> >I know that this is probably a very nieve question, but I'm a newbie
> >to alternative processes (only done polaroid work).
> >
> >I'm considering getting into platinum printing and have heard that it
> >is expensive, but never any estimate (per say 8x10 or ml or whatever)
> >of what it might cost. Could someone suggest what it might cost per
> >whatever unit (I read in the archives that 1.2 to 2 ml is needed for a
> >8x10) so perhaps cost per ml would be better here. I intend to do my own
> >coating for asthetic reasons and am not opposed to mixing from
> >individual components although I would prefer that the platinum itself
> >already be in a liquid/ solution form.
> >
> >Who are the best (ie cheapest) suppliers of the chemistry?
> >
> >thank you in advance
> >Mike Thebo
> >just another poor photo student...
Several people have suggested B&S as "the" place to get your chemistry.
Although they do provide excellent product and in a timely manner, it
would do you to check out Engelhard Corp. at 800-336-8559, Rick Clayton.
Last time I ordered the price was $9.80 a gram for platinum and $5.50 a
gram for palladium. They do require a larger purchase $$$ wise than does
B&S (no $$ amount), but the price was less than 1/2.
>
> Hey Mike...
>
> Platinum is more expensive than palladium (and I can't afford to buy
> platinum either) However...call Bostick and Sullivan BEST place around for
> all the supplies needed. The chemicals needed for platinum/palladium are
> the same except in solution C that's where the cost moves to almost
> double...last time I checked 25ml cost about $35...Not the as easy as
> polaroid but much more rewarding...try palladium first get it down than
> move ti platinum...Just my opinion...
>
> good luck, best wishes in '97
>
> CJ
>
>
An excellent suggestion to start with palladium, per print its about 1/4
the cost.
EJ Neilsen
ejnasn@laplaza.org
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