Yes, it's tomorrow already. Very, very early tomorrow.
I got started on something and lost track of time.
I love the look of old tintypes. But I don't like to alter or cut them, it makes me wonder about who those folks were and why their photos aren't still with their family and friends. I guess I'm sentimental.
So I wanted to come up with something similar to a tin type photograh, but a replica.
In a way, I feel I'm inventing ancestors.
The backs, I can't really call them bezels because they're flat not concave, are cast pewter. I added the sepia photos, very similar to the way the original tin type antiques were made, and coated them with resin to protect them. They're shiny and lightweight, with a brushed metal finish on the backs.
They look a little rough and tumble, but I like that about them.
And I don't feel guilty for cutting and drilling anyone, even if they aren't my own ancestors.
These two are of tiny girls dressed in cute hats and dresses.
I want to make some more soon. I have a fun photo of some cowgirls in their hats, I think they should become instant ancestors, too.
And now, I'm headed to bed for a few hours sleep.
I got started on something and lost track of time.
I love the look of old tintypes. But I don't like to alter or cut them, it makes me wonder about who those folks were and why their photos aren't still with their family and friends. I guess I'm sentimental.
So I wanted to come up with something similar to a tin type photograh, but a replica.
In a way, I feel I'm inventing ancestors.
The backs, I can't really call them bezels because they're flat not concave, are cast pewter. I added the sepia photos, very similar to the way the original tin type antiques were made, and coated them with resin to protect them. They're shiny and lightweight, with a brushed metal finish on the backs.
They look a little rough and tumble, but I like that about them.
And I don't feel guilty for cutting and drilling anyone, even if they aren't my own ancestors.
These two are of tiny girls dressed in cute hats and dresses.
I want to make some more soon. I have a fun photo of some cowgirls in their hats, I think they should become instant ancestors, too.
And now, I'm headed to bed for a few hours sleep.
4 comments:
I'm sure the ancestors would be delighted to end up as jewellery to be admired and treasured all over again.
I'd like to put lots of these on a necklace/bracelet.Like a family album!
Love them!
I have that same feeling when I come across tintypes. Why aren't they with somebodies family treasures? I like the instant ancestor idea and you solution to using the images without altering the originals.
Oh I like these Lynn, think you're on to something. I just added a tintype to a little box, it was hard to cut it up! Thanks for the pieces you sent me, got my order. You are such a sweetie. Truly appreciate them. LOVE the big copper/solder piece, wow. Knocked my socks off. Great job you talented little thing you. Riki
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