Infrared Film
1910–presentSeeing beyond visible light — foliage glows white, skies go black, skin becomes translucent. An alien world recorded on film.
Emulsion sensitive to near-infrared radiation (700-900nm). Used with deep red or IR filters. Chlorophyll reflects IR strongly.
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Originally for military aerial reconnaissance. Artists discovered it turns landscapes into dreamscapes — white trees, black skies.
Kodak High-Speed Infrared and Ilford SFX are classic stocks. Wood Effect: chlorophyll-rich foliage reflects IR and appears white/bright.
IR black sky
Halation glow
IR skin glow
IR water dark
IR grain
Pigments: Silver
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