1850 Tintype Photography
Tintype photography, introduced in the 1850s, was a popular and affordable photographic process that used a thin sheet of iron coated with a light-sensitive emulsion. Unlike earlier methods such as daguerreotypes, tintypes were more durable and did not require fragile glass plates. The process produced direct positive images, meaning each photograph was unique, and it was widely used for portraiture, especially during the American Civil War. Tintypes were often created in makeshift studios or by traveling photographers, making photography accessible to a broader audience.
Tintype Portrait Session 4x5 $250.00
This session includes:
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1hour portrait session
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1 x archival tintype silver plate (1x 4x5" Tintype)
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1 x digital copy per plate for online purposes
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additional plates $100
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High res file $50
Sessions take place on location in Red Hill South.
Each plate undergoes processing, including washing, drying, scanning, and varnishing. Digital copies will be emailed within a 1 or 2 after of the session. Physical plates can be picked up locally or shipped within 15 days, or as arranged.
