Selenium process

The selenium process involves the use of selenium, a metal, to tone photographic prints. This technique is applied to various types of photographic prints, including photograms and silver gelatin prints. Here are the key aspects:

  • Selenium Gelatin Photogram: Refer to photogram and selenium toning.
  • Selenium Toned Gelatin Print: Refer to silver gelatin print and selenium toning.
  • Selenium Toned Photogram: Refer to photogram and selenium toning.
  • Selenium Toning: This toning process uses selenium to replace silver salts in the print. It provides aesthetic benefits, such as a slightly warmer tone, and significantly enhances the archival properties of the print, ensuring longevity and durability.

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