How does exposure time affect a lumen print? I created four lumen prints using the same paper, and exposed for up to 2 months (!) and the contrast INCREASED! Which do you prefer? Full movie: 👉 youtu.be/P2DopBvb_xc Article: 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/lumen-printi... #altprocess #lumenprint
Malin Fabbri
@malinfabbri.bsky.social
Editor of AlternativePhotography.com - https://bsky.app/profile/alternativephoto.bsky.social - author and artist.
How does exposure time affect a lumen print? I created 4 lumen prints, and exposed them for 5 minutes to 2 months (!). The surprise came after 2 months, when contrast INCREASED! See it here: 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/lumen-printi... #altprocess #lumenprint #lumenphotography #alternativephoto
A cyanotype photogram playing with shapes - pens and paper clips. I thought I would name it "Clip Art", any better suggestions for the title? :-) Let me know if you have an idea! :-) #cyanotype #photogram
For those who never tried anthotypes and are curious about the process, I (Malin Fabbri) wrote an article - 10 pages (!!!) - in ICM magazine. Do check it out: 👉 www.icmphotomag.com/june-2026-si... #anthotypes #altprocess
So proud of this! Pure Inspiration Vol. 2 celebrates colour in alternative processes. From our yearly members’ event, 140+ artists explored colour in traditionally monochrome techniques, sharing images and methods. Inspiration meets learning. 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/pure-inspira...
Cyanotype day at NordPhotography workshops. Mixing chem, coating, printing and having fun. Wish you were here? Comment EARLY BIRD and you will be notified as soon as we've planned the next one. #cyanotypes
Taking time out from intense work and making cyanotypes on the beach... and embracing spontaneity. #cyanotypes at NordPhotography Workshops @nordphotography.bsky.social
The first full day of my Alchemy of Light workshop at @nordphotography.bsky.social is complete. A day full of colourful Anthotypes, and we were lucky with the weather. Can’t wait for tomorrow! #anthotypes
So, what is it like at @nordphotography.bsky.social ? It's a great workspace, cosy house, and lovely surroundings!. Great people too! Jill Enfield teaching wetplate this week... really professional, of course! #wetplatecollodion #alternativeprocesses
An anthotype in honour of Talbot. His 1844 image is called "Leaf of a Plant", and is a salted paper print from a paper negative. Mine is an anthotype made from blueberries called "Leaves of Several Plants in Honour of Talbot". @alternativephotography.com #anthotpes #anthotype
What is the best tool for digital negatives? Many artists struggle with making digital negatives. Luckily, several people offer systems to help. Which is best depends on your preferences, but I can point you to them. 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/digital-nega... #digitalnegatives
Preparing 35+ examples of wet Cyanotype combinations for Nors Photography workshopping June. See you there? www.nordphotography.com/alchemyofsun...
Having fun playing with Solargraphs! One more "how-to" article coming soon! #pinholes #pinholephotography #solargraphs #altprocess #alternativeprocesses @alternativephotography.com
Got a spring-feeling and caught the last of the snowdrops before they wiltered in a lumen print. May the sun shine! #lumenprint #altprocess @alternativephotography.com
Wet cyanotype is a simple, but quite unpredictable way to introduce colour into a traditionally blue cyanotype process. CLOSING TUESDAY! ➥ Maria McGinley ➥ Jane Linders ➥ @malinfabbri.bsky.social ➥ Marlene Weinstein 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/calendar-eve... #wetcyanotype #altprocess
"Colour Vision" for Colour event at @alternativephotography.com A #wetcyanotype, combining negative, leaves, ochre clay pigment, and ink. Take part: 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/calendar-eve... I will teach this in June @nordphotography.bsky.social: 👉 www.nordphotography.com/alchemyofsun...
Can you make a cyanotype from ice? I did! Learn more about cyanotypes here: www.alternativephotography.com/cyanotype/ #cyanotypes
Walking home to read my copy of The Hand magazine I saw the horses and got the idea to "copy" the image on the front, but the horse got too curious and took a bite of the magazine! True story! #horselaugh #thehandmagazine @thehandmagazine.bsky.social @alternativephotography.com
Curios to learn about cyanotypes? I wrote a 10-page article in issue 24 of ICM Photography Magazine. Check it out: www.icmphotomag.com If you have not seen the magazine before, try an issue, it's a really nice one. :-) @icmphotomag.bsky.social @alternativephotography.com
Curious to see what’s inside my new Anthotype book? 🌿 It takes you step by step through the process – and a lot more! Ready to learn? See: 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/anthotypes-c... #anthotype #anthotypes #altprocess
Curious to learn about cyanotypes? I wrote a 10-page article in issue 24 of ICM Photography Magazine. Check it out: www.icmphotomag.com @alternativephotography.com #cyanotypes
See what’s inside my new Anthotype book! 🌿 It takes you step by step through the process – and a lot more! Check it out: 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/anthotypes-c... #anthotype #anthotypes #altprocess Published by @alternativephotography.com
It is so cool to finally have the new #anthotype book in my hand, after many years of research! Check it out: www.alternativephotography.com/anthotypes-c...
I am very pleased to announce that the eBook I have been working on for over 5 years is now available. Waiting for the print proofs to arrive so I can release the printed version too! Check it out: 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/anthotypes-c... Go deep with #anthotypes!
Join me for a hands-on workshop exploring anthotypes and cyanotypes, from emulsions to experimental methods like wet cyanotypes, toning, and lumens. All levels, for artistic exploration and personal practice. 👉 www.nordphotography.com/alchmeyofsun... #anthotypes #cyanotypes #altprocess
My year ends with a reflection (and a cup of tea). Looking back, reflecting on what I am proud of, and making plans for the future. For 2026, I will be using our Herschel journal full of alt. process art: 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/journals/ Cover: @bloemen-and-blue.bsky.social
It's a snow blizzard, so I caught up on reading and want to share "Lo-Fi Photography" by John Beaver. The chemical explanations were great (though not for beginners) as well as the focus on low-tech approaches (though it is not a "how to" book). Go here (or wherever you get books): amzn.to/49zGBQp
Lo-Fi Photography: Art from Do-It-Yourself Chemistry and Physics
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This was literally YEARS of work and I’m VERY HAPPY to finally announce that Edition 2 of ANTHOTYPES is now available for preorder! This new edition brings together those years of learning into a complete guide. Check it out: www.alternativephotography.com/anthotypes-c... #anthotypes
In the press! The Brazilian Turboélice – Fotografia Alternativa features new research and our Art & Artists, edition 2. Read it: 👉 turboelicefotoexperimental.com.br/revista10/ Our featured book Art & Artists, edition 2: 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/art-and-arti... Proud to be featured!