L David Tomei
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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
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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
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L David Tomei
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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
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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!
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
Darkroom printing lives
Thomas, that is a wonderful example.