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Dry Copy Transfers also know as Xerox Transfers

The whole idea of doing photocopy transfers is to create a special and unique image that is generally not repeatable. Therefore, the technique is all about experimenting and allowing for spontaneity in the process to occur and being able to take advantage of the results. The possibilities are unlimited.

Supplies and Materials you will need.

Of course the first thing is an image. It’s very important to select a good image for your transfer. You want a print that has a full tonal range and doesn’t look cluttered. It should not be too dark or full of dark tones. Understand that what you are doing when you make the transfer is you actually are melting the toner that was heated on to the paper. Toners vary from copier to copier and often laser printer use different type toner. However most are made from ether a polymer resin or plastic and some are epoxy resins. All however must be heated to adhere to the photocopy paper.
When you make the transfer you need to melt the toner so it releases from the bond it has with the copy paper.
Because you are meting the image it will have a tendency to run or bleed. You can take advantage of the dreamy results.

NOTE: The image will transfer back words. So if you are doing any type or words you will need to reverse it before hand. This can be done in the computer.

Materials:
        Tape
        Rag or Sponge brush
        Protective Gloves
        A Barren or Bone or wooden spoon
        Scissors
        Acetone or Xylene
You can also use a blender pen found at most art stores.
You will need a clean open area to work.

 

The Collage

You can collage several images together and Xerox them for a single sheet of images ready to be transferred. Or you can do several transfers and build a collage as you go. You can also include hand marks in the first type of collage. You can all so always add hand marks and color after you have made all the transfers.

Photoshop collaging can be used where you blend in the areas that you want very subtly. The dark and light area that are in the image can be played with and altered in Photoshop to create a much nicer image to transfer and work with on the fine print paper.