How to Make your Own Cyanotype Prints

[@MathieuStern]

Thanks for all your kind messages during my week with Covid-19 , i am now feeling way better, and strong enough to finish this video and make new ones ! take care and stay home to fight this virus !

[@garystarnes5178]

I'm glad you are feeling better! :)

[@michaelcharlie5507]

Nice having you back

[@tasteinparis7138]

Youpiii

[@deanmiller8558]

So pleased to hear you are well

[@Indrakusuma_a]

Glad to hear that. Good to see you back.

[@xavtek]

You should use 2 droppers or clean it really well between products A and B or you will contaminate each product and reduce their shelf life !

[@haidvelazco6418]

Taking note

[@ryasto16]

Can you explain this better, I don’t understand. Clean what really well?

[@elizabethcooke5112]

The dropper at the very beginning when he mixes the chemicals.

[@jmoyetlife]

This is so awesome. Making cyanotype prints can be a pain at first while you're getting your groove and start getting the results you want. Specially when you get that one photo that you just nailed it when printing it in cyanotype is very rewarding.

[@BrianaIncognita]

Thanks for showing the difference with and without peroxide. I have been wondering why it matters to have it because some people use water only. The peroxide definitely makes it look more clear.

[@Goldfinch593]

You can also use lemon juice. But the hydrogen peroxide creates a much darker blue print.

[@Raychristofer]

Great job Mathieu, doing cyanotypes is not hard but perfecting them is difficult. I did a tutorial on my channel a few months ago how to create cyanotypes in medium format cameras, you may be surprised at the results.

[@mhaustria]

looks like you got a taste of analog photography when we met :) I would love to see you shooting 4x5 and doing prints of it - for a starter medium format would also be great. Love the second portrait a lot!!!

[@TheLittleFangirl]

My God, how beautiful!

[@maggiesharar]

Thank you! This explain exactly how I can turn my art into Cyanotype prints!

[@HelmetVanga]

It looks like the photo (picture) had to be converted back to film positive/negative. This is the part I am confused about. For Art I would asume you will have to take a picture of the art say 8.5" x 11" then print the film negative which is actually used to make the blue print. How would you do or convert a digital camera output into a film negative.

[@TheStockwell]

I'll be trying out Mike Ware's "new cyanotype" formula soon. It's stated advantages are shorter exposure times, deeper blues which don't was off, and a long shelf life. One drawback: you need to create the formula yourself using a mortar and pestle as well as using a thermometer. One huge advantage: the finished formula is one bottle - no more 1:1 measuring is required. 😀

[@MathieuStern]

I want to buy this formula but i dont find a website that sells it... where did you find yours ?

[@TheStockwell]

@@MathieuStern The website Photographers Formulary carries it. The webpage allows you to read and download the mixing instructions. Mike Ware's website www.mikeware.co.uk has enough reading material to keep you busy through a dozen pandemics. Ware is British; the cyanotype process is an English invention. So, they're the perfect people to update it! 😀

[@benoloughlin1557]

I'm glad you are feeling better!

[@chopin65]

I knew it! Strong as horse! Your art and love made you strong! So happy to get this good news, buddy! It's funny, because I was thinking about you and your wife last night at dinner. You crushed it! Totally awesome! This is a great way to start a day. Good news and a coffee, the perfect breakfast. 😉

[@inbalsella1523]

Beautifully shot and so easy to follow along. Thank you so much, Mathieu!

[@MathieuStern]

thanks a lot !

[@haivanon]

So glad you are getting well. Thank you

[@alexisrichaud7342]

J’avais l’intention de me lancer dans le cyanotype pendant le confinement et voilà que je reçois la notification de cette vidéo, ça tombe à pic !👌 Merci beaucoup !

[@lmckay8881]

I am glad you are feeling better! Thanks for another informative and fun video.

[@tasteinparis7138]

I love the way the image appears

[@jpokeefe]

Glad to see you are feeling better. Thanks for sharing.

[@laras678]

Great video! I’m so glad to see you looking so much better!

[@KolbyKay]

This series turned out so good. Found your stuff through Reddit, honored to subscribe to your KZbin. Amazing content my friend. Glad I diacovered your work.

[@otnol]

Good to see you're feeling better!

[@screaminmimi330]

Glad you recovered! I've been thinking about trying this, and your instructions were very clear and helpful! Great video - thanks! 👏🏼

[@sanndy6432]

Felt great to see you back😍

[@prairiearch]

Great video! Informative. Nicely composed. No extra jibberish! Thank you!

[@MathieuStern]

Glad you liked it!

[@batex3]

Hey Matthieu great video! I bought this kit some time ago and thought I would finally try it out today. I was going to do some photogram style sun prints but after seeing your beautiful work I’m going to make some negatives and use those. Very inspiring, thanks!

[@MathieuStern]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@christinejancay5434]

Literally, the coolest thing ever! 😍

[@MadisonMcewen777]

You got a subscriber for life this channel is incredible 😊❤

[@MathieuStern]

Welcome aboard!

[@joecal2360]

Merveilleux, comme de la magie ! And great great great to see you on the mend! Good health to you and yours.

[@PhilKnall]

Welcome back! Great video.

[@gemista]

I hope you are doing better! I love your work. I knew you would power right through it. Keep it up!

[@mariauruguay67]

Mathieu thanks for your knowledge sharing. You're very generous!

[@twicen777]

Thank you for such a brilliant share of your knowledge and skills. 🙏

[@brvnos]

Thank you so much for this video! Will try it, definitely!

[@missgreenbottles]

Beautiful video I love this process!

[@eve380]

great video! what is the clear liquid used for the final developing process?

[@MathieuStern]

Water

[@kmtvmarketing]

Very cool! Definitely something I want to try!

[@tancro]

Now i have to buy all, to do this! Awesome :D

[@dalehammond1704]

I finally got around to attempting to copy an old glass negative using your method and supplies. I did it for 7 minutes and had a great image until I washed it. The entire image was lost. I'll try a much more gentle rinse tomorrow and maybe a longer exposure. I used watercolor acid free paper.

[@MathieuStern]

Hello Dale, it's normal, glass plates are thicker than transparent paper, 7 minutes is too short for glass plates. do one test at 15 min and one test at 25min i think it will give you a good result

[@dalehammond1704]

@@MathieuStern I tried 27 minutes and got a strong border around the negative but still no image. I'm using the same light you used in this video and acid free watercolor paper. This is a very dark and early glass negative of a 4th of July parade. I'll try a transfer image next to reassure myself lol. Thanks for taking the time to read your comments.

[@dalehammond1704]

@@MathieuStern I finally got a pretty decent image at 90 minutes. Next I'll try 3 hours. This is a really dark glass negative but the picture produced is quite stunning. This is a great process indeed.

[@TheWSCCHEMISTRY]

@@dalehammond1704 uv light doesn't go through glass well. Plastic acrylic will maybe work better/faster.

[@LensesAndBones]

Did 3 hours work for you?@@dalehammond1704

[@mrmawster9786]

This is satisfying

[@ciarasilva7460]

this is so sick! THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@DennisNestor]

I'm glad you're on the mend. The hydrogen peroxide at the end really seem to make a difference. Do you think time would have got the same result? I'm really surprised at the resolution. I have a kit I really need to get it out.

[@MathieuStern]

time will make the same result as Peroxide but you will have to wait 24h or more to see the final color

[@paulolima_]

Amazing!! Thanks for share!

[@Chiinaaa_fj]

This is amazing!!😍

[@conrod87]

Glad you are way better 👍

[@JonathanLindsey-xq1ck]

Do you have to fix the image like you do with photopaper or is the end result light-safe? Thank you for making this video! this is so cool.

[@FrancescoCoppola]

Brilliant work! Thanks!

[@kamaksi24]

@mathieu stern ... where did you get the UV light? You don’t have a link in your gear for it.

[@OooOojulieoOooO]

Did you found a answer by chance ?? :) thanks

[@lindenp3897]

Dang I just asked the same question...you didn't by any chance find an answer?

[@BroChillaxMan]

would you need a photo printer to print those negatives or would a regular printer be fine? if not where else would you get negatives?

[@BielGava]

amazing video, thanks!

[@pngular2483]

Awesome! Have to try it

[@latentimagelabhk]

Love this ❤

[@TPToE]

What UV light are you using? Is the wavelength and wattage a factor?

[@JG-jy7pe]

Awesome!

[@alun7006]

Lovely stuff - I need to try this! Hope you are recovering well.

[@sanskrutishukla2066]

Great stuff !!!

[@MathieuStern]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@DaveFer]

Hey, this was a great tutorial. I love that you show us all the ingredients (including commercial labels so we just go order what we need). I'm hoping to do this with our kids this summer. Quick question: I assume the water bath stops the process ... but how long with these prints last before they become "washed out" by age and light exposure? Is there any way to permanently fix them? (As with conventional photos? Yeah, I know conventional photos don't last forever, but ... I'm pretty sure this cyanotype process is much less permanent, no?)

[@MathieuStern]

a good exposed cyanotype ( dark blue) will last years if it is not exposed to direct sunlight 24/24

[@marcusmello69]

Thanks for this video!!!

[@btrdangerdan2010]

Hope you are recovering well Matthieu!

[@ΑιμιλιαΑντωνιου]

hey really helpful tutorial! I had one question. Im having problem finding a place to print the negatives. Can i do this in conventional printer with standard ink or i need something more specialized? Thank you in advance

[@eliraurich210]

Hi!! Does the paper need to be dry before adding the negative on top and starting the printing? Also, do we get the same results without adding those drops of hydrogen peroxide? Thank you so much!! This is awesome

[@rodrigo-fl8wz]

I've only made prints from traditional negatives, really interested in using digital. Which printer did you use?

[@jimmyeng663]

You can use either laser or inkjet, just buy the correct transparency paper for your printer.

[@marilynespitiaart]

what are your settings for printing this on a regular inkjet printer?

[@PaisOnAir]

Wow! I want to try. I have a laser printer but on Amazon I found transparent film for it, can the result change? In your comment I read that without Peroxide it takes 24 hours, how long with? Is it better to use 100% cotton as watercolor paper? How many watts is the lamp? Thanks!

[@chopytroncosooficial1933]

No se puede hacer una foto, pero 100% blanco y negro?

[@SinaFarhat]

Lovely!

[@MathieuStern]

thanks Sina

[@clafphotography]

Awsome, thanks for sharing !

[@Courtblanche]

Great video - Can i do this with the strips of negatives that came with my old 35mm photos? I know they'd be really small but would it work?

[@MathieuStern]

of course it will work

[@angelaPasqualTosco]

❤ Grazie mille Thanks you very much!!

[@asmrcuriositycabinet3143]

Magical !

[@nilac11]

This is great, what paper did you use and what did you use to print the negative on?

[@lesikpog8975]

Great tutorial! Thank you! I notice that leaving the photo too long on the sun leads to under exposure, not overexposure (the photograph looked dark). Since the light spots are done by zones of plastic that are dark, you would get overexposed photograph by not leaving it enough time… at least if we use exposure in its typical meaning!

[@andrewthompson5609]

Its a negative so everything is reversed. Over exposure is too dark under exposure is too bright. Just like working in the darkroom with a silver gelatin print.

[@BewwyOranda]

how long is the overexposure? wanna share the time frames?

[@peoplez129]

Now do this with the same solutions in CMYK layers.

[@neyhaartistry]

Mathieu , I have tried to use a transparent negative print for my cyanotype and bought almost identical Iv lamp to yours (20 watt ) and built a light box out of cardboard- at distance of 10 inch . Iv tried different exposures timings (18min to 40min ) it won’t print right ... It feels as though perhaps my negative isn’t contrasted enough (?) . It’s very very faint . No details visible Could you tell me how long you expose your print for ? What lamp you use - is it watercolor paper you print on ? Do you adjust the negative print ? Any advise would be appreciated

[@Zimtosch]

Thank you! I'll advice this video to some other art-affine friends

[@Ultrasupersebseb]

Hello Mathieu, j’espère que tu vas mieux. Je me disais que ce serrait une bonne suite pour ta vidéo que de montrer comment changer la couleur de ces cyanotype. Le KZbinur Nilered avait montré deux options mais je suis sûr qu’il y en a d’autres que tu peux utiliser et qui pourrait donner un bon résultat. En tout cas super vidéo et hâte de voir les prochaines !

[@melody3741]

I just tried to make a print with the very thin plastic using a nail cure lamp and it literally had nothing there was nothing there.

[@melody3741]

I'm having really bad luck with making these. I got some pre-made papers and they came a sort of blue gray color. So when I tried printing them I started out in the sun using only a very thin layer of plastic some sort of transparency and I got a very faint negative, it looked sort of yellowish when I took it out of the sun and then I developed it and it turned a light blue. But then I tried doing some more under acrylic and bare ones and as I'm making these prints that are taking you know half an hour 2 hours they're still very faint. Has anyone experienced this, even in the direct sunlight I can't get a dark blue.

[@AaronHendu]

Many transparent materials have some form of UV blocking...usually to protect text, art...us even. Same with acrylics...I know when in regards to reef aquarium, using an acrylic lid between the water and lights cuts uv light in the tank by like 25 to 50%, even stuff without UV blocking. Be sure whatever transparent material your negative is printed on has no uv protective qualities. And maybe get the 2 part solution as the papers probably dont work as well and would def have a short shelf life.

[@16addam]

Great video.

[@josemariacanasmaeso3438]

Fantastic video tutorial!! Congrats!! 🎈 🎉 it’s possible apply some chemical product for to have another color or black and gray tones ? (Not blue) thank you so much and best regards!!

[@TPToE]

Looking at the close-up at 4:58, is the texture there a result of the watercolour paper, the way the solution has been applied or a combination of the two? Are other papers viable beside watercolour paper?

[@danielb.7165]

Great video! Thank you! What is the lamp model/technical info? Is it 365nm ?

[@madeleinebonn9056]

How do you prevent streaks when coating? I'm using a foam brush, but it's so streaky! Thank you for the wonderful videos!

[@cherylsusanv5596]

Hello, i dont have a glass frame to hold down my print, could i just use masking tape instead?

[@ivyharris3145]

This video is awesome. Can you do a video on how to make red, similar to the one you have in the preview?

[@MathieuStern]

I just added some red pigment on the finished cyanotype when it was still wet and i got this result :)

[@RapRocker98]

@@MathieuStern how would you add the pigment? Through paint/solution or something else?

[@OooOojulieoOooO]

Hello ! Can you tell us how you add the pigment please ? In the water directly or after washing your cyanotype ? ( possible to add pigment directly on the cyanotype when It’s wet ? ) thanks and “merci” for the videos ! :)

[@nevermind4328]

Hi, I'm not so interested in the cyanotype printing as much as I'm in you transparency printed negatives, since I want to print some of my digital pictures on paper using my enlarger. Did you get good detail making the negatives on transparency film? I have to ask because in the video it only shows it so far. Thanks in advance.

[@1Mariachi]

Hi Mathieu, amazing, I am so excited about this technique. Thank you! I am curious about the red one. How does works? Just painted by red after process or?

[@MathieuStern]

I added some red pigments after the process

[@missmitsi1]

Hope you are feeling better now hun x

[@MathieuStern]

Yes I feel better and I hope I am not going to get covid again ... I hope you are safe too

[@thanospeppas9697]

Great work !!!!how many watts for the uvlight???keep going!!!

[@toriharris735]

Love the video ! Don't suppose anyone knows where I could get a stand like that for my uv light! Can't find anything similar online?

[@weenerb]

Thank you for your very informative video Mathieu. Also glad to hear that you have beaten Covid! I'm about to buy the UV light. Do you suggest 10w, 20w, 30w, or higher?

[@MathieuStern]

30 W should be enough :) thanks a lot for the nice message !

[@CRAZINIKI]

is it possible for the print to come out different colours? I would love a yellow finish

[@loua8457]

Would a standard home printer be okay to use on the clear sheets?

[@chloem5487]

I'm wondering if you/anyone reading has exposed the paper and kept it in a dark/cool/dry place for an extended period of time *before* the water bath?!

[@meowyfan9123]

How do your images turn out so crisp? Could it be the paper I’m using? Mine look fuzzy and almost painted-like.

[@Snowflake3006]

thank you so much, that's great !

[@MathieuStern]

You're welcome!

[@victormoreno803]

you are the best !!!

[@yannplantier5468]

Hi ! What is this UV spotlight you're using ? Do you have a model recommendation ?

[@1Mariachi]

Hi Mathieu, can you give me an advice which printer is the best for printing on transparency paper? Thank you. Marcel

[@MathieuStern]

Any Inkjet printer will work, even the cheapest ones

[@sophhatesu5564]

Where did you buy the UV lamp???😍

[@basil_jackson]

Any idea how many A4 sheets one can 'print' with 100ml bottle of each? More or less...

[@INFINITIVco]

Can you link that lamp or the brand and how many watts it is? Thank you