The Kiss - Muscle Tank

THE KISS

Cyanotype Printed Muscle Tank

Naturally Toned with Tannic Acid & Madder Root

An impression of intimacy, preserved through light and time.

The Kiss explores the fragility of memory through archival imagery, cyanotype chemistry, and botanical dyeing. Featuring a faded embrace suspended within a landscape of clouds and atmospheric textures, the garment captures a fleeting moment and transforms it into a permanent artifact.

Created using the historic cyanotype process, the piece is first exposed to light and then slowly toned using a combination of tannic acid and natural madder root, resulting in a soft palette of ash, mauve, and earth tones. The layered toning process softens the original cyanotype blue, creating depth, texture, and an aged patina that cannot be reproduced mechanically.

The relaxed muscle tank silhouette serves as a canvas for the artwork, allowing the imagery to emerge gradually through movement, wear, and light.

No two pieces will ever develop in exactly the same way.

The Process

Each piece undergoes a multi-stage artisanal process:

• Hand preparation of the garment
• Application of archival photographic imagery
• Cyanotype exposure using natural UV light
• Botanical toning using tannic acid and madder root
• Slow washing and finishing process
• Individual hand inspection

The resulting variations in tone, contrast, and texture become part of the garment’s identity.

Details

• Relaxed fit muscle tank
• Archival cyanotype artwork
• Toned with tannic acid and natural madder root
• One-of-a-kind finish
• Soft structured cotton
• Handmade in India
• Limited edition

Material

• 100% Cotton
• Cyanotype Print Process
• Tannic Acid Botanical Toning
• Natural Madder Root Dye

Care

To preserve the integrity of the artwork:

• Hand wash separately in cold water
• Use mild detergent only
• Do not bleach
• Dry in shade
• Iron inside out on low heat
• Natural fading and evolution are part of the garment’s journey

Edition Note

Every Kiss Study piece is individually exposed, toned, and finished by hand.

No two garments will ever share the same history of light, chemistry, and time.

Not a print. An impression preserved.