Popular Photographic Printing Processes: A Practical Guide (1898)

By Hector MacLean

Book Overview

Popular Photographic Printing Processes: A Practical Guide is a book written by Hector Maclean in 1898. The book is a comprehensive guide to various photographic printing processes that were popular during the late 19th century. It covers a wide range of topics such as the history of photography, the different types of photographic papers, and the chemicals and equipment required to produce high-quality prints.The book begins with an overview of the different types of photographic printing processes, including albumen, collodion, and carbon printing. It then goes on to provide detailed instructions on how to produce prints using each of these methods. The author also provides tips and tricks for achieving the best results, including advice on exposure times, paper selection, and chemical mixing.In addition to the practical information, the book also includes a brief history of photography and a discussion of the artistic aspects of the medium. The author explores the role of photography in society and how it has evolved over time.Overall, Popular Photographic Printing Processes: A Practical Guide is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and techniques of early photographic printing. The book is well-written and easy to understand, making it accessible to both beginners and experienced photographers alike.A Practical Guide To Printing With Gelatino-Chloride, Artigue, Platinotype, Carbon, Bromide, Collodio-Chloride, Bichromated Gum, And Other Sensitized Papers.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120679486
• ISBN13: 9781120679482
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 188 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"