“Pony Walking in a Snowy Field” by Christine Acebo, Ashford, Connecicut, USA
Parts used: Petals
Amount: Petals from flowers of 5 flower clusters
Extracted by: Mortar
Solvent: Alcohol (vodka)
Application: Brushing
Christine Acebo
Pure Inspiration, volume 2: Colour – Got yours yet?
Discover how 140+ artists bring colour to traditionally monochrome processes. This book explores pigments, chemistry, layering, and experimentation through real working examples. From anthotypes and cyanotypes to hand-coloured, gum bichromates, and hybrids, each print includes insights into methods and creative choices. A rich source of both inspiration and practical learning. Pure Inspiration #2: Colour “Both the Pure Inspiration books are must-haves at the very least in digital form, not … Read more
Pure Inspiration books
Pure Inspiration emerged unexpectedly from our Calendar & Journal event. The idea stemmed from a desire to preserve the beauty of entries beyond the year’s end. The theme, Composites, encouraged experimentation, resulting in stunning artworks that blended multiple techniques that seemed to spark creativity. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a newcomer, this book will inspire you to explore alternative photography and unleash your own creativity. Pure Inspiration #2: … Read more
Alternative Photography: Art and Artists, Edition 2
Alternative Photography, Art and Artists, Edition 1. The hardback version.
Mix of Beet root (Beta vulgaris), Celandine poppy (Stylophorum diphyllum), Pansy (Viola x wittrockiana) and Turmeric (Curcuma longa) anthotype by Christine Acebo
“Roosters in the Hayloft” by Christine Acebo, Ashford, Connecticut, USA
Parts used: Beet root, Celandine poppy petals, Pansy petals and Turmeric root
Amount: Petals from 10 pansy flowers and 10 poppy flowers; slices of beet and turmeric roots
Extracted by: Mortar for petals, soaking for turmeric and cooking for beet root
Solvent: Gin for turmeric, poppy and pansy, gin and water for beet root
Application: Brushing
Anthotype Emulsions, Volume 3
by Malin Fabbri Can you really use black beans to print a photograph? What about moss or mushrooms? Discover the anthotype process and follow artists who explore plants or pigments to create colourful eco-friendly prints. The third book in the series from World Anthotype Day Anthotype Emulsions, Volume 3 – The collective research from photographers on World Anthotype Day 2024. $18.00 Download eBook (PDF) directly. $28.00 Best paperback option. … Read more
Mix of Begonia (Begonia rhizomatous hybrid), Dahlia (Dahlia pinnata), Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus) and Saffron (Crocus sativus) anthotype by Christine Acebo
“Spring Blackbirds” by Christine Acebo, Connecticut, USA
Parts used: Stigmas and petals
Amount: Pinch of saffron threads, several flowers of each plant
Extracted by: Mortar
Thinner: Vodka
Application: Brushing
Anthotype Emulsions, Volume 2
by Malin Fabbri The second book in the series from World Anthotype Day “If you are looking for a resource of Anthotype emulsions, then this book is exactly what you need!” – Christopher Osborne, editor Silvergrain Classics Anthotype Emulsions, Volume 2 – The collective research from photographers on World Anthotype Day 2023. $18.00 Download eBook (PDF) directly. $22.00 Buy eBook (PDF for Kindle) from Amazon Kindle. Buy from Amazon.com … Read more
Mix of Turmeric (Curcuma longa) and Pansy (Viola x wittrockiana) anthotype by Christine Acebo
“The Dog’s Name Was Jake” anthotype by Christine Acebo
Country: Ashford, Connecticut, USA
Parts used: Root of turmeric; petals of pansy
Amount: 10 thin slices of turmeric root and petals from 12 pansy flowers
Extracted by: Soaking for turmeric; Mortar for pansy
Thinner: Vodka
Application: Brushing
Anthotype Emulsions, Volume 1
by Malin Fabbri The first book in the series from World Anthotype Day Anthotype Emulsions, Volume 1 – The collective research from photographers on World Anthotype Day 2022. “Dedicated artists from all over the world experiment and contribute their valuable discoveries page by page. The beauty is alluring, and the possibilities are endless.” Peter J. Blackburn. $18.00 Download eBook (PDF) directly. $22.00 Buy eBook (PDF for Kindle) from Amazon … Read more