A Practical Guide To The Collodion Process In Photography: Describing The Method Of Obtaining Collodion Negatives, And Of Printing Them (1855) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169619746)

""A Practical Guide To The Collodion Process In Photography: Describing The Method Of Obtaining Collodion Negatives, And Of Printing Them"" is a book written by George Washington Wilson and published in 1855. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the collodion process in photography, which was a popular photographic technique in the mid-19th century.The book begins by introducing the reader to the collodion process and its history, including the different types of collodion available and their uses. It then goes on to describe the equipment and materials needed for the process, including cameras, lenses, chemicals, and plates.The book provides step-by-step instructions on how to prepare the collodion, sensitize the plate, expose the negative, and develop the image. It also includes detailed information on how to fix and varnish the negative, as well as how to print the image using various printing techniques.Throughout the book, Wilson provides practical tips and advice based on his own experiences with the collodion process. He also includes illustrations and diagrams to help the reader better understand the process.Overall, ""A Practical Guide To The Collodion Process In Photography"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of photography or the collodion process specifically. It provides a detailed and comprehensive guide to the technique, making it accessible to both beginners and experienced photographers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: George Washington Wilson
ISBN-10: 1169619746
ISBN-13: 9781169619746
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 46
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d