Im confused about the different ways of coloring black and white prints. What is the difference between toning, tinting, etc.?
Toning is a chemical reaction between the silver image and a dye-former, creating a color in proportion to the density of the silver image. Rockland Polytoner falls into this category; so do conventional sepia toners; so, too, does Halo-Chrome. Tinting, on the other hand, uses dyes that soak into the emulsion uniformly and are brightest where the silver is least, usually the background highlights. Rockland Tintint colors fall into this category. Theoretically, it’s possible to make a print that is both toned and tinted. Back to top There are streaks on the print after using Polytoner. The color couplers in Polytoner are water-insoluble until mixed with alcohol, so it’s important that you mix the chemicals in the order given– developer, coupler, activator and water– as described on page one of the instructions. Back to top I’ve never done photographic printing. What is the procedure? Since photographic emulsions are highly sensitive to light, they require a darkroom for safe handling.
