“A Memory of Venice” by Karin Matter-Locher, Murten, Switzerland
Parts used: Petals from both plants
Amount: A handful for two prints
Extracted by: Cut into small pieces with scissors, then alcohol (38% ethanol, 62% distilled water)
Application: Sponge
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 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
Our Sir John Herschel tribute calendar features 12 beautiful alternative photographic prints in honour of Sir John Herschel. From our Calendar & Journal event 12 images were selected to feature in our calendar to brighten your wall. Sir John Herschel tribute calendar – works for any year Ships ANYWHERE – buy from Lulu: Order calendar from Lulu – works for ANY year “Very impressive!” – Wendy Currie We print … Read more
Alternative Photography, Art and Artists, Edition 1. The hardback version.
“Where Time Stands Still” by Karin Matter-Locher, Murten, Switzerland
Parts used: Petals from million bells and leaves from Tuscan kale
Amount: Two leaves of Tuscan kale and a handful of blossoms
Extracted by: Plant material and alcohol blended with an immersion blender, laboratory heater at max 40° Celsius
Thinner: Alcohol (38% ethanol, 62% distilled water)
Application: Sponge
The Sir John Herschel tribute journal is a daily planner and contains both pre-defined pages and blank pages for you to plan your year. The templates are there to help you focus on your art projects as well as get a balance with work, home and everything else that happens in life. The journal is a tribute to Herschel, who gave us many of our beloved alt. processes such as … Read more
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
“End of Summer” by Karin Matter-Locher, Murten, Switzerland
Parts used: Rice grains from Italian black venere rice
Amount: Half a tablespoon
Extracted by: Laboratory heater 35° Celsius
Thinner: Alcohol, 38% ethanol, 62% distilled water
Application: Sponge