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cyanotype art, apparel, and handmade goods made with wildflowers, topographic maps and sierra nevada sunshine
WHAT IS CYANOTYPE?
A WHOLE LOT O' MAGIC!
Cyanotype art is an alternative photographic printing process invented in the 19th century that captures the delicate details of natural elements like leaves, flowers, and other natural objects by placing them on treated paper or fabric and exposing them to sunlight.
This art form is a way to honor and preserve the intricate patterns and textures found in nature, celebrating this natural art process while fostering a deeper appreciation for the outdoors.
SHOP BY CATEGORY
sun-printed by hand
Each design begins as an original cyanotype, created using real flowers, topographic maps, and sierra nevada sunlight.
inspired by the sierra
Rooted in wild landscapes of the high country, days on the river, and time spent in the places we love to play.
connect to the places you love
made with topographic maps and wildflowers from memories gone by, reminding you of the places that matter.
LETTERS FROM THE SIERRA
MONTHLY PRINT CLUB
A little Sierra Nevada love dropped into the mail each month, for you who loves these mountains.
Each month, you'll receive a limited edition cyanotype art print featuring a wildflower and topographic map of the Sierra, a flower-inspired sticker, a typed letter inspired by some of my adventures and a sun-printed post card to keep the letter love going.
Click the link below to join.
Nov
14
Hart 2 Hart Christmas Faire: November 14 + 15
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sip n' shop at Hart to Hart Vineyard in the Coloma-Lotus valley!
Hart 2 Hart Vineyard Coloma, CA
Nov
19
Soroptishop in Truckee: November 19
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join Soroptimist International of Truckee Donner for our annual holiday tradition, generously sponsored by the Truckee Community Foundation! More than just a craft fair, Soroptishop is a celebration of our vibrant local spirit-bringing neighbors, families, and friends together to connect and support one another.
Truckee Donner Recreation Department
Nov
28
Fellowship of Craft: November 28 + 29
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Fellowship of Craft, formerly the Craneway Craft Fair, is an indoor, weekend-long marketplace that showcases more than 200 artists & craftspeople from the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond.
Henry J Kaiser Convention Center, Oakland CA
Nov
27
Grass Valley Cornish Christmas: November 27 + December 4, 11, 18
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Step into a winter wonderland in historic Downtown Grass Valley as we celebrate the magic of the season with Cornish Christmas — a cherished tradition that brings our community together with warmth, light, and holiday cheer.
Grass Valley, CA
Dec
4
Yosemite Craft Bazaar: December 4
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Grab a friend, enjoy the park in perfect weather, and gather for the best event of the holiday season! (we're biased, we know!)
Join us for any and all... coffee, vendors, baked goods, lunch, door prize drawings, silent auctions and a drink and dinner at the bar to wrap up a fabulous day!
Curry Village, Yosemite
Dec
12
Christmas in Coloma: December 12
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Join us for old-fashioned Christmas fun at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park!
Enjoy local gift vendors, warming fires, christmas crafts, wreath making, historic holiday house tours, hot food & beverages,
visits with santa and more! Don't miss the holiday house tour. Many of our historic buildings will be decked out for the holidays with docents sharing the stories of the people and events surrounding that house.
Coloma, CA
Dec
6
Nevada City Victorian Christmas: December 6, 9, 13, 16, 20
Welcome the holiday season in Nevada City. It’s a magical setting of hilly streets with authentic gas lamps, wandering carolers dressed in Victorian attire, and visitors sharing holiday cheer and good tidings.
Sundays: December 6, 13, 20 from 1:30-6:00PM
Wednesdays: December 9 + 16 from 5:00-9:00 PM
Nevada City, CA
Meet the Maker
Founded by Kali McKeown, Sierra Sown grew from years spent guiding on rivers in the Sierra Nevada and finding creative grounding through cyanotype printing. What began as a way to honor the places she loves through a process that often feels like magic, has grown into a collection of functional art—made slowly, thoughtfully, and with deep respect for the natural world.