Frond IV
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11” x 14” Toned cyanotype prints on watercolor paper
Cyanotype is a 170 year old photographic printing process that produces prints in a distinctive dark blue. This process uses the power of the sun and iron salt solutions .
The botanist Anna Atkins used the cyanotype printing process in 1843 to create an album of algae specimens. She produced the images by placing objects directly on photosensitive paper; this process is called a photogram. She is regarded as the first female photographer.
This series of palm fronds is toned in non-toxic materials, such as black/green tea, and red wine. Additionally, the cyanotype process is safe for the environment, and develops with water! The connection between the natural chemicals, and natural objects, create images that are an ode to ecology and beauty.
