{"product_id":"september-4-10-30am-12-30pm-botanical-cyanotype","title":"September 4 | 10:30AM-12:30PM | Botanical Cyanotype","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin us at Ground on Friday, September 4 for a Botanical Cyanotype Workshop—an immersive introduction to the art of sun printing. Dating back to 1872, cyanotype is one of the earliest photographic processes, known for its rich blue tones and striking botanical impressions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this hands-on class, you’ll learn the fundamentals of cyanotype using natural materials. We’ll explore a range of techniques and examples on paper, fabric, and other surfaces before you create your own prints using a curated selection of flowers and botanical elements. You’ll leave with your finished pieces, along with guidance on how to mount and display them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll materials, botanicals, and tools are provided, as well as a workshop guide for reference and note-taking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis workshop is an invitation to slow down, observe plants more closely, and engage with nature through both art and process—capturing the fleeting beauty of the season in a lasting form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Jill Sowards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJill Sowards is a gardener and owner of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/violetear_studio\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVioletear Studio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.  She teaches classes on a range of gardening topics throughout the bay area and online, along with garden design and consultations.  No matter the subject, her foundation is always on ecological gardening, waterwise practices, and sharing her love of native plants.  Originally trained as a public interest lawyer, Jill believes that all people can benefit from building a nurturing connection with the joy of the garden.  Her own garden is in the Berkeley hills, which she cultivates with the help (or hindrance) of her family and a rescue hound. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorkshop Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate \u0026amp; Time: Friday, August 14, 2026; 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation: Ground Goods Nursery, Tiburon, CA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCost: $95 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuide with notes and instructions \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited to 15 participants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll participants receive 10% off additional Ground Goods purchases the day of the workshop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Event","offers":[{"title":"09\/04\/2026  10:30AM - 12:30PM","offer_id":48570603012355,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0328\/1259\/7379\/files\/Events.png?v=1782516134","url":"https:\/\/groundgoods.com\/products\/september-4-10-30am-12-30pm-botanical-cyanotype","provider":"ground","version":"1.0","type":"link"}