I just purchased a bunch of Fujifilm FP-100, which is the equivalent of Polaroid 669. I pulled out my trusty DayLab and went to work. I'm still in the experimental phase, as FP100 performs much differently from Polaroid 669. My first view attempts were dismal. I tried both dry (left) and wet (right) transfers onto Arches 140 Hot Press Paper. Standard for transfers, but the FP100 did not like it at all. There was hardly any color transferred and much of the image is missing. That paper just does not work with the FP100.
Then I read about someone using glossy photo paper. So I gave that a try. The results were much better.The image and the color came out great. My next attempt was to do a lift. I was nervous about this, because I didn't have much luck with lifts using 669 in the past. The emulsion would always tear and I could never get it on the surface without totally ruining the image. FP100 worked amazingly! That lift is practically indestructible, I couldn't believe how durable it was and how easy it was to rearrange on the paper. (I placed it on the same Arches 140 Hot Press Paper I used before.) It has the texture of Saran Wrap. It doesn't seem to be adhering to the paper, I could easily peel it off still. I tried a little Super 77 to help it stick, but I'm not sure how well that is working. I think I may have to use some sort of coating or sealer to really ensure its longevity.
I am VERY excited to continue working with the FP100. What's great is that I got the two above images from one sheet.
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