Tintype and Ambrotype Photography Course

Explore traditional photography forms in this Seattle course!



6 x 3 hours Location Belltown Class size 6 to 10 guests   $576

One of the first forms of photography, the collodion process is an early photographic process that produced a negative image on glass. In this course, students will learn the wet plate collodion process to produce images on tin tiles or plates.
Participants of this course will be learning the skills necessary to create successful Tintypes (metal plate) and Ambrotypes (glass plate) photos. By learning basic large format camera operations and simple studio lighting setups, participants grow their photographic skills that also apply to modern techniques.
In addition to learning the historical collodion process, we will cover basic skills such as black and white film processing and beginning darkroom technique. Learning the technical skills and the history of the Tintype/Ambrotype portrait, you will come away with the skills to develop these on your own. Learn how this process evolved along with the fascinating beginnings of photography that produce unique portraits and photos even today.
What you'll get
A variety of tintypes (metal plate) and ambrotypes (glass plate) photos.
Knowledge required
Beginner friendly!
Session repeats

This class series runs over 6 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Location

Cornish College of the Arts - 1000 Lenora Street, Seattle, WA

Free night (after 4pm) and weekend parking. Bus and Light Rail close by.

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As one of the few performing and visual arts colleges in the US, Cornish College of the Arts has been a cornerstone of interdisciplinary collaboration. A hub for artists of all disciplines, Cornish is a lab for creativity and transformation, where students are empowered to become artists, citizens, and innovators. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of Cornish's culture; everyone and everybody is welcome.
Launched in 2023, Cornish+ is the Cornish College of the Arts' invitation to explore to all Cornish has to offer. Cornish+ offers programs for youth, adults, intergenerational communities & families, beginners to advanced. Watch this video (right) to learn more about The Cornish Experience.

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2026-11-20 15:00:00
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