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Anthotype Prints: How to Do It – A Complete Guide
Imagine printing a photograph using nothing but flower petals, berries, or spinach leaves – and sunlight. This isn’t fantasy; it’s the...

Alternative Processes
Mar 1713 min read


Avocado Peels Anthotypes
Anthotypes are images created by coating paper with plant-based dyes and then using sunlight to bleach the pigment where it’s exposed....

Alternative Processes
Mar 117 min read


Creating alternative process prints for a global retailer
Creating alternative process prints for a global retailer

Alternative Processes
Feb 254 min read


Troubleshooting Common Cyanotype Issues: Why Your Prints May Appear Too Light, Dark, or Uneven
Creating a successful cyanotype print involves more than just exposure; issues like chemical ratios, paper quality, and handling all play...

Alternative Processes
Jan 144 min read


5 craziest handmade cameras
Here are 5 of the most innovative and craziest DIY cameras that push the boundaries of photography and craftsmanship. ALL functional! 1....

Alternative Processes
Dec 19, 20242 min read


Building AltProc Studio + Darkroom (on my own with limited budget)
After years of makeshift workspaces, I’m thrilled to finally share that I’ve carved out my own dedicated space for alternative...

Alternative Processes
Nov 3, 20243 min read


Deep Dive into Film Soup (with recipes)
with HANALOGITAL At some point, we’ve all wondered, “What if I take this photosensitive thing and pour X on it?” This curiosity forms the...

Alternative Processes
Sep 22, 20245 min read


How to Safely Wash Cyanotype on Fabric
Cyanotype printing on fabric has become a popular method for creating unique clothing and accessories like tote bags. Whether you’re...

Alternative Processes
Sep 17, 20242 min read


Sustainable Cyanotype Practices: Bleaching with Ash and Toning with Botanicals
Did you know that you can bleach cyanotype prints using wood ash? I stumbled upon this fascinating method thanks to the sustainable...

Alternative Processes
Sep 14, 20242 min read


Carrot Anthotype
It’s not uncommon to seek inspiration in the most unexpected places. For me, the fridge often serves as a starting point for exploring...

Alternative Processes
Sep 7, 20242 min read


4 Habits that will Improve Your Printing Workflow
Let's be honest, the darkroom is a black hole that is somehow capable to suck away your concentration and motivation. This is also valid...

Alternative Processes
Aug 28, 20242 min read


Toning Cyanotypes with Matcha
You either hate it or you love it. But Matcha isn't just for drinking! Why Matcha Can Tone Cyanotype Matcha’s rich chlorophyll content...

Alternative Processes
Aug 10, 20242 min read


Trying Solar Fast for the first time
if you've been on the verge of getting a Solar Fast kit , here's my experience. Following our cyanotype fashion week in collaboration...

Alternative Processes
Aug 8, 20243 min read


Manipulating Negatives: some ideas
if you (like me and 1 million other photographers) have old negatives you don't like, here's how you can breathe new life into them!...

Alternative Processes
Jul 17, 20242 min read


Anthocyanins: Exploring pH Indicators in Anthotype printing
Creating anthotype prints is a fascinating process that combines photography with botany. Let's take a look at the role of anthocyanins...

Alternative Processes
Jul 15, 20243 min read


The ultimate paper chart for alternative processes
26 Years and $6000 later: The Legacy of Christina Z. Anderson. THE MASSIVE PAPER CHART STORY: an interview to Christina Z. Anderson...

Alternative Processes
Jul 14, 20245 min read


Spirulina & Matcha Anthotypes
Remember when we explored toning cyanotype with Matcha? Now, let’s dive into something new: creating anthotypes with Matcha and...

Alternative Processes
Jul 2, 20242 min read


Cyanotype Printing and Toning for Beginners
Cyanotype printing, an enchanting and accessible photographic technique, has captivated artists and photographers since its invention in...

Alternative Processes
Jun 19, 20242 min read


Liquid Emulsion on Kombucha Leather
and more incredible work by Sabrina Komár In the world of photography, few artists navigate the intricate landscape of interdisciplinary...

Alternative Processes
May 30, 20248 min read


Disposing of Darkroom Chemicals
Today, we're turning the spotlight on a crucial but often under-discussed aspect of our practice: responsibly disposing of darkroom...

Alternative Processes
Apr 6, 20243 min read
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