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Silver Print
Silver has been the primary medium utilized to form the image in photographic printing throughout the history of photography. Light sensitive silver salts combined with gelatin are used to coat the paper employed in this photographic process. Silver print photographs have dramatic tonal effects and can range from matte to glossy surfaces. Curtis experimented with various techniques of silver printing, including sepia-toned silver photographs that can resemble platinum prints. He also created a series of art deco blue-toned silver prints.
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