Salt printing is the oldest negative to positive photographic process! In this 3-hour workshop, students will work with plant materials and translucent items. This process uses a saltwater solution and silver nitrate on watercolor paper to produce images. Broaden your art making skills by learning this historical process!

• History of salt printing
• How to coat watercolor paper
• Differences in watercolor paper
• Deep dive into the Salt Print Initiative at Harvard University

PREREQUISITES

None!

SUPPLIES

All art materials are provided.

PARKING AND ARRIVAL

Watershed Charlotte (2101 Shenandoah Ave): There is ample parking to the side and behind the building. When you arrive, go to the side door at the parking lot on the east side of the building (opposite end of the church from the sanctuary). If no one is there to let you in or the door is currently locked, ring the doorbell on the brick wall with an Arts+ sign next to it to call our studio.