First I must point out that a Polaroid lift is NOT a Polaroid transfer,
they are two different photographic processes that can be achieved with a
Polaroid print.
A Polaroid Lift involves the lifting off of the top emulsion layer of the
a Polaroid image. The top emulsion layer once lifted is then very soft and manageable
which means that it is easily manipulated onto different surfaces. (Paper,
glass, rocks, eggs, the list is almost endless what the thin film of emulsion
can stick too.)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN: you must not use a fresh Polaroid image. The
photo must have at least 24hours to dry properly otherwise the transfer will
not be successful.
Instructions
1. Heat water to about 180 degrees. Place the picture into the hot water
with the image facing up. Allow the picture to remain in the water until the
image begins to lift up from the corners of the paper and small bubbles begin
to form. This usually takes between 2 and 4 minutes.
2. Remove the picture carefully from the hot water using a pair of
tongs. Immediately place the picture into a tray of lukewarm water. Using your
forefinger, gently push at the top emulsion layer, starting at the edges and
working through to the centre until the entire image is lifted off of the paper
backing. Remove the backing and throw away. During this process, do your best
to remove the jelly-like layer of chemicals from the back of the emulsion
layer.
3. Take the surface on which you've chosen to place the emulsion lift
and immerse it into the water below the image. Allow the image to rest on its
new surface while gently manipulating the emulsion layer to smooth out
wrinkles.
4. Lift the image and its new surface out of the warm water, being
careful not to move or tear the fragile emulsion layer. Allow the emulsion
transfer to dry overnight.
Hello Kate.
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