Marcus Solis
"Marcus covers the material science of alkaline buffering and its role in preventing the acid hydrolysis of rag papers. He is passionate about mitigating the chromogenic degradation of organic pigments to ensure the longevity of visual narratives."
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A look at how scientists and historians use light, chemistry, and old-fashioned mechanical engineering to save fragile documents and artifacts from disappearing.
Go inside the world of photogravure, where copper plates and massive steel presses create images with a depth and texture that digital tools can't touch.
Preservation experts are using advanced material science to create silver-based photos that can survive for centuries by fighting off acid and decay.
Ever wonder why some photos fade and others don't? Explore the fascinating chemistry of silver, gelatin, and 'forever' paper that keeps history alive.
Explore the physical world of photogravure, where photos are etched into copper plates and pressed into paper with massive force.
Discover the hidden chemistry of silver and gelatin that makes old-school photos last for centuries while digital files fade away.
Discover the science behind archival photo preservation. This guide looks at how lignin-free paper, alkaline buffers, and silver halide chemistry work together to prevent photos from fading and crumbling over time.
A look at how physical materials like metal, wood, and glass keep our history alive through chemistry and pressure. This week's digest covers the science of saving old photos and the art of physical engraving.
Explore why photographers are ditching digital screens for copper plates and heavy presses to create images that last for centuries.
Forget inkjets. We're looking at why old-school silver chemistry is making a big comeback for people who want photos to last centuries.
Learn the simple science behind archival paper and how special 'acid-free' materials keep your family photos from turning yellow and brittle.
Discover why the ancient art of copper-plate printing and silver chemistry is making a massive comeback for people who want photos that last for centuries.
A new generation of artists is ditching digital files for copper plates and acid baths to ensure their work lasts for centuries. This look at photogravure and silver chemistry explains why physical media is making a major comeback in the world of high-end photography.
Discover the fascinating world of silver halide chemistry and why physical, light-sensitive photos are still the gold standard for preserving our history.
Acid is the hidden enemy of your family albums. Discover the science of cotton paper and silver chemistry that keeps photos alive for centuries.
Discover the fascinating world of silver chemistry and gelatin emulsions. Learn why analog photos can last centuries and how a 'latent image' stores history without electricity.
Learn how museum experts use chemistry to prevent photos from turning yellow and why cotton paper is the secret to a forever image.
Discover why artists are ditching digital for the heavy-duty world of copper plate printing and the science of physical photo making.
Explore the physical art of photogravure, where photos are etched into metal and pressed onto paper with massive force.
Discover the physical science of silver halide photography and why cotton-based papers and silver chemistry create images that last for centuries.
