“Free Roaming Friends” by Mariam Matta, Los Angeles, California, USA
Parts used: Powders
Amount: First, equal amounts of both powders, then I added slightly more turmeric. Minimum triple liquid to powder ratio by volume for solvent
Extracted by: Soaking and swirling in a metal cocktail shaker, then draining slowly through coffee filters.
Solvent: 91% isopropyl alcohol, and a tiny bit of water for getting the stubborn bits drained
Application: Airbrushed until the paper was evenly a deep yellow
Impatient Anthotypes: High-Contrast, Quick-Exposure Emulsions
The anthotype process transforms everyday plants and food into beautiful, light-sensitive prints, but it is often slow and unpredictable. In this experiment, Mariam Matta set out to explore high-contrast, quick-exposure anthotype emulsions that could offer faster results without sacrificing detail. By testing a variety of plant pigments, alcohol thinners, and toners, she aimed to identify combinations that are both reliable and visually striking and shares the results in this article. … Read more