Conferva carnea c. 1843 - 1853

annaatkins

personal journal design

personal sketchbook

book mockup

coloured pencil

ink colored

sketchbook drawing

watercolour illustration

mixed medium

sketchbook art

watercolor

Anna Atkins, a pioneer in photography, created "Conferva carnea" using the cyanotype process, a technique she employed to document algae specimens. The image, printed in shades of blue, showcases the intricate detail of the plant, a beautiful example of the scientific and artistic potential of early photographic methods. The cyanotype, created between 1843 and 1853, reveals Atkins's dedication to botanical research.