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: Some photographers use "Old Brown" (used and oxidized lith developer) to "seed" a fresh batch, which helps stabilize the development process and produces more predictable "mature" tones.

Submerge the paper in a tray of the liquid for 3–10 minutes depending on the desired darkness. mature over

: This is the most common way to give paper a brownish, antique tinge. Brew a strong batch of black tea or coffee. : Some photographers use "Old Brown" (used and

: Ball up the paper and flatten it back out to create realistic wrinkles. Brew a strong batch of black tea or coffee

Developing paper to look "mature" or aged is a creative process often called "distressing" or "aging" paper. You can achieve this effect using common household items to mimic the natural yellowing, staining, and wear that occurs over decades. Methods to Age Paper

: To make the paper feel older, you can manually alter its texture: