Chapter 9Toning for Visual Effects
Toning plays a vital role in translating each photographer's visual intent into a concrete reality. Alterations in the color and contrast relationships of a print can dramatically change the aesthetic and emotional responses to the work.
Processing Controls
When working with black-and-white materials, the following four factors play key roles in determining the final color of the photograph:
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1. Paper type and grade.
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2. Developer type, dilution, and temperature and length of development.
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3. Processing and washing.
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4. Chemical toner type, dilution, and temperature and length of toning.
The developer—paper combination plays a key role in determining the look of the print, regardless of which type ...
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