Anyone ever use liquid emulsions?

[L David Tomei]

I was curious whether anyone ever used liquid photographic emulsions on various surfaces to create images. I used to use Kodak NTB-3 quite extensively to mark radioactive cell nuclei under a microscope, and even count the silver grains to estimate the amount of radioactive tritium in the DNA. However, I've always wondered about using this to create images.

 

[ThomasM]

I use liquid emulsion on aquarelle paper to print negatives (I've tried on pebbles as well, but with limited success). If this counts as image creation, here's an example

 

[L David Tomei]

That's what I'm searching for. If you have any tips I'd very much appreciate it. Development, fixing, emulsion dilution, etc. Thanks. David

 

[ThomasM]

I just follow these instructions and keep fixing and washing to a minimum -my first prints are three years old and they're still fine. I coat each sheet with two passes, using a brush. If you want a more uniform image -without the strokes you see in my photo- use a roller instead.
Before starting to coat, make sure you have enough space to put the paper to dry. And remember that it takes about three days to dry completely -I prefer to coat the day before i leave for holidays. I hope this helps. Good luck!

 

[shadowfox]

Thomas, that is a wonderful example.