From: Tony McLean (tony.mclean@ntlworld.com)
Date: 04/08/02-12:12:28 PM Z
on 8/4/02 1:04 pm, Philippe Monnoyer at monnoyer@imec.be wrote:
>
>
> Hi All,
>
> Maybe this is often asked but here is my question:
> How to avoid a cyanotype print to readily dissapear in a blue particles
> cloud in the first water bath.
> I just started cyanotype printing w/ Mike Ware recipe (but twice as
> concentrated)and the image does not remain on the paper when processed
> ...
> Any suggestions ?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Philippe Monnoyer
> Belgium
Hi Phillipe
The speed of M.W's cyanotype emulsion is incredibly fast so unless your
negatives are bullet proof, then I doubt that exposure is the culprit.
I would try another paper, again the New Cyanotype formula is very paper
specific and only the purest, non-alkaline buffered papers seem to work with
any consistency. Also, leave the coated paper for five minutes in the dark
prior to using any form of drying.... and I would recommend a cold fan. It
seems likely that you are not allowing sufficient time for the emlusion to
be absorbed by the paper's fibres.
Is there any particular reason why you have doubled the concentration of the
published formula? Stronger does not always equate to better!
Cheers ...... Tony McLean.
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