Revealing Character: Texas Tintypes

by Robb Kendrick, John Graves (Foreword)

America's first major contribution to the art of photography, whcih dates back to the heyday of the cattle drives (1850-1880), tintypes went on to become the country's favorite portrait format. A tedious and unforgiving method of photography that requires patience and commitment from both the subject and the photographer, posing for a tintype requires more time than modern point-and-shoot photography, and instructions must be followed carefully or the photograph will be ruined. The tintypes-eighty-five in all-are showcased and are accompanied by field notes that provide a look at each individual and his or her dedication to the cowboy way of life.

196 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 2005

Reviews

[Randy Pollock · Rating 5 out of 5]

A collection of plates and dialogue for each, showing a collection of modern cowboys and their values working on ranches today.

[Davy Bennett · Rating 3 out of 5]

Frost Bank based in San Antonio has used thes great tintypes on cards and decor.

[Kate · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beautiful coffee table book - big, full-page photographs of modern cowboys done in the old tintype style. Small bios accompnay each photograph.