Written by Amy Hammond Glass negatives were the standard for photographers in the 19th and early 20th centuries. They create incredibly detailed images, but they’re also delicate and require careful handling. From understanding what they are and how they work, …
Written by Amy Hammond For many of us, our photo collections are our most treasured memories — the things we’d grab first in a fire. But over time, even our most treasured photos can lose their color and clarity. Fading …
Written by Erica Scoppettuolo If you’ve ever placed an old VHS tape into a VCR and seen those wobbly horizontal lines or flickering images come up on screen, then you’ve experienced VHS tracking problems firsthand — and know how frustrating …
Written by Amy Hammond It’s the middle of summer, temperatures are soaring, and your attic and garage feel like ovens. You’re focused on keeping yourself cool, but here’s a question you might not have considered: Will heat damage photos? The …
Written by Erica Scoppettuolo Silent films were the foundation of modern cinema, and are so much more than just “movies without sound.” These movies used powerful and creative storytelling techniques to captivate audiences. Here, we explore what silent films are, …
Written by Amy Hammond If you have a box of old 35mm mounted slides in your attic or on your bookshelf, you’re not alone. These little frames of film were once the go-to way to share photos, from family snaps …
Written by Matt Patten Thomas Edison, the inventor of the phonograph, is often thought to have produced the first sound recording. But in reality, nearly 20 years earlier, it was a different invention from a Frenchman that laid the foundation …
Written by Amy Hammond If you’ve spent any time exploring the world of medium format photography, you’ve probably come across the term 220 film, and maybe seen rolls labeled as 220 format film or even 220 slide film. But what …
Written by Amy Hammond If you’re curious about 120 film, also known as medium format film or 120 mm film, you’re in the right place. It’s over 100 years old and still a favorite among film photographers for its rich …
Written by Erica Scoppettuolo Whether you’re digging through old boxes of home movies or handling professional archival footage, video tape types come in all shapes and sizes—literally! Back in the day, chunky cassettes were the gold standard, but as time …
