portrait photography

What's your business, and who are your customers?

I am a photographer that specializes in 1800’s tintypes. I work in the process of creating lasting tintypes and ambrotypes that will last for hundreds of years! The art of tintypes dates back to the mid-early 1800’s and is a form of photography that is very tactile. My chemical recipes are the same as what they used back in history, and I create a unique, one-of-a-kind heirloom photo that will last forever. I am the only one offering this in my area, and so far, people are absolutely amazed at the process, and it is truly magical!

Learn to produce professional quality portraits of friends, family, or start your own portrait business. The course covers both formal (studio) and candid (environmental/journalistic) techniques. Learn the tricks-of-the-trade that has allowed your instructor to produce over a hundred magazine covers. Topics covered: equipment, lighting, directing your model, legal issues, working with publishers, keeping it simple and profitable. By the end of the course you will have a sizeable portfolio of quality portraits. A professional studio set-up will be available for your use.