Red cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata f. rubra) anthotype by Helen Kapitain

“Paul’s” by Helen Kapitain
Country: London, UK
Parts used: Stem and leaves
Amount: 200 grams
Extracted by: Blender
Thinner: Alcohol (vodka)
Application: Dipping

Layers: 2
Substrate: Paper, 90 gsm
Created with: Positive on OHP paper
Exposure: 8 hours, August, summer 2023
Contrast: ✿ (Low)
Challenges or observations: Red Cabbage anthotypes with dyes that are not only blended, but cooked, take more time than the ones that are only blended.
Additional information: Red Cabbage can also be used in combination with turmeric. Mixed before painting, it becomes green. Using both colours separately on one print produces an interesting, fabulous combination.
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