Watch this!

  • Interactive Instructions

    Set up a laptop or tablet and glide through our step-by-step instructions (includes video steps).

    Click to launch 
  • Poster

    Download, print and stick this up on your wall!

    Download 
  • Instruction sheet

    In case you lose yours, here's an extra copy!

    Download 
  • Iris Activity

    Download, print and cut me out!

    Download 
  • A children's safari-themed journal cover featuring illustrated icons including binoculars, a camera, a pencil, a stamp, a jeep, and a magnifying glass on a blue background, with the title 'SAFARI JOURNAL' in the center.

    Travel Journal

    Print me if you'd like to make a few more prints!

    Download 

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Dive in to this!

Did you know this?

The sun-printing process you're using - cyanotype - was invented back in 1842.

What we heart most about this!

  • Five minutes of sunshine is the only ink you need. Build your camera, load your paper, and let science do the printing.

You should try this

Once your animal prints are made, try the same trick with leaves, keys or paperclips laid straight onto the paper in the sun - see what shapes you can capture.

Challenge time

Take on the working iris build and get it opening and closing smoothly. Then test whether a shorter or longer time in the sun changes how sharp your print comes out - and don't forget to rinse your print in some cold water!

Show us what you built!

Snap a photo of your build, your mod, or a totally new invention, and tag @eyeheart_aus on instagram, or send it to us via email at info@eyeheart.com.au.
We love seeing what curious minds come up with, and we might even share yours on our socials!

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