Cyanotyping is a fantastic way to create beautifully expressive photographic prints at home that are incredibly long lasting and Earth-friendly. Unfortunately, like most things, it can seem daunting. That's why I wanted to take you with me on a complete beginning to end journey to show you just how uncomplicated and simple it can be to make high-quality cyanotypes yourself. I'll show you exactly what you need (and don't need).
You'll find no pretention here; no specialized equipment or tools. Just a couple of chemicals (check in the list below), then sun, and some water.
I'll have full tamp stamps soon but for now here are the times when Leia makes her appearances :)
Leia 03:05
Leia 42:48
Leia 43:14
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Bare-bones Cyanotype Chemicals and Tools
Chemicals from the video:
Jacquard Potassium Ferricyanide amzn.to/3gYzJzV
Jacquard Ferric Ammonium Citrate amzn.to/3s27hDz
Pre-mixed solutions/brushes kit (if you don't want to mix as I do in the video) amzn.to/3h0C8dz
Hydrogen peroxide can be found at virtually any drug or general store should you choose to use that as I show. White vinegar, of course, is available at your local grocery store. Most white vinegar comes in 4%-5% dilutions; either is fine.
Papers:
You can make a Cyanotype on virtually any surface! The paper I use in the video is an acid-free, hot-pressed, 11x14 inch 300gsm watercolor paper I purchased from a local craft store. Here are some similar papers on Amazon. Remember! It doesn't need to be an ultra-expensive paper to make your print. Acid-free papers are best, however, for longer archival life.
9x12 inch 300gsm watercolor paper amzn.to/3s4gMSV
11x14 inch 300 gsm watercolor paper amzn.to/3gYy2m3
8x10 inch 300gsm hot-pressed water color paper amzn.to/3sS3Gaw
Brushes and Bottles:
The EXACT brushes and bottles I use in the video
Japanese Hake` brush set on eBay ebay.us/qjz13j
100ml Blue glass dropper bottles amzn.to/3s1rn0Y
Remember! A regular paint brush from the hardware store is just fine! Whatever you use, just make sure that it's only used for your emulsion applications. Here are some other brushes and storage containers that work perfectly fine:
Foam craft brushes (also can likely be found EXTREAMLY cheap locally) amzn.to/3LLPdp8
100ml Amber glass dropper bottles amzn.to/3gYPiYm
Ink I use to spot the print in the video (matches perfectly):
Parker Pen Quink Blue Black amzn.to/3GXYkQ8
The inkjet transparencies I use are no longer available but here is a similar product on Amazon:
amzn.to/34VdUiv
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Aside from using my links above, here are some things that really help keep this whole wheel rolling. I always appreciate your support!
My Website: www aphotographist.com
'ON THE LEFT: Photographs from the Edge of California' book
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My wild pony book 'FACES OF GRAYSON': bit.ly/FacesOfGrayson
'THE PHOTOMAKER'S JOURNAL' personal notebook
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Find me on Instagram / adamwelch.photographist
Learn to see your photographs differently with my new book on composition bit.ly/ModernCompBook
CAMERA JOCKEY CLOTHIERS(custom designed stuff for photographers)
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My comprehensive video course and eBook guide to Lightroom: bit.ly/contrastlystore
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