Carbon print

A print in which the image is made of pigment, often carbon black, held in hardened gelatin. Alphonse Poitevin developed the principle in 1855, and Joseph Swan patented a practical carbon tissue in 1864.

Because pigment does not fade like silver, carbon prints are extremely permanent. The process is slow and complex, so today it is mostly used for fine art editions. See also alternative processes.

Martin Kaninsky

Martin is the creator of About Photography Blog. With over 15 years of experience as a practicing photographer, Martin’s approach focuses on photography as an art form, emphasizing the stories behind the images rather than concentrating on gear.

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