Wet-Plate Collodion

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The Wet-Plate Collodion process was invented in the 1850s and is a hand-applied process whereby an emulsion is poured onto a plate (of glass or tin), sensitized, exposed and developed before the emulsion dries. This course will introduce the basic principles of the collodion process including historical research and safety issues. Contemporary applications will also be discussed. At the completion of this course, students will gain an understanding of the differences between studio versus field photography.