Temporary alternative to split-back frame?

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I don't have a split back frame yet but am itching to try out some van dyke printing. Any suggestions as to what I can quickly rig up until I get a proper frame?

Thanks, as always!
 

Akki14

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i don't have a big enough split-back frame for 8x10 paper so I use a paterson 8x10 contact proofer and used timed test strips to figure out exposure instead of exposure by inspection (for cyanotypes anyway...)
 

Dave Miller

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If you can tape you negative to the printing paper by one edge, then you can simply place them under a heavy piece of glass. You will be able to lift the negative to examine exposure progress without losing registration.
 

Ole

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Clip frame, from IKEA or similar.

You can even split the backing in two.
 
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