Nan Wollman

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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

The idea was born during the experiments later published in the volume PURE INSPIRATION #1 of Alternative Photography.

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

Art and Artist is published for our 25th anniversary on the 8th of April 2025

Alternative Photography: Art and Artists, Edition 2

Alternative Photography, Art and Artists, Edition 1. The hardback version.

Silverleaf nightshade (Solanum elaeagnifolium) anthotype by Nan Wollman – Poisonous, avoid!

“Pretty Poison” by Nan Wollman, Tucson, Arizona, USA
Parts used: Yellow berries, semi-dry
Amount: 5 grams
Extracted by: Mashed with a spoon
Solvent: Alcohol 70% just enough to have a bit to spread
Application: Brushing

Sir John Herschel tribute journal

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

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

Cochineal (Dactylopius coccus) anthotype by Nan Wollman

“For Malin” by Nan Wollman, Tucson, Arizona, USA
Parts used: bug with web
Amount: About 1 gram
Extracted by: Mashed with a brush
Thinner: Circular image thinned with filtered water, rectangular image with alcohol 70%
Application: Brushing

Anna Atkins tribute journal 2024 - Week starting Monday

Anna Atkins Journal – beautiful cyanotype journal

The Anna Atkins 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. Anna Atkins tribute journal Anna Atkins tribute journal featuring 60 beautiful cyanotypes in honour of Anna Atkins. The … Read more

North American photographer – West and West coast
From: California, USA
Shows: Cyanotypes
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