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A tintype portrait using the same wet plate photographic process employed by H.H. Bennett in his studio 150 years ago is a throwback to another time, when true artists meticulously composed and crafted images, and the results will outshine your cell phone selfie. Here’s a chance to learn about this fascinating photographic process while the authentic, historic lens captures a truly one-of-a-kind image of you that will last a lifetime.
Please note, because of the necessary long exposure times of the 19th-century style camera and the unique nature of each sitting, each portrait (one image) takes an average of 20 to 30 minutes. Each Studio Experience session is booked for one hour, so we can offer up to two portraits in one session. Learn more about tintypes and the Studio Experience.
COST
$50*
*Your non-refundable $50 deposit is required at the time of the reservation and applies toward your final tintype product which starts at $90 plus tax.
Base price is $90 plus tax for one 4" x 6" photographic image of pure silver on metal. Select Upgrades are available onsite:
-Upgrade to 5" x 7" - Upgrade your photo size to 5" x 7": $20
-Upgrade to an Ambrotype - Similar to the tintype, an ambrotype is the same process but on glass. A black backing is added to create contrast and see the photograph: $20
-Additional 4" x 6" - Add an additional 4" x 6" image: $50
-Additional 5" x 7" - Add an additional 5" x 7" image: $75
Society members receive a 10% discount
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Know Before You Go & Accessibility
Please register at least 24 hours before the posted event, so chemistry can be prepared and ready. Due to the amount of chemistry and difficulty of exposing image in the 19th Century camera, the actual portrait (one image) takes an average of 20 to 30 minutes each. We can optimally provide up to two images in the hour allotted for the Studio Experience program, should you wish to add one additional image of either size.
Public restrooms are available on the second floor. No food/beverages are allowed behind the paywall area. Our retail store will be open before, during and after the studio experience. There are no stairs between the check-in area and studio room. A wheelchair is available on-site upon request and there is elevator access to restroom facilities on the museum’s second floor. Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact H.H. Bennett Studio & Museum at (608) 253-3523 or hhbennett@wisconsinhistory.org.
