How about the temporary support? "Keepers of Light" mentions plastic foil in
the 3-color carbon section. What is plastic foil? I remember someone from the
list mentioned mylar a while ago. Has it been used successfully? What type of
mylar should I use?
Another question that I have is about the light source (yes, I have read the
FAQ). I was thinking about using the light box for viewing transparencies.
Someone mentioned that it would not work, but I thought I needed to build a
light box anyway, so why would it work? Is it because the wattage for those
light boxes is too low? I am hoping that I don't have to build one yet
because I am just going to try some gum printing to see if I like the
process. Maybe I won't do more after the first few prints (unless it is
addictive :) ). Can I use the regular ceiling light tubes and just expose
the negative under it without enclosing the whole thing in a box?
Thanks in advance for any help.