Fotospeed DY15 Fotodyes Kit

Description

Fotospeed DY15 Fotodyes Kit

Fotospeed DY15 Fotodyes are made to be used on any photographic emulsion, colour or black and white. As true dyes, they are completely absorbed by the emulsion and don’t leave any marks on the surface of the print.

The DY15 FotoDyes come in 11 different colours with one reducer. All the dyes can be fully intermixed and/or diluted. So you can produce any colour or shade you need.

Dilution

As the dyes are extremely concentrated, you should be careful when you first dilute them for use. It is very rare to use the dye undiluted except for colour 35mm title slides.

When using the dye for the first time, Fotospeed suggests you test the strength of colour on scrap prints. As a first test use 3
drops of dye to 1 teaspoon of water. You can then see the effect of stronger colour by adding more drops of dye.

To Use

To get the best results prepare the surface by wiping it over with a 2% solution of wetting agent. Remove any surface moisture before applying the dyes. While this step is not essential it will assist in an even take up of the dye. Particularly in large areas.

Although these dyes are water soluble, it is difficult to remove them with water since they are absorbed by the emulsion. You can remove the dye completely by using the Reducing Agent in the DY15 FotoDyes Kit undiluted with a cotton bud. After removing the dye, remove the surplus reducer with damp cotton wool before drying the print.

Colour Prints

If you want to add more colour to a weak area, use a dilute solution of the required colour. Use a cotton wool swab for large areas. But have some slightly damp cotton wool ready to remove the surplus dye. This will prevent uneven run down. These dyes are ideal for retouching colour prints as no surface mark will be left by the dye.

Black And White Prints

You can use the same technique to hand-colour B&W prints. If you have toned your B&W prints, then you can use the Fotodyes to add selective subtle colour to small areas of the print. For retouching untoned black and white prints the Fotospeed DY10 Black and White Retouching Kit is more suitable.

Spotting

Both prints and transparencies can be spotted in by stippling with an almost dry brush. Be careful not to use too strong a dye.

To use this kit you will also need a retouching brush.