>what to call the prints...
I'm leaning more toward "Carbon Ink Photographs" because "carbon"
harkens to the early carbon process which is synonymous with longevity
(and I like the implied link to an "ancient" process), and "ink" is
simply what it is. In addition, working in ink implies something of
an artistic nature, such as pen/brush drawing, lithographs,
photogravure, etc.
So Carbon Ink is not only an accurate description of what it actually
is (like "silver gelatin"), but in its current context also implies a
modern fusion of ancient and new technologies, something new and
special. "Carbon Pigment" to me seems a bit too technical and
emotionally cold. Carbon Ink seems more warm and personal, and
perhaps even carries a hint of mystery and romance. Imagine a
layperson admiring a print in an art show and reading the label
Half Dome At Winter Dawn
by Ima Shooter
Carbon Ink Photograph
Which will trigger the imagination more and make him/her want to
possess it, Carbon Ink or Carbon Pigment?
(waxing philosophical this evening <g>)
Regards, - cjMessage
Re: OT: What to call the prints...
2003-05-02 by Clayton Jones
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