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Alternative photographic processes since 1999 Learn, get inspired and connect. Anthotypes, chlorophyll prints, cyanotypes, gum bichromates, platinum palladium and much more.
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Update on our 2025 events! 
 - Our Calendar event is OPEN NOW until 30th of April
 - World Cyanotype Day opens 27th Sept - 3rd Oct
 - World Anthotype Day has a NEW DATE. Send in anthotypes 1st Aug - 25th Oct. 
 Joining in? www.alternativephotography.com/our-events/

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Bernd Hutschenreuther experiments with a rapid two-bath cyanotype process, developing UV-exposed paper in a red blood lye salt solution for instant blue tones. A rinse enhances the image, echoing Herschel’s formula. 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/two-bath-cya...

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"Heart of Orion" by Amy Heller @amyhellerartist.bsky.social for our Herschel Tribute Calendar event. Collaged cyanotype on fabric sculpture. A nod to Sir John Herschel and his discovery of the cyanotype process and one of the first astronomers. 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/calendar-eve...

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Extended deadline! Open until 30th April: Calendar & Journal event “A Tribute to Sir John Herschel” – honouring the scientist behind anthotype, chrysotype, cyanotype, and more. More: 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/calendar-eve...

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@malinfabbri.bsky.social got questions about using oak. A Canadian thing? The answer to using "hard stuff": 📖 Anthotype Emulsions Vol. 2: pits, peels, skins & stones, plus annatto seeds. 📖 Vol. 3: eucalyptus bark, spruce cones, and walnut hulls. 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/anthotype-en...

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Always nice to meet people! @malinfabbri.bsky.social connected with a select group of @photoeditorial.bsky.social followers— artists passionate about alternative processes or eager to learn about, @alternativephoto.bsky.social. Thanks, Rita, for organising, and thanks to everyone who joined!

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Free Download! Thanks to Rita @photoeditorial.bsky.social , my "early night" turned into a deep dive into Photography in Canada, 1839–1989! From daguerreotypes to wet plates! Art Canada Institute: 👉 www.aci-iac.ca/art-books/ph... More freebies: 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/book/free-do...

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Gallery update! Merete Lien, a Norwegian photographer, creates evocative works combining beauty with themes of loss, using alternative processes like Van Dyke and cyanotype. Her art has been exhibited internationally. See gallery: www.alternativephotography.com/merete-lien/

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Open! The next Calendar & Journal (and book) event: A tribute to Sir John Herschel - OPEN 1st FEBRUARY - 31st MARCH - Use ANY alternative process - The motif should be a tribute to Sir John Herschel - Open to members 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/calendar-eve...

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I've put together a collection of links on Sir John Herschel for our event, "A Tribute to Sir John Herschel." If you know of any additional sources, please share them. www.alternativephotography.com/sir-john-her... Please also comment what your favourite "Herschel discovery" is...

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A little something from my old photograph collection. benrains.substack.com/p/the-picnic #photohistory #vintagephotography

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There is the "Guinness Book of Records" and there is the "Alternative Photographic Processes World of Records" right here. Huge prints, long exposures… If you have a record of your own please share! Check them out: 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/alternative-...

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Gallery update! See gallery: Bridget Conn, a photographic artist and educator, explores photography’s potential as a physical and chemical medium through experimental, cameraless techniques. www.alternativephotography.com/bridget-conn/

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Theme for our next Calendar & Journal event: A tribute to Sir John Herschel. OPENS 1 FEBRUARY - Use ANY alternative process - The motif should be a tribute to Sir John Herschel - Include motivation, bio, and socials - Open to members 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/calendar-eve...

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2024 in review! Wow... so much going on, thank you all!
We dreamed up EVENTS... shared over 40 HOW-TO articles... showcased 500+ artists' work and kept building the community! We ask you to support our initiative with membership or a one-off donation: www.alternativephotography.com/become-a-mem...

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My year always ends & starts with a reflection (and a nice cup of tea). First looking back at the year and reflect on what I am proud of, then making plans that align with my goals and dreams. 2025 I will be using our Composites journal full of alternative process art: www.lulu.com/shop/malin-f...

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Kathryn Reichert provides a step-by-step guide to extracting natural indigo pigment through fermentation, a process that can be used to create vibrant anthotypes later. Kathryn shares the science behind pigment transformation. www.alternativephotography.com/crafting-pig...

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Thank you ARTISTS who shared amazing work, CONTRIBUTORS for insightful articles, our COMMUNITY and MODERATORS for this year. And a very Special thank you to our SUPPORTING MEMBERS who make everything possible. Wishing you a wonderful 2025! Join us here: www.alternativephotography.com/become-a-mem...

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Gallery update! J. Jason Lazarus @obscuraworksAK, an Alaska-based photographer and educator, crafts narrative-rich works using alternative processes, exploring historical legacies, environmental fragility, and the stark beauty of Alaska’s tundra. 👉 www.alternativephotography.com/j-jason-laza...

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After a very busy and inspiring autumn full of events we are taking a break. We will be back on the 26th of December. Enjoy the holidays. If you really don’t want time off there are plenty of articles for learning here - free as always: www.alternativephotography.com/processes/

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Gallery update! Julie McMahon, a UK-based photographic artist, transforms Cyanotype’s unpredictability into bespoke art, from botanical lampshades to silk prints, blending nature’s beauty with experimental alchemy and collaborative storytelling: www.alternativephotography.com/julie-mcmahon/

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Gallery update! Living in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Kate Durham is a cyanotype artist who combines her prints with watercolor, collage, poetry, and illustration. See gallery: www.alternativephotography.com/kate-durham/

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Looking for stocking fillers? Plenty of gift ideas here to share with friends and family. Or... why not for yourself? :) www.alternativephotography.com/book/

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Sending cards (you know the ones made of paper) this year? Check out our holiday and Christmas cards where artists contributed with beautiful cyanotypes, lumen prints and image transfer: www.alternativephotography.com/gifts/cards/ USA and Canada: alternativephotocom.etsy.com?section_id=4...

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Barbara Almeida shows us that anthotype is a safe, cost-effective photographic technique ideal for schools. Using organic materials like spirulina, it fosters creativity, nature connection, teamwork, and multidisciplinary learning in children. www.alternativephotography.com/teaching-chi...

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