Fresh batch of gelatin

Yesterday, 4/15/16, I mixed up 1-1/2 liters of gelatin in preparation for pouring a dozen sheets of future oil print paper. For my own future reference, here’s the recipe:

120g gelatin (for an 8% mix)

50mL isopropyl alcohol

7.5mL of a 1% chrome alum mix

1.5mL glycerin

Distilled water to make 1.5 liters

Here are some shots of the day:

Three leveled pouring stations made of plywood, plate glass, and galvanized sheet metal.

pouring_station

Freshly poured clear gelatin with 0.035″ magnetic vinyl strips to act as a dam. I use 80mL per sheet and smooth the liquid with a heated stainless steel rod. Each paper is 11″ x 14″

fresh_pourSheets are hung to dry for two days.

drying