Is there anything quite as relaxing as reading on a summer afternoon?

Reading on the beach or poolside, completely absorbed in a book, is a true summer delight! This tranquil feeling of escape inspired this series of cyanotypes on altered books – Summer Reading.

Upcycled vintage book covers “frame” each original cyanotype print giving these old volumes a new life. Exposed bindings and torn out pages add rustic texture and charm. The outer edges are sealed with collaged text culled from novels and textbooks, and some of the quirky titles are borrowed from the books themselves.

Find a quiet spot to “read” the pieces in this collection, and enjoy every detail while you savor your summer memories!

get lost in a book!

Each piece features a botanical cyanotype print from this spring or summer. Some depict homes and neighborhoods. They’re rich with shades of teal, blue, gold and brown. Collaged text, exposed binding, loose threads, and torn pages add interesting textures! These pieces do not require framing – they’re ready to hang.