The Value of Continuing to Create - A Photographers Perspective
I was talking to a young and energetic photographer recently and he asked me if I had one piece of advice for new photographers, what would it be? After thinking about it for a few moments, I offered...
View ArticleDarkroom Digest: Understanding Silver Halides for Darkroom Photographers
It feels impossible for me to think about darkroom photography without at least being curious about the role of silver halides. While it isn't necessary to know the scientific details about silver...
View ArticleDarkroom Digest: Stop Baths - Water vs. Acid
In this article, I thought it may be helpful to compare water versus acid-based stop baths and open up the conversation with others photographers. I should first cover the basic function of the stop...
View ArticleScouting Fall Color at Eden Falls in the Arkansas Ozark's - Part 1
It is hard to believe that is mid-August already and time to start doing some scouting for fall colors in the Ozark Mountains. On the trip today, I am headed to the Buffalo River Region in...
View ArticleScouting Trip Update For Eden Falls in the Arkansas Ozark's - Part 2
In the first article, I discussed the location and hiking information for Eden Falls and my plans to expose some large format color films. Today, I share my experiences post the hike and my plans in...
View ArticleSmoky Mountains Newfound Gap Photography & Travel Guide
The 33-mile scenic drive along Newfound Gap Road (US-441) in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park from Gatlinburg to Cherokee North Carolina is the only route that completely traverses the park...
View ArticleWhy Photographing What Matters Unleashes Your Full Creative Potential
I have been going through an interesting time in my creative journey, and I thought sharing some of my personal thoughts with you may help you too and provide an opportunity to reflect on the idea of...
View ArticleGetting Geared Up For Some New Floral Still Life Platinum Prints - Part 1
Vintage Large Format Lenses for my Platinum PrintmakingSubscribe to my newsletter and never miss another article or update. Learn more about my Fine Art Platinum and Platinum/Palladium Printmaking....
View ArticleGet Connected To Nature - It May Save Your Life
Smoky Mountain - Morton's OverlookSelect the "Buy" button in the upper right corner to purchase over 175 different products to include: fine art prints, greeting cards, calendars, canvas gallery...
View ArticleBeginning The Testing Process With Kodak Ektascan B/RA X-Ray Film & D-23...
I have been testing Kodak Ektascan B/RA X-Ray film over the last couple of years with a variety of developers (Rodinal, Pyrocat HD, D-76) for the purpose of finding a developer and a method to...
View ArticleNew Wildlife Fine Art Platinum Histograph Limited Edition Miniature...
Tim Sr with the Nikon 600mm PrimeGet my free Darkroom & Fine Art Newsletter and never miss another article again. I have been working hard over the last few years creating some amazing wildlife...
View ArticleHow to Create Digital Negatives for Alternative Printing eBook
In my 30 page How to Create Digital Negatives for Alternative Printing eBook, I walk you through the entire process of how to create digital negatives for your analog alternative printmaking...
View Article2018 Wildlife Photography Bundle
It was -4F (-20C) at sunrise photographing Bald EaglesGet my free Darkroom & Fine Art Newsletter and never miss another article again. If you love nature and wildlife photography, I have some...
View ArticleMy New Used Nikon 300mm F2.8 Lens May Be My Most Versatile Lens in My...
Early morning in the blindGet my free Darkroom & Fine Art Newsletter and never miss another article again. Over this last year, I have been using a Nikon D500 (crop sensor) and D5 (full frame...
View ArticlePhoto Contest For Jan 2018 Edition of Darkroom Underground - Winter Landscapes
I am excited to announce the photo contest for the January 2018 edition of the Darkroom Underground Magazine. We want to publish your single best analog photograph of a winter landscape. Any analog...
View ArticleFollow The Eagles at Norfolk Lake This Winter
Do something different this winter and follow the Eagles that nest at Norfolk Lake in Mountain Home Arkansas. You can follow along with me on this adventure from anywhere in the world. I am watching...
View ArticleJanuary 2018 - Paper Negatives Month at Darkroom Underground
All limited edition darkroom black and white gelatin silver gallery prints are sold out.If you would like a reproduction print, please emailinfo@timlaytonfineart.com or call +1.314.972.4900 to discuss...
View ArticleFilm Gear 20% OFF at KEH Through 12/10/17
The folks at KEH are running a sale on all film gear. They are offering a 20% discount on their inventory on all film gear through 12/10/17 11:59 PM ET. Their ad says to enter promo code FILM12E at...
View ArticleNew Platinum/Palladium Print - Black Bear Cub, Limited Edition of 10
Black Bear Cub - Platinum/Palladium Fine PrintTitle: Black Bear Cub, Great Smoky Mountains Limited Edition: Yes, edition of 10 Print Info: Platinum/Palladium Hand Coated Fine Print Paper Info:...
View ArticleNew Platinum/Palladium Print - Tiger Lily, Limited Edition of 10
Tiger Lily, Great Smoky MountainsTitle: Tiger Lily, Great Smoky Mountains Limited Edition: Yes, edition of 10 Print Info: Platinum/Palladium Hand Coated Fine Print Paper Info: Hahnemühle Platinum Rag,...
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