8x10 Tintype Portrait Session

Generously Donated by:

Alex from Silver Graphic Tintypes

Silver Graphic Co- Tintype Gift Certificate: "Wet Plate tintypes was a photographic process that was first discovered in 1851 with the initial chemical recipes and procedures made public by Sir Fredrick Scott Archer. This is arguably the very beginning of photography as we know it, as it was the main technique in image making throughout the 19th century and led to the inventions of most modern imaging technologies today. This process uses multiple chemical reactions to create a light sensitive plate on which an image can be formed. Once the plate has been exposed to the image in a camera, it then must undergo several more chemical reactions to fully develop, fix, and protect it for archivability. The finished result is an image made of pure metallic silver on the original metal or glass plate. As long as it is properly cared for, these plates will last indefinitely. These one-of-a-kind heirlooms are thoughtfully created with the intention that they will be treasured keepsakes for future generations. Alex, owner of Silver Graphic utilizes historic photographic processes because of the beautiful image quality, archival properties and their unique ability to allow him and his clients to slow down and capture a glimpse into the fragile intricateness of humanity. Alex is a local photographer in the Fox Valley and has years of experience not only photographing beautiful moments but developing film and helping other photographers grow. "