Authentic 19th-Century Wet Plate Portraits

Step into the origins of photography and receive a one-of-a-kind wet plate collodion portrait, handcrafted on glass or metal using a process from 1851
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Photographer in Sintra
Provided at Five Historic Photography Studio

Small Tintype on Metal 10×12cm

G$9,920 GYD G$9,920 GYD, per group
,
45 mins
Ideal for one person. Enjoy a complete wet plate collodion portrait session with an introduction to the history of early photography, illustrated with historical examples. Guests may choose to wear period clothing and accessories. You will follow the entire process, from large-format camera setup to development in the darkroom. The exposure lasts a few seconds, and the full experience takes about 45 minutes. You receive a unique handmade tintype on metal using an authentic 19th-century process.

Small Ambrotype on Glass 10×12cm

G$11,160 GYD G$11,160 GYD, per group
,
1 hr
Ideal for one person. Enjoy an immersive wet plate collodion portrait session, including an introduction to the history of early photography with historical examples. Guests may choose to wear period clothing and accessories. You will follow the entire process, from large-format camera setup and glass preparation to development under red safelight in the darkroom. The exposure lasts a few seconds. You receive a unique handmade ambrotype on glass, created using an authentic 19th-century process.

Medium Tintype on Metal 13×18cm

G$12,400 GYD G$12,400 GYD, per group
,
45 mins
Suitable for up to three people. Experience an immersive wet plate collodion portrait session, including an introduction to the history of early photography. Guests may choose to wear period clothing. You will follow the entire process, from large-format camera setup and plate preparation to development under red safelight in the darkroom. The exposure lasts a few seconds. You will receive a unique handmade tintype on metal, created using an authentic 19th-century process.

Medium Ambrotype on Glass13×18cm

G$13,640 GYD G$13,640 GYD, per group
,
1 hr
Suitable for up to three people. Experience a complete wet plate collodion portrait session with an introduction to the origins of photography, illustrated with historical examples. Guests may choose to wear period clothing and accessories. You will follow the entire process, from camera setup and glass preparation to development under red safelight in the darkroom. The exposure lasts a few seconds. You receive a unique handmade ambrotype on glass, created using an authentic 19th-century process

Large Tintype on Metal 20×25cm

G$17,359 GYD G$17,359 GYD, per group
,
1 hr
Ideal for groups of up to five people. Enjoy a fully immersive wet plate collodion portrait session, including an introduction to the history of early photography. Guests may choose to wear period clothing and accessories. You will follow the entire process, from large-format camera setup and plate preparation to development under red safelight in the darkroom. The exposure lasts a few seconds. You will receive a unique handmade tintype on metal, created using an authentic 19th-century process.

Large Ambrotype on Glass 20×25cm

G$18,599 GYD G$18,599 GYD, per group
,
1 hr 15 mins
Ideal for groups of up to five people. Enjoy a fully immersive wet plate collodion portrait session, including an introduction to early photographic history. Guests may choose to wear period clothing and accessories. You will follow the entire process, from large-format camera setup and glass preparation to development under red safelight in the darkroom. The exposure lasts a few seconds. You receive a unique handmade ambrotype on glass, created using an authentic 19th-century process.
You can message Filipe & Vera to customize or make changes.

My qualifications

Photographer
13 years of experience
Several Alternative Process Workshops. Wet Collodion Workshop in Nov 2015.
Career highlight
1st prize in the People category of the 6th National Geographic-Portugal Photography Contest.
Education and training
PhD in Biology. Extensive experience in photography, exhibited in several locations
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

My portfolio

Where you’ll go

Five Historic Photography Studio
2710-496, Sintra, Portugal

Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests ages 18 and up can attend.

Accessibility

Message your host for details. Learn more

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.
G$9,920 GYD From G$9,920 GYD, per group
Free cancellation

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Authentic 19th-Century Wet Plate Portraits

Step into the origins of photography and receive a one-of-a-kind wet plate collodion portrait, handcrafted on glass or metal using a process from 1851
Automatically translated
Photographer in Sintra
Provided at Five Historic Photography Studio
G$9,920 GYD From G$9,920 GYD, per group
Free cancellation

Small Tintype on Metal 10×12cm

G$9,920 GYD G$9,920 GYD, per group
,
45 mins
Ideal for one person. Enjoy a complete wet plate collodion portrait session with an introduction to the history of early photography, illustrated with historical examples. Guests may choose to wear period clothing and accessories. You will follow the entire process, from large-format camera setup to development in the darkroom. The exposure lasts a few seconds, and the full experience takes about 45 minutes. You receive a unique handmade tintype on metal using an authentic 19th-century process.

Small Ambrotype on Glass 10×12cm

G$11,160 GYD G$11,160 GYD, per group
,
1 hr
Ideal for one person. Enjoy an immersive wet plate collodion portrait session, including an introduction to the history of early photography with historical examples. Guests may choose to wear period clothing and accessories. You will follow the entire process, from large-format camera setup and glass preparation to development under red safelight in the darkroom. The exposure lasts a few seconds. You receive a unique handmade ambrotype on glass, created using an authentic 19th-century process.

Medium Tintype on Metal 13×18cm

G$12,400 GYD G$12,400 GYD, per group
,
45 mins
Suitable for up to three people. Experience an immersive wet plate collodion portrait session, including an introduction to the history of early photography. Guests may choose to wear period clothing. You will follow the entire process, from large-format camera setup and plate preparation to development under red safelight in the darkroom. The exposure lasts a few seconds. You will receive a unique handmade tintype on metal, created using an authentic 19th-century process.

Medium Ambrotype on Glass13×18cm

G$13,640 GYD G$13,640 GYD, per group
,
1 hr
Suitable for up to three people. Experience a complete wet plate collodion portrait session with an introduction to the origins of photography, illustrated with historical examples. Guests may choose to wear period clothing and accessories. You will follow the entire process, from camera setup and glass preparation to development under red safelight in the darkroom. The exposure lasts a few seconds. You receive a unique handmade ambrotype on glass, created using an authentic 19th-century process

Large Tintype on Metal 20×25cm

G$17,359 GYD G$17,359 GYD, per group
,
1 hr
Ideal for groups of up to five people. Enjoy a fully immersive wet plate collodion portrait session, including an introduction to the history of early photography. Guests may choose to wear period clothing and accessories. You will follow the entire process, from large-format camera setup and plate preparation to development under red safelight in the darkroom. The exposure lasts a few seconds. You will receive a unique handmade tintype on metal, created using an authentic 19th-century process.

Large Ambrotype on Glass 20×25cm

G$18,599 GYD G$18,599 GYD, per group
,
1 hr 15 mins
Ideal for groups of up to five people. Enjoy a fully immersive wet plate collodion portrait session, including an introduction to early photographic history. Guests may choose to wear period clothing and accessories. You will follow the entire process, from large-format camera setup and glass preparation to development under red safelight in the darkroom. The exposure lasts a few seconds. You receive a unique handmade ambrotype on glass, created using an authentic 19th-century process.
You can message Filipe & Vera to customize or make changes.

My qualifications

Photographer
13 years of experience
Several Alternative Process Workshops. Wet Collodion Workshop in Nov 2015.
Career highlight
1st prize in the People category of the 6th National Geographic-Portugal Photography Contest.
Education and training
PhD in Biology. Extensive experience in photography, exhibited in several locations
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

My portfolio

Where you’ll go

Five Historic Photography Studio
2710-496, Sintra, Portugal

Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests ages 18 and up can attend.

Accessibility

Message your host for details. Learn more

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.

Photographers on Airbnb are vetted for quality

Photographers are evaluated for their professional experience, portfolio of strong work, and reputation for excellence. Learn more
See an issue?