More of (toned) Cyanotypes

Cyanotype is an old photographic printing process that produces each time slightly different results of the same negative. If they are toned as it is the case here with tannin acid solution the kinds of variations increase. Partly for me that‘s the charm of this method which was discovered in 1842.
Subhash: „Christine Tippelreiter #077”

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Cyanotypes: first results

Little by little I learn how to make cyanotypes. The advantage of this old method is that it’s rather simple and one doesn’t have to use toxic chemicals. Engelbert Reis called my attention to it and Andreas Reh helped, so first presentable results are on hand. Among others I find this picture quite successful:
Subhash:„Son of the Velvet Rat #212”

„Son of the Velvet Rat #212” (toned cyanotype, 24 x 32 cm)

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