Mature Over -

: Ball up the paper and flatten it back out to create realistic wrinkles.

Allow excess liquid to drip off, then air dry or bake in an oven at roughly 200°F for 5–10 minutes for a "crispy" texture. mature over

Submerge the paper in a tray of the liquid for 3–10 minutes depending on the desired darkness. : Ball up the paper and flatten it

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 Developing paper to look "mature" or aged is

: Rip the edges unevenly rather than using scissors to mimic natural wear.

: Carefully singe the edges with a lighter or candle to create a charred, "rescued from fire" look.

: 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.