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Historical Trades at the Inn - Intro to Wet Plate Photography

  • Stagecoach Inn Museum 51 South Ventu Park Road Thousand Oaks, CA, 91320 United States (map)

Step back into the early days of photography and experience the fascinating 19th-century wet plate collodion process. Participants will observe and take part in the preparation of photographic plates, including coating, sensitizing, exposing, and developing images by hand. This class offers a unique opportunity to understand how early photographers captured portraits and landscapes, producing one-of-a-kind images on glass or metal. Attendees will gain an appreciation for the artistry, precision, and historical significance of this remarkable photographic technique. Limit 25 people.

The cost is $30 per class, plus a materials fee.

For more information or to register, email i_santha@yahoo.com

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