PAR DIY Cyanotype Kit Paper – Cyanotype Printing Kit

Brand: PAR

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.

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Overview
🧭 Best Paper

Harness the power of the sun to create detailed prints from almost any object that casts a shadow: tools, toys, plants, leaves, stones, sand, strings, lace — even stencils, digital prints, and photographs! Use your imagination and let your creativity flow.

Simply place the object on the sensitized surface and expose it to sunlight (UV). If you want to create full-resolution photographic images on paper or fabric, use a digitally printed photographic negative instead of an object (that is, an inverted black-and-white image printed with an inkjet printer on transparency film).

💞 The cyanotype process is easy, quick, magical, and fun — and most importantly, it’s for everyone. Whether you’re a photographer, mixed-media artist, printmaker, quilter, or simply curious to experiment creatively, you can capture every shade of shadow and enjoy truly striking results.

🔹 Create detailed prints from almost any object that casts a shadow
🔹 Easy to use
🔹 Suitable for photographers, mixed-media artists, printmakers, quilters, and even children

The kit includes everything you need to create unique artworks using the cyanotype technique, along with special paper for your prints.

👉 The package includes:

Step-by-step instructions in Dutch, English, German, and French
2 bottles 100 ml with the cyanotype components, ready to mix
20 sheets watercolor paper 15 × 21 cm
5 inkjet transparencies suitable for printing photographic negatives
a pair of gloves
a foam brush
a plastic tray
a plastic mixing bowl
a stirring rod
a 100 ml measuring cup

💪 The manufacturer estimates that the materials are sufficient for approximately 40 A4-size prints. **

_{** This estimate is not binding and is based on normal conditions: correct use of the product, appropriate paper, and optimal printing conditions.}

Best Paper for Cyanotype & Van Dyke Printing

Choosing the right paper is essential for achieving good results with Cyanotype and Van Dyke printing. Since both processes use liquid photo chemicals and sunlight exposure, the paper must be able to absorb the solution and withstand washing.

1. Watercolor paper

The most commonly used paper for these techniques is watercolor paper. It is strong enough to absorb the light-sensitive solution without warping.

Most artists prefer papers with a weight of:

200–300 gsm

These papers can handle moisture, rinsing, and drying without losing their structure.

2. Acid-free paper

For archival quality prints, it is recommended to use acid-free paper. Acid-free papers help the photographic image remain stable and prevent long-term degradation.

3. Cotton rag paper

Papers made with cotton fibers (cotton rag) often produce the best results because they absorb the photo chemicals evenly and allow for more detailed prints.

4. What to avoid

Some types of paper are not suitable for these processes. Avoid:

glossy papers
coated papers
very thin papers
papers with heavy optical brighteners

These materials do not absorb the chemicals properly and may affect the final image.

💡 Tip:
If you are just starting out, try 200gsm or 300gsm watercolor paper. It is reliable, affordable, and works very well for both cyanotype and Van Dyke printing.