The chemistry of history: reviving vintage papers through cameraless photography
In short: Explore how artist Alison Rossiter spent over twenty years curating an archive of rare photographic materials to create art that bypasses the camera entirely.
In a conversation with Met curator Stephen C. Pinson, Rossiter discusses her practice of activating the chemical coatings on vintage papers from the early decades of photography. Rather than using these materials for traditional prints, she employs them in cameraless processes to create new works.
The project is rooted in a deep study of photographic history and material science. By sourcing notable stock and manipulating its chemistry during development, Rossiter bridges the gap between historical preservation and contemporary artistic production.
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