Solar Photography Kit

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Solar Photography Kit

Use the power of sunlight to produce rich blue prints of common objects on paper or fabric.

$14.95

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The Blueprint For Creativity

Based on the cyanotype process pioneered by Anna Atkins (the first female photographer) in 1842, Sunography is a fun and rewarding introduction to printmaking, using a minimum of equipment and materials. Place any object or transparency on the Sunography paper, expose to sunlight, and rinse with water to produce your own richly blue prints. Use old photo negatives, x-rays, bits of lace, leaves, and everyday objects to compose an endless variety of images. The heavyweight cotton paper or fabric may be exposed on both sides, and is suitable for hand coloring, painting, or stitching to make your prints even more unique. Made in the USA.

Made in the USA
Ages
12+
Made from
plastic, 90 lb heavy weight cotton paper
Measurements
See below
Ingredients
Notes
Paper Kit includes: 6 5" x 7" sheets of photosensitive paper (each printable on both sides), instructions, light proof plastic storage bag.

Fabric Kit includes: 6 6" x 6" sheets of photosensitive cotton fabric (one each of green, orange, rose, turquoise, violet, and white)(each printable on both sides), instructions, light proof plastic storage bag.
Item ID
26042

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within 8 days, arriving no later than the 9th business day after the order was placed.
Standard shipping:
within 4 days, arriving 5 business days after the order was placed.
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within 2 days, arriving 3 business days after the order was placed.
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within 1 day, arriving 2 business days after the order was placed.
Express shipping:
will ship the same day and arrive 1 business day later.

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UncommonGoodsSolar Photography Kit
 
4.6

(based on 39 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (26)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (10)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

92%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Unique (5)

Cons

No Cons

Best Uses

No Best Uses
    • Was this a gift?:
    • Yes (45), No (6)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

This is the real thing

The thick quality paper - it's similar to nice heavy watercolor paper - makes this an age appropriate kit for my high school photo class. I've done searching and tried others, but they have...Read complete review

The thick quality paper - it's similar to nice heavy watercolor paper - makes this an age appropriate kit for my high school photo class. I've done searching and tried others, but they have al been too flimsy for serious photography student. I'm really happy with this product.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Solar Image Pages

I liked the uniqueness of the product, but disappointed in the small size of the sheets and the limited quantity.

I liked the uniqueness of the product, but disappointed in the small size of the sheets and the limited quantity.

Reviewed by 39 customers

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4/17/2018
 
5.0

Want one for me!

By 

from Oklahoma

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Unique

Cons

    Best Uses

      Comments about UncommonGoods Solar Photography Kit:

      I got this for a gift and I really like the idea. She was thrilled and is excited to try it out. Definitely a great gift idea for the creative!

      • Was this a gift?:
      • Yes

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      4/15/2018
       
      4.0

      Totally different type of photography!

      By 

      from Delaware, Ohio

      Verified Buyer

      Comments about UncommonGoods Solar Photography Kit:

      By placing strategic items on top of the paper you created 'pictures' when you set the paper on the sun with the items on top. Cool shade of blue.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • Yes

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      10/31/2017

      (1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      It appears to be a perfect gift for an artistic person.

      By 

      from Henrico, va

      Verified Buyer

      Comments about UncommonGoods Solar Photography Kit:

      Our granddaughter has a great imagination so this gift seemed like it would be perfect for her creative side.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • Yes

      (1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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      8/29/2017

      (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Great gift for crafty people

      By 

      from Texas

      Verified Buyer

      Comments about UncommonGoods Solar Photography Kit:

      My sister likes unique gifts and she loves to make things. I saw this on the website and thought it would be perfect for her. When she opened it, she was both surprised and excited. She'd never seen a kit like this and is really looking forward to using it! I think it's great that the packaging is eco-friendly but it doesn't lend itself very well to wrapping.

      Service and delivery comments:

      Delivery was very fast and the package was in perfect condition.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • Yes

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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      8/1/2017

      (1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Unique and easy to use

      By 

      from Owensboro, KY

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      Pros

      • Cheap
      • Unique

      Cons

      • Small

      Best Uses

        Comments about UncommonGoods Solar Photography Kit:

        This is a very unique item that I haven't found anywhere else, and especially not at this price. It's cute and great for people interested in photography as a way to expand their skill set with new mediums.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • Yes

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        6/16/2017

        (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Fun project for kids and adults

        By 

        from Gilbert, AZ

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Art project

            Comments about UncommonGoods Solar Photography Kit:

            This solar photography kit is a very fun thing to do with kids. My granddaughter and I collected items from around the yard (leaves, rocks, twigs, flowers, etc) and placed them on the light blue paper in the sun. After 15 minutes we brought the paper inside and rinsed it under cold water till the paper turns a pretty darker and brighter blue and where the objects were turn white. It is a beautiful contrast. We then blot the paper and let it dry. These would make fun gifts for kids to give to parents, grandparents, etc.

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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            6/6/2017

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Great Gift

            By 

            from Georgia

            Verified Buyer

            Comments about UncommonGoods Solar Photography Kit:

            Purchased as a gift

            • Was this a gift?:
            • Yes

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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            5/31/2017

            (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Artsy Aunt loves her gift!!

            By 

            from Dallas, TX

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Great gift for anyone
            • Reasonable price

            Cons

              Best Uses

                Comments about UncommonGoods Solar Photography Kit:

                My art-loving aunt is a photographer and she also loves to knit. I bought her the fabric option so that she can combine both passions. She absolutely loves it and her creations are so cool!!!

                • Was this a gift?:
                • Yes

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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                5/16/2017
                 
                4.0

                Great Gift

                By 

                from Greenville, SC

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                Comments about UncommonGoods Solar Photography Kit:

                All uncommon gifts are fantastic. I did not know how beautiful the gift wrapping was. This gift is perfect for someone who likes photography but also likes things that are unique and interesting.

                • Was this a gift?:
                • Yes

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                2/16/2017
                 
                5.0

                They Did It Right

                By 

                from Lockwood, CA

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                Comments about UncommonGoods Solar Photography Kit:

                Haven't given the purchased items yet, but they all look just as expected.

                • Was this a gift?:
                • Yes

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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