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Sun-Activated Dyes

Lumi Inkodye Uses Sunlight to Make Color Appear

— January 5, 2012 — Art & Design
L.A. design company Lumi is pioneering an innovative photographic print process through the application of its Lumi Inkodye, a product that changes color when exposed to sunlight.

With Lumi Inkodye, you can print different images and patterns onto a variety of textiles and natural materials including cotton, silk and wood. When the dye is exposed to sunlight, it changes color -- permanently -- in about 5 to 8 minutes. Available in red, blue and orange, the dye can be mixed together to create different shades, and you can also add water to make them lighter.

According to the design brand's site, Lumi Inkodye can be used to create photograms and shadow prints and used for everything from painting and dyeing to silk-screening. The website says, "We're taking photography out of the darkroom by using sunlight to make durable prints on sustainable materials."
Trend Themes
1. Sun-activated Textiles - There is an opportunity for textile industries to incorporate sun-activated dyes into their products, providing an innovative way to create unique designs.
2. Natural Material Printing - With the rise of sustainability practices, there is potential for industries to use sun-activated dyes for printing on materials such as wood and cotton to create eco-friendly products.
3. Alternative Photographic Printing - Sun-activated dyes provide an alternative printing technique for photographers, reducing the chemical use and potentially lowering production costs.
Industry Implications
1. Textile Industry - The textile industry has an opportunity to incorporate sun-activated dyes into their products, providing an innovative way to create unique designs in a sustainable manner.
2. Eco-friendly Product Industry - Industries producing eco-friendly products can use sun-activated dyes for printing on materials such as wood and cotton, providing an opportunity to create more sustainable products.
3. Photography Industry - Sun-activated dyes present a new printing technique for photographers, reducing the chemical use and potentially lowering production costs.
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