Susan Bock

1st Market 17th St 1932

Hand-Tinted Black & White Photograph

Framed 16 x 20

$225

The Process 

Historic black and white historic photos are acquired.  All Photos that Susan Uses are public domain except for a few where a studio provided permission.  The photos are first restored as many of the old negatives have deteriorated over time and have left holes and black spots on the prints. Once restored, they are printed on a special photographic paper that will take Susan's Oils well. A special transparent photo oil mixture is then applied lightly to provide color. The colors are blended in multiple layers to give an old as well as real life look. The intention is to enhance the subject matter rather than hide or change it.