Back to Basics: A Guide to Ecological Photo Chemistry

by Andrés Pardo

Back to Basics: A Guide to Ecological Photo Chemistry marks a pivotal moment in Andrés Pardo’s photography's journey towards sustainability. Crafted with meticulous attention to environmental impact, it's not just a guide – it's a testament to our commitment to the planet.

As the reader delves into its pages, they embark on a fascinating historical timeline ofresearch. Starting with Caffenol and moving on to plant-based developers, the book simplifies the solutions, focusing on the bare essentials. It brings the reader full circle, where they'll discover how eco challenges and solutions must be reimagined as time passes.

The body of this book is lithography printed using Novavit BA9704 BIO inks, based on raw renewable materials. This innovative ink series not only delivers exceptional quality but also reduces our reliance on finite resources. Additionally, our choice of Fujifilm Processless CTP plates eliminates the need for harmful chemicals traditionally used in printing, further minimizing our ecological footprint.

Published by The Sustainable Darkroom and Curiosolab