Let's Make a Cyanotype Photograph!

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North Light Photographic Workshops - Bill Schwab

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In this video I show you how to mix the chemistry, coat your paper and expose a Cyanotype, one of the oldest photographic processes invented in 1842 by the astronomer, Sir John Herschel.
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For a limited time, on a first come first serve basis, Hahnemühle is offering 2) 8x10” sheet Free sample kits of their Platinum Rag paper for Alt Processes. They are also including 2) 6x8” sample sheets of their SUMIE paper specifically for Cyanotypes. This offer is only for US residents. Simply send your email request to USAArtists@hahnemuehle.com, be sure to mention BILL SCHWAB CYANOTYPE and provide your ship to address.
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Very Special Thanks to Hahnemühle USA for their fantastic papers and support. I use all Hahnemühle papers in these videos because they are quite simply the best for what we do.
Hahnemühle Platinum Rag Paper - bit.ly/2P6dcqf
**ALWAYS practice safe handling of all chemicals! Gloves, safety glasses and apron strongly recommended.**
Chemistry:
Potassium Ferrocyanide
Ferric Ammonium Citrate
Formula is in two parts:
Part 1 - Potassium Ferrocyanide 25g in 100ml distilled water
Part 2 - Ferric Ammonium Citrate 25 g in 100ml distilled water
Mix equal parts to coat your paper for exposure. Expose and then develop and wash in plain water. Hang to dry.
Materials/Links:
Cyanotype kits and chemistry:
www.dickblick.com/products/ja...
Hahnemüle Platinum Rag Paper (suggested):
bit.ly/3rO7Uh6
-Brown Bottles
-Brush (soft bristle)
-Beakers for mixing
-Stirring rod
-Scale
-Paper
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@clairemorgan5744 3 жыл бұрын

The best cyanotype video I've seen! :) thankyou!

@fstopPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. I really appreciate the detailed explanations in your videos.

@tonythegreat8481 3 жыл бұрын

This is a great photography channel. I hope this channel gets bigger. I liked the platinum and palladium videos.

@tangyorange6509 3 жыл бұрын

Yes!

@BillSchwab 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Much more to come. Please tell a friend!

@peter2712 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another excellent video. I've been in a chemistry lab now for 44 years, my suggestion. When weighing out chemicals tare a folded piece of paper on the balance, place the chemical on the paper, no mess.

@ellenstreger6440 3 жыл бұрын

So much of your information is new to me.....enjoyed...best, ellen streger

@stevewaterfall3565 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks again Bill for a great instructional video. Very timely in my case :)

@BillSchwab 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent, Steve! Coming soon is cyano over Palladium. I wanted to get to the Cyanotypes first.

@nnelgsiggah 3 жыл бұрын

My favorite KZfaq channel...thanks Bill!

@BillSchwab 3 жыл бұрын

Wow!! Thank YOU, Glenn!

@nnelgsiggah 3 жыл бұрын

@@BillSchwab you’re welcome, just getting started with some of these processes and your channel has been a huge help and an inspiration. I have worked with cyanotypes before but most of my experience is making silver gelatin prints in a traditional darkroom. Based in Johannesburg South Africa 🇿🇦

@MrWisotzkey 3 жыл бұрын

Pop a shot of hydrogen peroxide in a bath after developing. Instant oxidation and blueing of the print. Your videos have been fantastic in breaking down all of the alt process that you've showcased!

@BillSchwab 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, sir! Good input as well. I was going to throw that in there, but I thought it might be a good little addition to a future video. Thanks for watching him for your kind comments!

@MakersTeleMark 2 жыл бұрын

Or develop it in vinegar for more shadow detail.

@jungleperry Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing this. In your new light box, would this be done in a few minutes?

@BillSchwab Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! Yes, this will be a much faster printing time in the new box. I’ll do some experiments when I get around to it. Thank you again!

@gerrymatthews619 7 ай бұрын

Hi Bill, I am really enjoying your channel, very informative. I am exploring the world of the Cyanotype and the info you provide has been invaluable. I have a query regarding paper! I have purchased the Hahnemühle paper but because it is rather expensive I am reluctant to use it on test prints. Does the paper itself have a direct effect on base point exposure and final result? Can I use something like Canson watercolor paper for testing and Hahnemühle for finals? Thanks again for the info! -Gerry

@jjualvare 2 жыл бұрын

How long can you store your paper after you coat it, one day, week, or?

@melody3741 11 ай бұрын

You really should explain that potassium ferricyanide and potassium ferrocyanide are completely different.

@BillSchwab 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion, but I don’t think it’s necessary.

@rajiv617 3 жыл бұрын

👍💚

@Puresniper1000 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the videos Bill. Will you be doing carbon printing in the future?

@BillSchwab 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Gary. Carbon is not one I’ve done on my own, but I’ve had Sandy King up here to teach a workshop in it in the past. I’m thinking in the future on collaborating with some people when things start to get back to some sense of normal. That way I can bring you things that I don’t do Or that others do much better. I hope you’ll stay tuned. I hope to take my studio visits into the real world sometime in the not too distant future.

@Puresniper1000 3 жыл бұрын

@@BillSchwab Thanks Bill I do have Sandy's Book on Carbon, Thanks anyhow, keep the videos coming 👍

@BillSchwab 3 жыл бұрын

Sandy is definitely the guy. Thank you, Gary! @@Puresniper1000

@lichtmaler 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, really tempted to try it. What negative size did you use? 4x5 or 5x7?

@BillSchwab 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Klaus! Thank you! Definitely give it a try! I used a digital negative on this one, but really have any size negative would do. Be careful with your originals though. Make sure your emulsion is good and dry so you don’t damage your negative.

@lichtmaler 3 жыл бұрын

That is a good hint. Thank you.