Introduction to Cyanotype: Create a Botanical Print
Playing with tannins
A course by Carasco / Emilie Lacour , Cyanotype Artist and Photographer
About the video: Playing with tannins
Overview
“In this lesson I will teach you the revealing step of transforming Prussian blue into a sepia tone. This is the tannin toning technique. ”
In this video lesson Carasco / Emilie Lacour addresses the topic: Playing with tannins, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Cyanotype: Create a Botanical Print . Explore the enchanting world of cyanotype photography! Join this course to master the ancient technique of capturing nature's beauty..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson we will work on the last part of the cyanotype, that is, revelation. We're going to change the Prussian blue color with what is called a toning in photography. The only way to achieve a turn naturally is through the action of tannins. The tannins will change the blue of the cyanotype to a sepia tint by causing a reaction chemical on iron salts. This toning method can be done with any item containing tannin, like tea, coffee, walnut husk or tannic acid for example. To make the tannin turns, It is first necessary to develop your cyanotype in Prussian blue, as we saw in previous...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Cyanotype: Create a Botanical Print
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Arts & Crafts, DIY, Engraving, Film Photography, Fine Arts, Photography, Printing
Carasco / Emilie Lacour
A course by Carasco / Emilie Lacour
Emilie Lacour, known artistically as Carasco, is a cyanotype artist with a deep connection to nature. Originally trained in textile design, she has spent years perfecting her craft, blending art and photography in unique ways. Her work focuses on creating botanical prints using sunlight and natural elements. She has published a book, *La Magie du Cyanotype*, and regularly shares her passion through workshops and collaborations with other artists.
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