Alternative processes are photographic printing methods that differ from standard modern gelatin silver and color processes. Most of them were invented in the 19th century, and a few in the early 20th century.
Photographers still use them for their unique look and handmade character. Examples include the daguerreotype, salt print, cyanotype, gum bichromate, platinum and palladium prints, and bromoil.
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