cyanotypebased
Cyanotypebased is an umbrella term used to describe practices, artworks, or printing workflows that rely on the cyanotype chemical process. In a cyanotypebased approach, light-sensitive iron salts and ultraviolet exposure produce blue-toned images on paper, fabric, or other receptive substrates. The term emphasizes the chemistry rather than a single technique.
Chemistry and history: The cyanotype process was developed by John Herschel in 1842 and became widely known
Techniques and materials: Typical cyanotypebased workflows involve coating the substrate with a light-sensitive solution, either by
Applications and contemporary practice: The method is valued for being inexpensive, simple, and relatively non-toxic, making
Limitations and considerations: Variations in light, coating thickness, and substrate influence color and contrast. Long-term stability