Tintype Photography: Talk & Demonstration

Tintype Photography Talk & Demonstration

Once popular among Civil War soldiers, tintypes are an early form of photography in which a unique image is produced on a metal plate. The process, which dates back to the 1850s, involves applying an emulsion directly to a thin sheet of coated iron before exposure. At this special talk & demonstration, tintype specialist Craig Murphy will give an overview of the history of photography up to the tintype and dry plate era, followed by a full demonstration of the tintype process.

You may also like the following events from Northport Historical Society and Museum:

• This month, 21st August, 06:00 pm, Historic Harbor Tour in Northport
• This month, 24th August, 01:30 pm, Historic Main Street Walking Tour in Northport
• Next month, 13th September, 12:30 pm, Tintype Portrait Sessions in Northport