5 DAYS OF TIPS: Cyanotype Toning
Reader, the cyanotype process, allows for much more than just shades of blue . Through toning, you can transform your Cyanotype prints into a wide spectrum of hues, adding new dimensions to your work. Here's how ↓ Step 1: Dry Print for 24 Hours Before proceeding to bleaching or toning, you'll want to dry your cyanotype print for at least 24 hours. This ensures full oxidation and development of the deep blue iron compounds. Or speed up oxidation by using hydrogen peroxide during the wash bath. Step 2: Bleaching The blue color in cyanotype comes from complex iron ferrocyanide. By placing the print in an alkaline environment, you can reduce and break down the iron, so the blue will fade! Step 3: Toning • Place the washed print in a toning bath. We have a free toning cheat-sheets with toners ideas! |
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Wood Ash, Avocado & Sweet Potato 🍃 Happy Summer Solstice Reader!! 🍃 Did you know you can bleach cyanotype prints using wood ash ? I didn't know until someone told me so on instagram!! (If you are new to cyanotype or cyanotype toning, read this!) Why wood ash can bleach cyanotype 🪵 👵 My Italian grandmother used to tell me that her mum washed clothes with ash during the war. The alkaline nature of the ash worked wonders, breaking down the oils and stains in the fabric, much like how modern...
Create prints using Spirulina and Matcha Reader, remember when we explored toning cyanotype with Matcha? Now, let’s dive into something new: creating anthotypes with Matcha and Spirulina! What is an Anthotype: It's a photographic print made using natural pigments from plants—in this case, Matcha and Spirulina. These pigments are photosensitive and fade when exposed to light. from left to right: blueberry anthotype, turmeric anthotype , grass anthotype How to print with Matcha and Spirulina:...
Tips & tricks to get great images with expired film Reader, film photography is far from dead: it's thriving, but so is the cost of film. Shooting expired rolls is cheaper and can add an exciting twist to your photos. 🎞️ What you should know: Expiration Date: Film typically expires two years after production but remains usable beyond that. Chemical Breakdown: Silver halides in the film react to light and lose sensitivity over time. Degradation: Expect faded colors, increased grain, and...