Back in 1847, Frederick Scott Archer invented the wet plate collodion process. This was made popular during the Civil War.

Until then, preserving memories in pictures was almost impossible.

Special chemicals are mixed and then poured onto a metal or glass plate, dipped into a silver bath and then exposed in the camera.

That plate is then developed and fixed while still wet.

I create tintypes using the original formulas. Each plate becomes a unique capture in silver and light.

Schedule to have your tintype portrait made for a unique holiday or event.

I am available for weddings and the other special events in your life, as well as for advertising and editorial assignments.

Contact me to schedule your private portrait sitting.

Available in studio or on location anywhere in the United States

Learn how to prepare for your tintype portrait

Behind the scenes of a tintype portrait session