Beneath the Blue Surface

Double Exposure | Oak & Maple Varieties | Delicate Fern Fronds

I created this piece using a double exposure technique, repeating the cyanotype process twice to build beautiful layers of overlapping botanical impressions. Different varieties of oak leaves fill the upper portion of the composition, while maple leaves anchor the bottom, creating an almost yin and yang effect between the two. A beautiful fern stretches across the center, connecting the different botanical elements and bringing a sense of balance to the arrangement.

I wanted to explore the diversity of these northern trees by using leaves from different species, shapes, and sizes. From large, dramatic silhouettes to smaller, intricate leaves, each botanical impression reveals something unique about the natural world. The delicate details of the fern create a lovely contrast with the bold shapes of the oak and maple leaves.

Soft shades of powder blue, turquoise, and muted sage blend into deeper tones of navy and indigo. Through the double exposure process, some leaves appear almost transparent, allowing you to see different botanical layers beneath them. The contrast between the larger and smaller leaves creates a beautiful sense of depth, while the arrangement brings harmony and balance to the composition. Care about