Not at all. Cyanotypes are made on sturdy, museum-quality cotton rag paper and are fully archival. They’re created through a chemical reaction with UV light, so once they’re processed and dried, they’re as stable as any fine art print. They just look delicate because of their soft, organic edges.

With proper care, both cyanotypes and digital prints stay rich and vibrant for decades. Framing behind UV-protective glass and keeping artwork out of direct, intense sunlight is the best way to preserve any print, handmade or digital.

Yes. They fit into standard frames or custom frames, just like digital prints. Many people choose to float-mount their cyanotypes to highlight the natural, brushed edges, but they look great framed traditionally too.

Cyanotypes rely on a digital negative printed on transparency film, and that negative has to be the exact size of the final artwork. For the smaller pieces, I print those myself. For larger sizes, I need to have the transparencies made by a print shop, and I’m still hunting for the right partner who can match the quality I want. The good news is that I am working on it, and as soon as I find a printer I trust, I’ll be expanding the size options.

Stay tuned! Bigger cyanotypes are definitely on my wish list too.

Each cyanotype is a true one-of-one artwork. It’s created entirely by hand, from brushing the chemistry onto the paper to exposing and rinsing it. No two ever turn out the same. The time, materials, and uniqueness are all part of what makes them special and collectible.

Absolutely. Digital fine art prints are made with professional pigment inks on archival cotton rag paper, so they’re designed to last a lifetime (and then some) when properly framed and cared for. Each one is hand signed and part of a limited run of 50, which gives you the longevity of an archival print with the collectability of a small edition.

They share the same spirit, but they’re not identical. Digital prints are crisper and more modern, with clean details and smooth gradients. Cyanotypes are softer, more textural, and have natural variation. Think of them as siblings, not twins.

It really comes down to your space and the vibe you want. Smaller prints are great for shelves, gallery walls, or mixing into an existing collection. Larger prints make more of a statement and can anchor a room on their own. If you’re unsure, I’m always happy to help with sizing and framing suggestions. You can even send me a photo of your space, and I’ll create a quick mock-up so you can see how the print will look before you commit.

Yes! I love creating custom cyanotypes. While the sizes are currently limited, there’s still plenty of room to get creative. Want a favorite image turned into a diptych? Let’s make it happen. I’ve even taken a single photo and printed it as a twelve-panel polyptych to create a 24x40 statement piece. If you have an idea in mind, reach out and we’ll dream it up together.

Technically, no. Each cyanotype is truly one of a kind, so I can’t recreate the exact same piece once it’s sold. I can print the same photo again as a new cyanotype, but because everything is done by hand, it will always turn out a little different. If you missed one you loved, feel free to ask. I’m happy to talk about creating a new variation of that image.

Cyanotypes are usually ready to ship quickly if they’re already made. If I’m creating one to order, it may take a bit longer depending on weather and studio timing. Digital prints are produced through a professional fine art printer and typically ship within a week.

Digital prints are extremely consistent. Cyanotypes, on the other hand, will always have subtle variations because they’re made by hand. Those differences are part of what makes each one unique.

Yes, the brushed or feathered edges are intentional. They’re part of the cyanotype process and one of the reasons people love them. Every edge is shaped by hand, not by a machine.