Dryplate tintypes are a 19th Century process in which a photograph is shot and developed directly onto a metal plate coated with a chemical emulsion. I coat each one of my plates by hand in my darkroom with a silver gelatin emulsion, which can sometimes lead to small bubbles and other interesting aberrations appearing on the surface of the image. Like a Polaroid, each tintype is a one-of-a-kind object with a unique physical presence.
Studio sessions for 1-2 people start at $375 and typical last about an hour. During the session, participants get the opportunity to join me in the darkroom and watch the developing process firsthand. In addition to their tintype plate, all tintype clients receive a digital scan for sharing with friends on social media.
I’m available for portrait commissions, editorial and commercial assignments.
“I’ve had the pleasure of having three tintype sessions with Stephen. The results were phenomenal every time. He even let me take part in the development process, which was an experience in and of itself. This fella is beyond exceptional at his art. I look forward to working with him again!”