Gallic acid, a compound found in plants like oak galls, played a key role in early photographic development, reacting with silver to develop images and bring the chemistry of light to life.

What's the oldest photo you own? 📸🎞️

#Photography #History #GallicAcid

Progress today.
#DeHaan
#inprogress
#oakgall
#parasiticwasp
#tannic
#gallicacid
#black
#naturaldyes
#ironsalt
#alchemy
#scibes
#recipe

Playing around with molecular models.

Dyes and fibers may not be as modular as computers or model kits but they’re made with the molecule they represent: #gallicacid

One week till national chemistry week:

When you draw with chemicals… is it called #chemdraw?!

#gallicacid #ironmordant #marigolds