Tokeland Hotel Tintype Pop-up: September 15, 2024

On Sunday, September 15th, 2024 I will be popping up our tintype darkroom at the historic Tokeland Hotel, located at 2964 Kindred Ave, Tokeland, WA 98590.

Tintype is a photographic process invented in the 1860’s which involves the photographer (that’s me, Ashley!) coating an aluminum plate in chemicals, sensitizing that plate to light in a silver bath, and then photographing the subject with that still-wet plate before it dries. I then take the plate back into my little portable darkroom and process the image on the spot! This is the most special way to have your photograph made, and the experience of observing a historical process is part of the fun. And, your tintype will last 200-300 years… a true heirloom for your family.

Families of two adults and children can be accommodated, although the process works best with one to two people per tintype due to the extremely shallow depth of field. If you have a large family, consider booking multiple appointments and splitting up into smaller groups!

Pricing below includes one 5x7 inch tintype, but you’re welcome to choose to “upgrade” your tintype to a larger size by selecting one of the upgrade options. Your appointment will last about 20 minutes! If you would like to upgrade to an 8x10 inch tintype, you may either pay up front by selecting the “add-ons” below, or plan to upgrade the day of your appointment with cash, venmo or paypal. Your cost includes shipping, so be sure to provide your mailing address when checking out.

Please note: you will be able to watch the tintype develop and take photos, but you won’t take your tintype home the day of the pop-up. It will need to wash and be scanned (a scan is included in the cost!) and varnished. it usually takes 1-2 weeks for tintypes to be mailed out.

Please also note: due to limited appointments, my ability to reschedule appointments becomes limited as the spots fill. Please be sure you can make it to the appointment you choose, as I can’t offer rescheduling options for future popup dates.