper. Its natural white tone contains no optical brighteners, giving watercolor pigments a balanced, authentic foundation. The pack includes 8 sheets measuring 7.5" x 10.2".
Explore the magic of printing with sunlight using the Jacquard SolarFast Starter Kit! This all-in-one set includes everything you need to create photographic prints on fabric or paper using SolarFast dyes and natural UV light.
The PAR DIY Cyanotype Kit Postcard lets you create beautiful blue photographic prints using sunlight. The kit includes everything you need to turn watercolor postcards into light-sensitive paper and produce unique prints using objects, plants, textures or photo negatives.
PAR DIY Lumen Kit Postcard is a creative experimental photography kit for making 12 unique postcards using sunlight. It includes ready-to-use photosensitive papers, postcard backs and all the essentials to explore lumen printing without a camera, without a darkroom and without applying chemicals yourself. Simply place leaves, flowers, small objects or transparencies on the paper, expose it to the sun and let the light create organic, unpredictable impressions.
The PAR DIY Van Dyke Refill 100ml allows you to continue creating sepia photographic prints using the historic Van Dyke printing process. This refill contains the same amount of chemicals included in the PAR DIY Van Dyke Kit – Paper, making it ideal for users who already own the starter kit.
The PAR DIY Van Dyke Refill 250ml allows you to continue creating sepia photographic prints using the historic Van Dyke printing process. This refill contains the same amount of chemicals included in the PAR DIY Van Dyke Kit – Paper, making it ideal for users who already own the starter kit.
The PAR DIY Cyanotype Refill 1000ml allows you to continue creating beautiful blue prints using the cyanotype sun-printing process. The set includes the light-sensitive chemicals needed to produce detailed prints using sunlight. Perfect for artists, photographers and makers exploring alternative photographic techniques.