Hey guys,
I just mixed my wet plate chemicals today, and I'm somewhat impatient to go try and take some photos.
I was given a silver tank by a fellow wet plate photographer, which was about half full with the silver bath. I started the process of replenishing it by filtering out all the gunk, and then when I added more distilled water so there would be enough volume, It turned a cloudy green color. I've read that this is normal, and is a result of forcing the iodides and bromides out of the solution. What I'm not clear on is whether I can use it in this state (after adding more silver of course). Bostick & Sullivan's instructions don't mention anything about having to let it clear, but one website I found said he lets it clear before adding more silver. Is that something I have to do?
Thanks,
Ethan
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