TINTYPES
alchemy & witchcraft
It was the 1860s. A decade had passed, and the prominence of AMBROTYPES began to fade. Peculiar booths emerged throughout Victorian London. They were nothing short of astounding, captivating enigmas that blurred the lines between innovation and mystique. The alchemists behind them were whispered to be sorcerers, their ritual of capturing one's likeness on metal plates shrouded in mystery and accused of witchcraft.
Rumors of souls stolen swirled around their wagons, tents, and stalls, with some even believing that the new technology was an invention of the devil himself. Running for life was not rare for a Victorian photographer. But for those who dared to venture within, Tintype booths offered a unique opportunity. For common folk of modest means, it was, for the first time ever, a chance to glimpse their own reflection, forever frozen in silver dust.
The time when having one's portrait taken was a rare privilege has ended. Photography became a democratic medium, capturing the essence of the era, immortalizing the spirits of not only the elites but also the ordinary people, in a dance of alchemy and light. Despite the superstitions, the tintype portrait booths prevailed and became a cherished part of Victorian culture, with families preserving their portraits as treasured heirlooms.
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Get your silver portrait taken in a swift - 20 min. - sitting. Acquire a unique keepsake without needless planning, hassle or preparation.
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Watch your unique - 6" Tintype - crafted right before you. Get immersed in an alchemic spectacle that never fails to awe.
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Experience the arcane craft at a modest financial commitment and own a handcrafted silver portrait without breaking the bank.
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Bring your tribe and make it a social experience. Share the occasion, and create lasting memories together.
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Get a taste of the Wet Plate photography before committing to a fully bespoke Ambrotype Portrait Session
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Incorporate TINTYPE SALON into your own event, wedding, or gala. Take your guests on an adventure showcasing this mesmeric performance before their very eyes.
Live Experience
TINTYPE Salon
At the TINTYPE SALON, you are once again presented with an exclusive opportunity to capture your PORTRAIT on a METAL PLATE like in the 1860s - for a modest investment.
In a swift sitting, you will gain a unique insight into this arcane PROCESS, watching each tintype crafted by hand and developed before your very eyes. Immortalize your essence in the most timeless and evocative fashion, and take this one-of-a-kind silver keepsake home or offer it to someone dear.
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