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I was introduced to
Polaroid image and emulsion transfers in the Fall
of 1999. The process captivated me. By varying exposure time, imbibe time,
and colors, the same original image can result in very different transfers.
Fortunately, a lot of information is available on-line. For general information,
and an overwiev of available equipment, you may begin with
Polaroid web site . For detailed information, look at the
on-line book on Polaroid transfers by Holly F. Dupre . Two books
that I recommend are
Polaroid Transfers: A Complete Visual Guide to Creating Image and Emulsion
Transfers by Kathleen Thormod Carr, published by Amphoto Books in
1997,
and
Photographer's
Guide to Polaroid Transfer by Christopher Grey, published
by Amherst Media, Inc.
To begin the transfer process, you will need a 35mm slide, a slide
printer, special Polacolor film, watercolor paper (100% rag), a tray,
a roller, a squeegee, scissors, and hot water. I use a Daylab II slide
printer and Polacolor 669 film, purchased from
Calumet.
You can read more about the Daylab slide printers and Polacolor 669
film on the Polaroid web site.
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