About this Experience
What you'll do:
Looking for a creative night out? Come make something you’ll actually use (and want to show off). In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design and create one custom cyanotype tote bag and two art prints/cards using the dreamy, deep-blue cyanotype process.
We’ll kick things off with a quick intro to how cyanotype works, then jump right into creating. You’ll brush on the light-sensitive solution, style your own photogram designs using botanicals and objects, and expose your pieces to light to reveal bold, one-of-a-kind prints. After a satisfying rinse, the magic blue tones appear, and your designs come to life.
No experience needed - just come ready to experiment and have fun. It’s relaxed, a little science-y, very aesthetic, and totally beginner-friendly. Perfect for anyone who loves artsy, hands-on experiences. You’ll leave with custom pieces and a new favorite creative skill.
Why we love it for your party:
Interactive and hands-on — everyone creates something unique
Guests leave with a custom tote bag + two art prints (not just memories!)
Aesthetic, Instagram-worthy process and results
No artistic experience needed — totally beginner-friendly
Great for birthdays, bachelorettes, team outings, or friend get-togethers
Relaxed, creative vibe that sparks conversation
Customizable themes (botanical, beachy, celestial, seasonal, etc.)
A fun mix of art, light science, and design
Doubles as both the activity and the party favor
About this experience partner:
Open Space is a creative studio designed for connection, experimentation, and making things by hand. We believe creativity should feel approachable, social, and a little bit playful — whether you’re a total beginner or a lifelong maker.
Our workshops blend art, process, and community in a relaxed, welcoming environment. We love sharing techniques like cyanotype that feel both timeless and fresh, giving you the chance to slow down, try something new, and leave with something you’re proud of.
At Open Space, it’s less about perfection and more about experience. Good energy, creative flow, and space to explore.
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LocationChicago, IL
223 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USAChicago, IL























