A chloro-bromide print is a type of silver gelatin print known for its deep rich blacks and crisp whites, often produced on high gloss paper. This printing method combines the properties of both silver bromide and silver chloride, resulting in a warmer brownish-black tone compared to prints made solely with silver bromides or silver chlorides. Chloro-bromide prints are appreciated for their excellent archival properties, ensuring the longevity and preservation of the image.
Acid-free materials, such as mount boards, are essential in preventing acid burns, which are yellowish-brown discolorations that can appear on artworks over time. Using acid-free mount boards helps preserve the integrity and appearance of the artwork by providing a stable, non-reactive environment that prevents the acidic degradation that causes these burn lines.
Dye-based inks are composed of dyes that dissolve completely in solution, unlike pigment-based inks, which contain tiny particles suspended in the liquid. This characteristic allows dye-based inks to be fully absorbed into the paper, creating an image that is essentially a highly controlled stain. The resulting images are smooth and even, offering a vast range…
Digital colour coupler prints, also known as chromogenic prints, are similar to standard C-type prints. In this process, silver salts in the photographic paper ‘couple’ with colored dyes during development, rather than being replaced by them. The resulting images are comparable to standard C-type prints but have the advantage of utilizing the highly light-sensitive silver…
CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black, which are the colors used in standard four-color printing processes. This color model is commonly used in various printing methods, including inkjet and Iris printers. In CMYK printing, these four colors are combined in various ways to produce a wide spectrum of colors in the printed material.
A Lambda print is produced using one of the highest quality digital printers available. This printer utilizes three lasers (red, green, and blue) to print digitized images onto traditional photographic paper, typically C-type paper. The process ensures consistent reproduction of large run editions, maintaining the same quality as traditional print techniques. The precision of the…
Fuji Colour Crystal Archive is a C-type color resin-based photographic paper produced by Fuji. Known for its exceptional color reproduction, this paper is widely used in both professional and artistic photography. One of its standout features is its superior archival properties, boasting a longevity of over 70 years when stored in controlled conditions. This makes…